Flying with a dog or cat on Air Canada: small pets can fly in the cabin (CA/US $50–$60 each way (Canada/US)), and larger pets can go in the hold or as cargo. Each answer links to Air Canada's own page.
A cat or small dog can fly in the cabin if it can stand, turn around and lie down in its carrier. Since June 1, 2025 only soft-sided carriers are accepted in the cabin. Pets cannot travel in Premium Economy or on Air Canada Jetz flights.
In the cabin: CA/US $50–$60 one way within Canada and Canada–US, $100–$120 on other routes. In the baggage compartment: $105–$126 and $270–$324.
On most jets (A220, A319–A321, A330, 737 MAX 8, 777, 787) the carrier may be up to 40 cm x 43 cm x 20 cm (16" x 17" x 8"); on the Dash 8-400, E175 and CRJ900, up to 40 x 55 x 27 cm.
Cats and dogs can travel in the baggage compartment up to 45 kg (100 lb) with the kennel and 292 cm in linear dimensions; heavier kennels go through Air Canada Cargo. Pets must usually be at least 10 weeks old.
Short- or snub-nosed (brachycephalic) dog breeds cannot travel in the baggage compartment because of the higher risk of heat stroke and breathing problems.
Whatever the airline, the CDC requires every dog entering or returning to the US to be at least 6 months old, microchipped, healthy, and to travel with a CDC Dog Import Form receipt.
The CDC dog import rule, step by step →Airlines change pet fees and rules often, and limits can depend on the aircraft. Always confirm with Air Canada when you book — the linked pages are the final word.
