American Airlines Pet Policy 2026: Fees, Carrier Size, Breed Rules

Region: North America · IATA code AA

American Airlines pet travel summary

In-cabin pets: Allowed (max 20 lbs combined with carrier).
Cargo / checked baggage pets: Allowed.
Pet fee: $150 USD (per segment, subject to change).
Max carrier dimensions: 19 × 13 × 9 inches.
Allowed pet types: dog, cat.

American Airlines breed restrictions

The following breeds may be restricted or prohibited on American Airlines:

Brachycephalic breeds (snub-nosed dogs and cats) not accepted in cargo at any time. In-cabin is allowed for brachycephalic breeds.

Temperature restrictions

Cargo pet transport suspended when forecast high or low at any point in the journey exceeds 85°F or drops below 45°F.

Cargo / hold travel notes

American Airlines Cargo accepts pets. Live animal shipments must meet specific kennel requirements and documentation.

Booking notes

Must notify airline at least 48 hours before departure. Limited to 7 pets per flight in cabin. Pets must stay in carrier under the seat.

Always verify directly with American Airlines

Airline pet policies change without notice. Before booking, confirm fees, carrier dimensions, breed restrictions, and embargoes directly with American Airlines via their official pet policy page: https://www.aa.com/i18n/travel-info/special-assistance/pets.jsp.

Data last verified 2026-06-08 from Direct from American Airlines.

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