If your pet travels internationally with Delta Cargo, you must work with an IPATA (International Pet and Animal Transportation Association) member, like PetRelocation. Regardless, it's important to know the import requirements of moving a pet internationally. Let us know if you need help booking your pet's international travel.
Your pet can travel with you in-cabin for a one-way fee, ranging from $75 USD to USD 200/CAD/EUR depending upon your destination, that will be charged at check-in.
Pets permitted in the cabin include dogs, cats, and household birds. However, household birds are only allowed to travel in the cabin on domestic flights within the US.
The following restrictions apply:
Exception: Two pets of the same type may be allowed in one kennel, for example, two dogs or two cats. They must be small enough to fit in one kennel (provided they are compatible), be of the same breed, and be between 10 weeks and 6 months. They will be charged as one pet.
Also, Delta limits the number of pets per flight to:
| Class | Number of Pets Allowed | |
|---|---|---|
| First Class | 2 | |
| Domestic Business or Domestic Delta One® | 2 | |
| International Business or International Delta One | 0 | |
| Main Cabin | 4 |
Pets are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Call Delta at 800-221-1212 to arrange to bring your pet on board.
Delta Cargo addresses the special and delicate needs of shipping live animals worldwide. Delta Cargo offers personalized and safe care for traveling pets through their trained ground handlers, temperature-controlled vans to prevent exposure to extreme temperatures, and kenneling services if a longer layover is required.
Unfortunately, due to health and safety reasons, Delta Cargo no longer accepts dogs and cats that are considered snub-nosed breeds, including mixes. You can check if your pet falls under this list on the Delta Cargo website.
If your pet can travel with Delta Cargo, you must find a travel kennel that meets USDA and IATA regulations. For guidance on finding the right travel kennel for your pet, please visit our pet travel crates page or speak with a PetRelocation consultant. As of March 1, 2019, Delta Airlines will no longer accept travel crates over 24 inches tall.
Bookings with Delta Cargo must be made within 14 days of departure, and traveling pets must have a minimum two-hour connection to allow time to transfer them to and from each aircraft safely. You can book domestic pet travel using Delta's online booking system or by contacting 1-800-352-2746. As mentioned, if you're booking internationally, you must work with an IPATA member.