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Whether United allows pets in the cabin, cargo options, fees, service animal rules and the destination import requirements that catch owners out.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
Cats and dogs may travel in-cabin in a carrier that fits under the seat. The carrier replaces your carry-on allowance.
United suspended its PetSafe cargo programme for most general bookings; checked pet transport is limited and should be confirmed directly before you rely on it.
A per-direction in-cabin pet fee applies, plus an additional fee if your itinerary includes a stopover over a certain length.
Trained service dogs travel free with the DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form submitted at least 48 hours ahead where possible. Emotional support animals are not accepted.
Pets are not permitted in Polaris business class on most aircraft, and breed and temperature embargoes apply.
Cats and dogs may travel in-cabin in a carrier that fits under the seat. The carrier replaces your carry-on allowance. A per-direction in-cabin pet fee applies, plus an additional fee if your itinerary includes a stopover over a certain length.
Trained service dogs travel free with the DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form submitted at least 48 hours ahead where possible. Emotional support animals are not accepted.
Pets are not permitted in Polaris business class on most aircraft, and breed and temperature embargoes apply.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.