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Delta Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals
Delta Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals — Summary
Whether Delta allows pets in the cabin, cargo options, fees, service animal rules and the destination import requirements that catch owners out.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Pets in the cabin: Small dogs, cats and household birds may travel in the cabin in an approved soft-sided carrier that fits fully under the seat.
- Pets in the hold or cargo: Delta discontinued its general checked-pet service; live animals now move through Delta Cargo rather than as accompanied baggage, with limited exceptions for active-duty military on orders..
- Pet fees: A one-way in-cabin pet fee applies per direction, charged at check-in rather than at booking..
- Service animals: Trained service dogs travel free in the cabin.
Pets in the cabin
Small dogs, cats and household birds may travel in the cabin in an approved soft-sided carrier that fits fully under the seat. The pet and carrier together count as your carry-on allowance.
Pets in the hold or cargo
Delta discontinued its general checked-pet service; live animals now move through Delta Cargo rather than as accompanied baggage, with limited exceptions for active-duty military on orders.
Pet fees
A one-way in-cabin pet fee applies per direction, charged at check-in rather than at booking.
Service animals
Trained service dogs travel free in the cabin. Delta requires the DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form submitted in advance. Emotional support animals are no longer accepted as service animals by any US carrier.
Restrictions and destination rules
Snub-nosed breeds face additional restrictions, and embargoes apply in extreme heat or cold. Pets cannot travel in Delta One suites on some aircraft because the footwell does not accommodate a carrier.
Delta flying with pets — common questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Delta?
Small dogs, cats and household birds may travel in the cabin in an approved soft-sided carrier that fits fully under the seat. The pet and carrier together count as your carry-on allowance. A one-way in-cabin pet fee applies per direction, charged at check-in rather than at booking.
Does Delta accept service animals?
Trained service dogs travel free in the cabin. Delta requires the DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form submitted in advance. Emotional support animals are no longer accepted as service animals by any US carrier.
What are the Delta pet restrictions?
Snub-nosed breeds face additional restrictions, and embargoes apply in extreme heat or cold. Pets cannot travel in Delta One suites on some aircraft because the footwell does not accommodate a carrier.
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