Virgin America Airline
Planning to fly with your dog? While air travel can be a quick way to get dogs or pets from one place to another, you should always plan ahead and make sure you know airlines have different policies about transporting pets. Some allow pets to travel in the aircraft cabin as part of your carry-on luggage allowance, while others will only allow pets to travel in the cargo area, and fees can vary from at all to more than $500. Also, most airlines only allow up to 4 dogs on each flight, so always make sure it is available for your dog BEFORE buying your own ticket. And always notice the airline 48 hours ahead of your trip.
To make your travel easy, please familiarize yourself with current U.S. Travel Regulations or International Pet Travel restrictions before you go. Have a great trip!
Each animal should be carried in its own kennel (provided by the passenger). Virgin America allows one pet carrier for each purchased seat. Puppies and kittens must be at least 8 weeks old and weaned. The total weight of the animals and kennel cannot be above 20 lbs/9 kg. The passenger wishing to carry on a cabin pet must present a veterinary certificate dated within 30 days prior to departure that indicates that the shots are current and that the date of birth is listed and is verified to be greater than 8 weeks of age.
Cats and dogs may travel in the main cabin of the aircraft. Pets checked as baggage are not accepted.
You must present a veterinary certificate dated within 30 days prior to departure that indicates that the shots are current and that the date of birth is listed and is verified to be greater than 8 weeks of age. When booking your reservation, you will be advised to contact your veterinarian to determine additional government requirements for pets at their final destination.
In addition to the size and weight maximums, the USDA and Virgin America require that kennels meet the following requirements:
Must be specifically made for animal carriage and not exceed 18 in x 15 in x 8 in/ 45 cm x 38 cm x 20 cm.
Be leak-proof and escape-proof.
Be properly ventilated, but not allow any part of the animal from protruding outside of the container.
Provide enough room for the animal to stand and turn around.
Contain absorbent material or litter.
One pet per seat purchased is allowed for a fee of $100 each way. (cabin only)
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