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Alaska Airlines pet policy: cabin, hold and fees
Alaska Airlines accepts dogs, cats, rabbits and small birds in the cabin if the carrier fits under the seat. Fees, carrier sizes, breed rules and how to book, checked against the official policy.
Checked against the official page · 15 Oct 2026| Pets in the cabin | Yes: Dog, Cat, Rabbit / small mammal, Budgie / canary |
|---|---|
| Cabin weight limit | No fixed limit: the pet must fit in an under-seat carrier |
| Cabin carrier | soft-sided only, max 43 × 28 × 24 cm (17 × 11 × 9.5 in); hard-sided kennels are not allowed in the cabin |
| Good to know | No fixed weight limit. Rabbits: domesticated rabbits only. Up to 2 pets of the same species and similar size may share one carrier; a second carrier needs a second seat next to you. No pet carriers in Business on A330 or 787 |
| Pets in the hold | Yes: Dog, Cat |
| Hold limit | 68 kg including the kennel. up to 150 lb (68 kg) with kennel; breed, date and fleet limits apply |
| Snub-nosed breeds in the hold | Check with the airline |
| Fees | Cabin USD 100 (USD 35 within Hawaii); hold USD 200, each way |
| How to book | Book your ticket, then call Guest Care to reserve pet space |
| Minimum age | 8 weeks |
| Cargo and other animals | Alaska Air Cargo (Pet Connect). |
- To Hawaii: dogs, cats and rabbits only in the cabin (rabbits not to Maui, Lihue or Kona); no birds.
- Agents measure carriers at check-in: a bag over the limit can be refused even if it squashes under the seat.
Here is the Alaska Airlines pet policy in plain English, checked against the official Alaska Airlines page on 15 Oct 2026. Alaska Airlines accepts dogs, cats, rabbits and small birds in the cabin if the carrier fits under the seat. Below, you’ll find what it means for your trip, plus a short checklist before you book.
Alaska Airlines pet policy for the cabin
On Alaska Airlines, dogs, cats, rabbits and small birds can travel with you in the cabin. There is no fixed weight limit, but your pet must fit comfortably in a carrier under the seat in front of you. Carrier rules: soft-sided only, max 43 × 28 × 24 cm (17 × 11 × 9.5 in); hard-sided kennels are not allowed in the cabin. Also note: No fixed weight limit. Rabbits: domesticated rabbits only. Up to 2 pets of the same species and similar size may share one carrier; a second carrier needs a second seat next to you. No pet carriers in Business on A330 or 787.
Pets in the hold and as cargo on Alaska Airlines
Bigger pets can fly in the hold on Alaska Airlines: dogs and cats. The limit is 68 kg for the pet and its kennel together. Kennel rules: up to 150 lb (68 kg) with kennel; breed, date and fleet limits apply.
Alaska Air Cargo (Pet Connect).
Fees and how to book a pet on Alaska Airlines
Fee: Cabin USD 100 (USD 35 within Hawaii); hold USD 200, each way. How to book: Book your ticket, then call Guest Care to reserve pet space. Minimum age: 8 weeks. Fees can change, so check the final amount when you book.
Before you book: Alaska Airlines pet policy checklist
- First, weigh your pet together with its carrier or kennel, because airlines check the total weight at the airport.
- Next, check the entry rules of your destination, such as microchip, rabies vaccine and health papers. Our pet travel requirements page links to the official sources.
- Then, book your pet at the same time as your own seat, since pet places on each flight are limited.
- Finally, confirm the details on the official Alaska Airlines pet policy page, because rules and fees can change.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my pet in the cabin on Alaska Airlines?
Yes. Alaska Airlines accepts dog, cat, rabbit / small mammal, budgie / canary in the cabin. There is no fixed weight limit, but the carrier must fit under the seat in front of you. Carrier: soft-sided only, max 43 × 28 × 24 cm (17 × 11 × 9.5 in); hard-sided kennels are not allowed in the cabin.
Can my pet fly in the hold on Alaska Airlines?
Yes: dog, cat. The limit is 68 kg including the kennel.
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on Alaska Airlines?
Cabin USD 100 (USD 35 within Hawaii); hold USD 200, each way. Fees change often, so confirm the exact amount when you book.
This summary is a guide, not legal or veterinary advice. Airlines change their rules often: always confirm with Alaska Airlines before you book. Your destination country may have extra entry rules.