Mesa Airlines Pet Policy

Chad Buleen, Leaf Group

Mesa Airlines is a budget airliner that has partnerships with larger airlines such as Delta, United and U.S. Airways. Pets are allowed on Mesa Airlines flights, but the airline has policies that limit what kinds of animals can be brought on board and where they must kept during flights.


Mesa Airlines allows one free carry-on and one checked piece of luggage for $10, but this does not apply to pet carriers. Passengers traveling with pets might need to pay a subsequent charge, depending on the policies of the partner airline. For example, passengers who fly with Delta can bring their pets on board for an additional $125 fee. Potential fees for loading a pet as cargo on a flight include customs clearance fees, terminal handling charges and kennel storage fees.


Mesa Airlines allows passengers to transport domestic cats, small dogs, household tropical fish and household birds in the cabin. Animals that travel on Mesa Airlines must be considered harmless, odorless and inoffensive. They also must require no attention during the flight.


You should be confident your pet will be able to behave itself well during the trip. If an animal causes any kind of significant disturbance or becomes offensive, both passenger and pet will be required to exit the plane at the next stop.


All pets must be transported in a carrying container, which must be approved by the airline. The container should be able to fit underneath the seat in front of the passenger. Maximum container size is 21 inches long, 16 inches wide and 8 inches tall. Pets might not be permitted on some smaller planes because of a lack of space.


Some international destinations restrict certain animals from entering their countries. If you are traveling internationally, make sure your pet is allowed to be brought into the country. Before boarding a Mesa Airlines flight with an animal, understand that taking the proper precautions before the flight will minimize the risk of a having a problem while boarding.





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