USA → Canada · American Airlines
Flying a pet USA to Canada on American Airlines
Verified snapshot for corridor planning. Cabin/cargo numbers from our airline dataset (checked 2026-10-22). Destination summary cites CFIA.
Destination entry summary
CFIA personal accompanied pets: rabies certificate typically; commercial/rescue/unaccompanied dogs face different (stricter) rules — do not treat rescue handoffs as personal imports.
American Airlines
- Published cabin fee: Carry-on: U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central America, Caribbean: $150 per kennel each way · Checked (active-duty military / State Dept only): $200 per kennel; $150 to/from Brazil · Cargo (PetEmbark): Varies
- Under-seat / cabin carrier: Soft-sided (recommended): 18 x 11 x 11 in (46 x 28 x 28 cm); hard-sided mainline: 19 x 13 x 9 in; hard-sided American Eagle: 16 x 12 x 8 in
- Weight notes: 20 lb (9.07 kg) pet + carrier on A321T premium cabins; checked kennel max 100 lb (45 kg) combined. No general in-cabin limit stated.
- Hold / cargo: Checked pets only for active-duty U.S. Military and State Department Foreign Service on official orders. Others: American Airlines Cargo (PetEmbark).
- Service animal note: Fully-trained service dogs fly in the cabin at no charge if they meet requirements.
- Sources: Official airline page ↗ · verified 2026-10-22
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FAQ
Cabin vs cargo on American Airlines?
Use the dimensions and weight notes above, then confirm on the airline page. Soft-sided carriers often get more under-seat flex when the airline documents it.
Government paperwork for Canada?
CFIA personal accompanied pets: rabies certificate typically; commercial/rescue/unaccompanied dogs face different (stricter) rules — do not treat rescue handoffs as personal imports.
Military PCS or service dog?
See Military PCS and Veterans hub for DOT / CTA / JTR notes.
Fees and dimensions are copied from each airline's official materials we verified. Rules change — re-check the airline and government page before you book. Not legal or veterinary advice.