Flying with a Service Animal
We hope this information helps to make travel with your service animal as smooth and stress-free as possible!
- Check with your airline for their specific policies and procedures.
- Have all required documentation submitted ahead of time if needed and bring copies to the airport.
- Air travel is regulated by the US DOT (Department of Transportation).
https://www.transportation.gov/individuals/
aviation-consumer-protection/service-animals - What should I expect going through TSA?
See this page for TSA’s screening process with service dogs.
https://www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/i-have-service-animal-what-type-screening-should-i-expect
- All airlines are required to offer relief areas for service animals.
- Some airlines will allow priority boarding or bulkhead seating for people with service animals.
