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Q: "Does Alaska Airlines allow pets in the cabin?"

"Yes. Alaska Airlines accepts small dogs, cats, and household birds in the cabin on domestic US routes. The combined weight of the pet and carrier must not exceed 11kg (25 lbs). The carrier must fit under the seat in front of you."

Q: "Does Alaska Airlines carry pets as checked baggage or cargo?"

"No. Alaska Airlines eliminated checked pet (cargo hold) service. Pets must travel in the cabin or not at all on Alaska Airlines. For pets too large for the cabin, a different carrier will be needed."

Q: "Does Alaska Airlines have seasonal pet embargoes?"

"Yes. Alaska Airlines suspends cabin pet service to and from certain warm-weather destinations when temperatures are forecast above their pet safety threshold. This typically applies to Hawaii and some warm southern US destinations in summer."

Q: "How much does it cost to bring a pet in the cabin on Alaska Airlines?"

"Alaska Airlines charges a pet fee per segment for cabin pets. Fees are subject to change -- check the current fee schedule on the Alaska Airlines website at time of booking."

Question 1

Does Alaska Airlines allow pets in the cabin?

Answer

Yes. Alaska Airlines accepts small dogs, cats, and household birds in the cabin on domestic US routes. The combined weight of the pet and carrier must not exceed 11kg (25 lbs). The carrier must fit under the seat in front of you.

Question 2

Does Alaska Airlines carry pets as checked baggage or cargo?

Answer

No. Alaska Airlines eliminated checked pet (cargo hold) service. Pets must travel in the cabin or not at all on Alaska Airlines. For pets too large for the cabin, a different carrier will be needed.

Question 3

Does Alaska Airlines have seasonal pet embargoes?

Answer

Yes. Alaska Airlines suspends cabin pet service to and from certain warm-weather destinations when temperatures are forecast above their pet safety threshold. This typically applies to Hawaii and some warm southern US destinations in summer.

Question 4

How much does it cost to bring a pet in the cabin on Alaska Airlines?

Answer

Alaska Airlines charges a pet fee per segment for cabin pets. Fees are subject to change – check the current fee schedule on the Alaska Airlines website at time of booking.

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