Frontier Airlines Pet Policy

Frontier Airlines’ pet policy allows passengers to travel with certain pets in the cabin. However, it does not accept pets as checked or cargo baggage. Pet reservations can be made by phone or online, preferably in advance, to ensure there’s space for your pet.

Frontier Airlines’ Pet Policy at a Glance 

• In-cabin pets 
  • On U.S. flights—and international flights from/to Mexico and the Dominican Republic—only domesticated cats, dogs, hamsters, small household birds, rabbits, and guinea pigs are accepted.
  • On international flights, only domesticated dogs and cats are accepted. 
• Pet Fee. A one-way pet fee of USD 99 is charged for domestic flights, payable at the time of booking or check-in. The pet fee for international flights is route-based.
• Cats and dogs must be at least 4 months old. 
• Only trained service dogs can travel free of charge in the cabin with disabled passengers.
• Up to 10 pet containers are allowed on a flight. 
• One passenger can carry only 1 pet carrier. 
• A pet carrier will count either as your personal carry-on item or carry-on bag. If you’re carrying a pet container in place of your personal item, you will be charged for your carry-on bag (if carrying).
• A health certificate (plus proper documentation) is mandatory for pets travelling to/from international destinations. On domestic flights in the United States, some states may require a health certificate upon arrival, so check before travelling.
• Avoid feeding your pet (food or water) within 4 hours of your flight’s departure.
• Restrictions 
  • Pets are not accepted: 
    • On codeshare flights.
    • When travelling in the cabin on flights to Hawaii, Australia, UK, UAE, South Africa, Republic of Ireland, Jamaica, Hong Kong, Dubai, Dakar, and Barbados.
  • The following pets are never accepted: 
    • Large birds like macaws, parrots, cockatoos, and birds of prey
    • Rodents (mice, rats, squirrels), ferrets and, beavers
    • Reptiles (incl. snakes)
    • Amphibians
    • Spiders and insects 
    • Tigers, lions, or bears
  • You cannot sit in row #1 or an exit row when traveling with a pet.
  • Your pet must remain inside the travel container at all times. 
  • Avoid feeding your pet (food or water) during the flight. 
  • Do not sedate your pet for the trip.
  • The pet must be harmless and odorless, and require no attention during the flight.

Frontier Airlines Pet Travel Requirements for Domestic Flights

Can you fly with pets on Frontier Airlines’ domestic flights? 

Frontier Airlines pet travel requirements for domestic flights (and international flights to/from Mexico and the Dominican Republic) are as follows:

• In-Cabin Pet Policy for Domestic Flights. Per Frontier Airlines’ domestic pet travel policy, pets can only travel in the cabin. Pets will not be accepted as checked baggage or manifest cargo. The list of pets accepted for travel includes cats, dogs, hamsters, small household birds, rabbits, and guinea pigs. 
• Carry-on Bag Fee. Passengers travelling with a carry-on bag (in addition to the pet carrier) will be charged. 
• Approved Pet Carriers—Domestic Flights
  Per Frontier Airlines pet carrier policy for domestic flights:

• The pet carrier dimensions must not exceed 18in (L) x 14in (W) x 8in (H).
• The pet carrier must be spacious enough for your pet to stand, sit, lie down, and turn around in naturally. 
• Frontier Airlines recommends that the pet carrier be soft-sided.
• The pet carrier must meet USDA and IATA requirements

• Pet Fee. The one-way pet charge on domestic flights is USD 99 per pet carrier. 
• Pet Age. Dogs and cats must be at least 4 months old to travel on Frontier.
• Pet Reservations. You can make a reservation for your pet at the time of booking (by phone or online) or pay at check-in. 
• Forms Required.  A health certificate may not be required when travelling within the United States, but it may be required by some states upon arrival. 
• Emotional support animals will no longer be accepted free of charge and must travel per Frontier Airlines’ pet policy—all restrictions apply.
• Trained service animals (dogs) can travel free with their owners in the passenger cabin.
• No more than 10 pet carriers will be accepted on a single flight.
• Only 1 pet carrier per passenger is allowed.
• Restrictions. 
  • Pets are not accepted: 
    • On codeshare flights.
    • On flights to Hawaii if travelling in the cabin.
  • The following pets are never accepted: 
    • Large birds like macaws, parrots, cockatoos, and birds of prey
    • Rodents (mice, rats, squirrels), ferrets and, beavers
    • Reptiles (incl. snakes)
    • Amphibians
    • Spiders and insects 
    • Tigers, lions, or bears
  • If travelling with a pet, you will not be allowed to sit in an exit row or a first-row seat.
  • Your pet must remain inside the travel container at all times. 
  • Avoid feeding your pet (food or water) during the flight. 
  • Do not sedate your pet for the trip.
  • The pet must be harmless and odorless and require no attention during the flight.

Frontier Airlines Pet Travel Requirements for International Flights 

Can you fly with pets on Frontier Airlines’ international flights? 

Frontier Airlines pet travel requirements for international are as follows:

• In-Cabin Pet Policy for International Flights. Per Frontier Airlines’ international pet travel policy, only dogs and cats can travel in the cabin on international flights. Pets are not allowed to travel as checked or cargo baggage. The following pets, which are permitted on domestic flights, will not be accepted on international flights: hamsters, small household birds, rabbits, and guinea pigs. 
• Carry-on Bag Fee. Passengers travelling with a carry-on bag (in addition to the pet carrier) will be charged. 
• Approved Pet Carriers—International Flights
  Per Frontier Airlines pet carrier policy for international flights:

• The pet carrier dimensions must not exceed 18in (L) x 14in (W) x 8in (H).
• The pet carrier must be large enough for your pet to sit, stand, lie down in, and turn around in comfortably.
• Frontier Airlines recommends soft-sided pet carriers.

• Pet Fee. The pet charges on international flights will depend on the route. 
• Pet Age. Dogs and cats must be at least 4 months old to travel on Frontier.
• Pet Reservations. You can make a reservation for your pet at the time of booking (by phone or online) or pay at check-in. 
• Forms Required.  Health certificate and required documentation by the destination country are mandatory for international travel. 

The health certificate must meet the following conditions: 

• Must be dated within the following timelines: 
  • For entry into Puerto Rico—within 30 days of travel. 
  • For entry into the United States—within 10 days of travel.
  • For entry into the Dominican Republic—within 15 days of travel.
  • For entry into Costa Rica—within 14 days of travel. 
  • For entry into Mexico—within 5 days of travel. 
• Must include:
  • Owner’s name and address. 
  • Species of the animal.
  • Country of origin/destination.
  • Rabies immunization:
    • Within 12 months for adult pets 3 months or older for all international destinations except Puerto Rico and Costa Rica.
    • Within 12 months for adult pets 4 months or older for travel to Costa Rica.
    • Within 6 months for pets 4 months or older for travel to Puerto Rico, where adult animals are defined as 4 months of age or older. 

The rabies immunization must be administered no less than 30 days before travel and no more than 1 year before travel. Pets that have received rabies booster shots less than 30 days before departure will require proof of the shot. 

• Additional country-specific requirements 
• Health Certificates when travelling to the Dominican Republic and Mexico must state that pet has been treated for and is free from parasites.
• Recommended vaccinations include PIP, leptospirosis, and hepatitis.
• Puerto Rico mandates the use of a sturdy collar plus 2 ID tags. The tags must include the owner’s full contact details, i.e., permanent address and telephone number.
• Cats and dogs travelling to/from Canada must have a rabies vaccination plus a health certificate (in English or French) issued by a licensed veterinarian. 
  • The health certificate must identify the pet by breed, the vaccination dates, the manufacturing and expiry dates of the rabies vaccine.
  • Aside from other documentation, parasitic treatment is mandatory and must be mentioned in the health certificate.

• Emotional support animals will no longer be accepted free of charge and must travel per Frontier Airlines’ pet policy—all restrictions will apply.
• Trained service animals (dogs) can travel free with their owners in the passenger cabin.
• Only 1 pet carrier per passenger is allowed.
• Restrictions. 
  • Pets are not accepted: 
    • On codeshare flights.
    • When travelling in the cabin on flights to Australia, UK, UAE, South Africa, Republic of Ireland, Jamaica, Hong Kong, Dubai, Dakar, and Barbados.
  • The following pets are never accepted: 
    • Large birds like macaws, parrots, cockatoos, and birds of prey
    • Rodents (mice, rats, squirrels), ferrets and, beavers
    • Reptiles (incl. snakes)
    • Amphibians
    • Spiders and insects 
    • Tigers, lions, or bears
  • You cannot sit in row #1 or an exit row when traveling with a pet.
  • Your pet must remain inside the pet carrier at all times. 
  • Avoid feeding your pet (food or water) during the flight. 
  • Do not sedate your pet for the trip.
  • The pet must be harmless and odorless and require no attention during the flight.

Travelling with a Trained Service Animal (Dog) on Frontier Airlines

In keeping with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) rules, Frontier Airlines has revised its pet policy. According to the new provisions, only trained dogs (incl. psychiatric service animals) are accepted as service animals. The dog must be fully trained to assist people with disabilities. Frontier Airlines allows up to 2 trained service dogs per passenger free of charge. 

• Documentation 

• You must download and fill out the Service Animal Air Transportation Form before travelling (to validate the dog’s training, behavior, and health). 
• Ideally, the form should be submitted online a minimum of 48 hours before departure. If you book later, you will need to fill out the form and hand over a copy to a Customer Service Agent at the airport.
• For flights exceeding 8 hours, you will be required to submit a U.S. DOT Service Animal Relief Attestation Form. 
• On international travel, all country-specific requirements must be met by the owner.
• General conditions 

• The service animal can only be a dog, at 16 weeks old, and fully trained. 
• The service dog must sit on the floor at all times, and cannot occupy a seat. 
• Small service dogs similar in size to a 2-year-old child are allowed to sit in the lap. 
• No part of the service dog’s body must extend beyond the footprint of the seat.
• The service dog must always remain with the owner.
• Recommended behavior 
• The service dog: 
  • Must always be tethered, leashed, or harnessed, and under the control of the owner. 
  • Must not bite, growl, bark, or attack people. 
  • Must not defecate or urinate inside the aircraft or airport.
• Must not eat out of a tray.

Note

• Certain states and countries require additional compliances and may prohibit the entry or transit of animals. Examples include Hawaii and the United Kingdom. 
• For details, refer to the relevant website of the country/consulate you propose to visit. 
• Pet carriers for service dogs can be carried free of charge.

Frontier Airlines Pet Policy for Emotional Support Animals (ESANs) 

As of February 1, 2021, Frontier has stopped accepting free bookings for emotional support animals in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s rules. If you want to travel with an ESAN, you will need to pay for the travel complying with Frontier Airlines’ Pet policy.

Frequently Asked Questions on Frontier Airlines Pet Policy

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