Delta Air Lines Pet Policy — Dogs & Cats on Board

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Cat Policy

Note: Fees and rules vary by route on Delta Air Lines. The table below shows the baseline — see fee notes for full details.
Rule Details
Cabin allowed Yes
Cabin fee (one-way) approx. $150.00 USD
Max weight in cabin Not specified
Max carrier dimensions 45x28x28 cm
Cargo / checked baggage allowed Yes
Cargo fee (one-way) See fee notes
Max weight in cargo Not specified
Fee notes: Cargo suspended for general public. Cabin: $150 domestic US/Canada/PR/USVI (raised from $95, April 2025); $200 international; $200 Brazil. Pets banned from cabin on Australia, Hawaii, and UK routes.
Breed restrictions: Brachycephalic cat breeds not accepted in cargo hold: Persian, Himalayan, Exotic Shorthair, Burmese, Birman. These breeds may travel in cabin if within weight limit.
Seasonal restrictions: Cabin travel not permitted to: Australia, Barbados, Brazil, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Hawaii, Hong Kong, Iceland, Jamaica, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, UAE — cargo service required for those destinations.

Dog Policy

Note: Fees and rules vary by route on Delta Air Lines. The table below shows the baseline — see fee notes for full details.
Rule Details
Cabin allowed Yes
Cabin fee (one-way) approx. $150.00 USD
Max weight in cabin Not specified
Max carrier dimensions 45x28x28 cm
Cargo / checked baggage allowed Yes
Cargo fee (one-way) See fee notes
Max weight in cargo Not specified
Fee notes: Cargo suspended for general public. Cabin: $150 domestic US/Canada/PR/USVI (raised from $95, April 2025); $200 international; $200 Brazil. Pets banned from cabin on Australia, Hawaii, and UK routes.
Breed restrictions: Brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds not accepted in cargo hold: English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Pug, Boxer, Shih Tzu, Chow Chow, Shar Pei, Pekingese, Lhasa Apso, Brussels Griffon, Dogue de Bordeaux. These breeds may travel in cabin if within weight limit.
Seasonal restrictions: Cabin travel not permitted to: Australia, Barbados, Brazil, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Hawaii, Hong Kong, Iceland, Jamaica, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, UAE — cargo service required for those destinations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my cat in the cabin on Delta Air Lines?
Yes, cats are allowed in the cabin on Delta Air Lines. Cabin fee: approximately $150.00 USD one-way. Cargo suspended for general public. Cabin: $150 domestic US/Canada/PR/USVI (raised from $95, April 2025); $200 international; $200 Brazil. Pets banned from cabin on Australia, Hawaii, and UK routes.
Does Delta Air Lines have breed restrictions for cats?
Brachycephalic cat breeds not accepted in cargo hold: Persian, Himalayan, Exotic Shorthair, Burmese, Birman. These breeds may travel in cabin if within weight limit.
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Delta Air Lines?
Yes, dogs are allowed in the cabin on Delta Air Lines. Cabin fee: approximately $150.00 USD one-way. Cargo suspended for general public. Cabin: $150 domestic US/Canada/PR/USVI (raised from $95, April 2025); $200 international; $200 Brazil. Pets banned from cabin on Australia, Hawaii, and UK routes.
Does Delta Air Lines have breed restrictions for dogs?
Brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds not accepted in cargo hold: English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Pug, Boxer, Shih Tzu, Chow Chow, Shar Pei, Pekingese, Lhasa Apso, Brussels Griffon, Dogue de Bordeaux. These breeds may travel in cabin if within weight limit.

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