Mesa Airlines Pet Policy

Pet travel reference. Check the conditions and official policy links for your itinerary.

Dates, limits and yes/no values may omit route-specific conditions. Confirm the current requirements with the authority or operating airline before booking.

Detailed reference notes are available in English.

Hold and cargo descriptions may refer to different transport services. Confirm the actual service with the operating airline.

Cabin carriage reported
Yes, as recorded; unconfirmed
Cabin carrier dimensions
46 x 28 x 28 cm / 18 x 11 x 11 inches (soft-sided) or 43 x 28 x 28 cm / 17 x 11 x 11 inches (hard-sided)
Cabin fee
$125 USD (one-way)
Pets in cabin
Small domesticated dogs and cats only
Cabin carrier type
Soft-sided or hard-sided, must fit under the seat in front of the passenger
Pets per passenger in cabin
1
Accompanied hold carriage reported
No, as recorded; unconfirmed
Cargo / hold carriage reported
No, as recorded; unconfirmed
Vaccination requirements
Pets must be at least 8 weeks old and fully weaned. Specific vaccination details are typically handled by the operating carrier for Mesa's codeshare flights.
Age restrictions
Pets must be at least 8 weeks old and fully weaned.
Advance notice
Pets are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis up to the aircraft's limit. It is recommended to book as far in advance as possible.
Species notes
Dogs and cats only
Minimum age (weeks)
8
Route restrictions
Mesa Airlines operates as a regional carrier for American Airlines (American Eagle) and United Airlines (United Express). Pet policies will primarily follow the policies of the operating mainline carrier for specific routes. Direct flights on Mesa Airlines may have specific restrictions.