Julio Cortez/Associated Press Unlike this service dog named Orlando on a United Airlines flight, most pets flying in cabin must remain in their carriers and must be under a certain weight and size.

Many pet owners prefer traveling with their fluffy companions, and most airlines make it possible to bring them on board.

Travelers with pets should book nonstop flights, preferably the first flight of the day, to minimize stress on their animals. Soft-sided carriers with see-through mesh are recommended for in-cabin pet ...

United Airlines has accepted "full responsibility ... a possible cause of the dog's death. United's policy for onboard animals states that "a pet travelling in cabin must be carried in an approved ...

Full details of Southwest's pet policy are available on its website here. United Airlines charges $150 for pet travel on tickets purchased after April 26, 2024. It limits the number of pets ...

To help travelers and their furry family members prepare for their flight, CitizenShipper explored the pet policies of the five largest U.S. airlines. The largest U.S. airlines were defined as ...