What temperature can dogs fly?

Dogs and their kennels should be protected from exposure to extreme temperature. Dogs must not be exposed to air temperatures above 85 °F (29.5 °C) or below 45 °F (7.2 °C) for a period of more than 4 hours. Dogs must not be accepted for transport unless the animal holding areas meet these temperature requirements.



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The cargo hold is climate-controlled and will not be colder or hotter than cabin temperature. A pet-friendly airline will make sure your pet is comfortable at all times. Many airlines have temperature embargoes to deal with extreme temperatures.

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Although your pet will most likely be fine, you will ultimately have to decide if flying your pet as cargo is worth the risk or if you can pursue any other options for traveling with your pet. Some dogs are naturally better suited to fly than others depending on age, breed, and other health conditions.

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Airline Summer Heat Embargo During the months of May through September, your airline may not allow you to transport your pet in the cargo department. The reason for this restriction is that the heat on the tarmac can heat up the cargo hold quickly.

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Treat your pet to thermal layers. Use thermal blankets to keep your pet warm without adding too much bulk to their travel crate. These blankets help your pet retain warmth and stay cozy during the travel experience. Make sure to check with your airline to ensure that they allow the use of blankets in the travel crate.

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Be prepared that the temperature in the plane can vary drastically, so you should pack a blanket or a cooling mat in your dog's carrier, as the cabin floor can get very hot or cold.

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Hundreds of thousands of pets fly underneath the plane safely every single year. On average, only about two-dozen pet deaths occur on flights annually...that works out to about 1 incident (not necessarily death) for every 10,000 pets.

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Dogs and cats flying in cargo must travel in a well-ventilated, rigid (a.k.a. hard-sided) kennel. Soft-sided carriers are not allowed for safety reasons. Most airlines required that the kennel have a solid top and base (i.e. without ventilation openings) and at least three sides with ventilation.

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