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Spirit Airlines pet policy

Last reviewed: April 2026 · Official policy page

Small dog resting inside an airline-approved soft pet carrier

At a glance

In-cabin
Allowed Max weight: 20 lb (pet + carrier combined) Max carrier: 18 × 14 × 9 in (L × W × H)
Fees
$125 each way.
Checked baggage
Not accepted
Cargo program
Not available

Breed restrictions

Dogs and cats only. Soft-sided carriers only. No specific brachycephalic ban stated on in-cabin policy, but pet must be calm and odorless.

Read our guide: Brachycephalic breed flight bans explained.

Routes and service area

In-cabin on Spirit domestic and select routes. Does not accept checked or cargo pets.

Confirm on the official policy page

This page summarizes Spirit Airlines's pet policy as of April 2026. Policies, fees, and breed restrictions can change at any time — verify the current rules before you book or travel.

Spirit Airlines official pet policy

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