USA → France · Delta Air Lines
Flying a pet USA to France on Delta Air Lines
Verified snapshot for corridor planning. Cabin/cargo numbers from our airline dataset (checked 2026-10-22). Destination summary cites EU / France.
Destination entry summary
EU entry: ISO microchip, valid rabies vaccine, EU health certificate / AHC endorsement timing (typically ≤10 days). France applies EU pet travel rules.
Delta Air Lines
- Published cabin fee: U.S./Canada/Puerto Rico/U.S. Virgin Islands: $150 USD/CAD each way (tickets issued on/after Apr 8, 2025; $95 before) · International: $200 USD/CAD/EUR each way · Brazil: $200 USD each way (tickets issued on/after Apr 8, 2025; $75 before)
- Under-seat / cabin carrier: Depends on aircraft under-seat space; Delta recommends a soft-sided kennel of max 18 x 11 x 11 in, which fits most aircraft
- Weight notes: See official airline page (weight not in verified snapshot)
- Hold / cargo: No checked pets for the general public. Delta Cargo ships pets only for active U.S. Military or U.S. State Department Foreign Service personnel with permanent change of station orders (until further notice).
- Service animal note: Trained service animals follow separate guidelines (see Delta's service animal page).
- Sources: Official airline page ↗ · verified 2026-10-22
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FAQ
Cabin vs cargo on Delta Air Lines?
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 France?
EU entry: ISO microchip, valid rabies vaccine, EU health certificate / AHC endorsement timing (typically ≤10 days). France applies EU pet travel rules.
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.