How to Travel with Your Dog or Cat on Frontier Airlines
Traveling with your pet can be a lot of fun and rewarding, but it also requires some planning and preparation. If you want to fly with your dog or cat, you might want to choose Frontier Airlines as your carrier. Frontier Airlines is one of the few airlines that lets pets fly in the cabin with their owners, as long as they follow some rules and pay a fee. In this article, we will show you how to book a flight with your pet on Frontier Airlines, what you need to know before you fly, and how to have a great pet travel experience. Whether you are flying for vacation, business, or relocation, we hope this article will help you and your pet have a smooth and safe journey on Frontier Airlines.
Why Fly with Your Pet on Frontier Airlines?
Frontier Airlines is a low-cost carrier that flies to more than 100 places across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Frontier Airlines is also one of the few airlines that lets pets fly in the cabin with their owners, as long as they follow some rules and pay a fee. This means that you can keep your pet near you during the flight, instead of having them fly in the cargo hold, which can be scary and risky for some animals. Frontier Airlines also has a flexible pet policy that lets you change or cancel your booking without penalty if your pet can't fly due to illness or other reasons. Plus, Frontier Airlines has a friendly and helpful staff that will help you and your pet throughout your trip. By flying with your pet on Frontier Airlines, you can enjoy a low-cost and comfortable flight with your furry friend.
How to Book a Flight with Your Pet on Frontier
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Booking a flight with your pet on Frontier Airlines is easy and convenient. You can book your flight online, by phone, or at the airport. However, you have to tell Frontier Airlines that you are flying with a pet at least 48 hours before your flight. You can do this by calling their customer service at 801-401-9000 or by adding your pet to your booking online. You also have to pay a fee of $99 per pet, per flight, which is not refundable and depends on availability. You can pay this fee online, by phone, or at the airport. You can fly with up to two pets per person, but only one pet per carrier. You also have to bring a valid health certificate for your pet, given by a licensed vet within 10 days of flying. This certificate has to include your pet's name, breed, age, weight, vaccination records, and any special instructions or medications. You have to bring this certificate with you to the airport and show it to the Frontier Airlines staff when checking in.
What are the Rules and Fees for Flying with Your Pet on Frontier Airlines?
Frontier Airlines has some rules and fees for flying with your pet that you need to know before you fly. Here are some of the main ones:
- Your pet has to be at least eight weeks old and fully weaned.
- Your pet has to be small enough to fit in a carrier that can go under the seat in front of you. The biggest size of the carrier is 18 x 14 x 8 inches (length x width x height). The carrier has to have good ventilation, be leak-proof, and be secure. You can use a hard-sided or soft-sided carrier, but it has to have a zipper closure and a padded bottom. You can also use a Frontier Airlines branded pet carrier, which you can buy online or at the airport for $49.99.
- Your pet has to stay in the carrier at all times during the flight. You can't take your pet out of the carrier or put it on your lap or seat. You also have to make sure that your pet doesn't bother other passengers or crew members with noise, smell, or behavior.
- You have to pay a fee of $99 per pet, per flight, which is not refundable and depends on availability. You can pay this fee online, by phone, or at the airport. You can't use miles or vouchers to pay for this fee.
- You have to bring a valid health certificate for your pet, given by a licensed vet within 10 days of flying. This certificate has to include your pet's name, breed, age, weight, vaccination records, and any special instructions or medications. You have to bring this certificate with you to the airport and show it to the Frontier Airlines staff when checking in.
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- See your vet before the trip and get a health certificate and any needed vaccinations or medications for your pet. Also ask your vet for any tips on how to relax your pet during the flight or prevent motion sickness.
- Pick a good carrier for your pet and make sure it meets the Frontier Airlines rules. You can also make your pet used to the carrier by letting its leep or play in it at home before the trip. You can also put some familiar things in the carrier, such as a blanket, a toy, a piece of your clothing, to make your pet feel more comfortable.
- Give your pet a light meal and some water about four hours before the flight. Don't feed your pet during the flight or give it any treats or snacks. Also, don't give your pet any sedatives or tranquilizer sunless your vet says so.
- Take your pet for a walk or play with it before you leave the airport. This will help your pet use up some energy and go to your bath room. You should also check if there are any pet are s at the airport or on the way.
- Get to the airport early and check in with your pet. You will need to show your pet's health certificate and pay the fee. You will also need to go through security with your pet. You will have to take your pet out of the carrier and carry it through the metal detect or while the carrier goes through the X-ray machine. You can also ask for a private screening if you want.
