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FAQ about Copa Airlines pet policy

Policy last updated: April 25, 2026

Accepted pets:🐱 Cat🐶 Dog
Min age: 16 weeks

In-Cabin Travel

Allowed
🐾Accepted pets🐱 Cat🐶 Dog
Max weight (pet + carrier)10 kg
Carrier max dimensions45.7 × 28 × 28 cm
Max pets per passenger1
Fee125 USD

Only small dogs and cats accepted in cabin. The pet and its container replace carry-on baggage. Combined weight of pet plus container must not exceed 10 kg (20 lb). Only soft-sided containers allowed; rigid containers are not permitted. Only 3 pets allowed in the main cabin per flight. Only 1 pet per passenger. Children under 11 or unaccompanied minors may not travel with a pet. Pets must be reserved at least 48 hours prior to departure or at time of ticket purchase. Pets less than 16 weeks old not accepted (24 weeks for travel to the United States per CDC requirements). Passengers with pets not eligible for Business Class. Pet transportation fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. Domestic flight fee: 25 USD plus applicable taxes (29–33 CAD). International flight fee: 125 USD plus applicable taxes (147–166 CAD). Connections between domestic and international flights: 125 USD plus applicable taxes (147–166 CAD). Pets not allowed on connecting flights with airlines other than Copa Airlines. Traveling with pets is allowed Monday–Sunday except to/from Armenia (AXM), which is Monday–Friday only. Transport of dogs (including emotional support and service dogs) is temporarily not permitted in cabin or cargo to BOS, BWI, and RDU airports. Front row seating, bulkhead seats, and emergency exit row seats are prohibited. Pet must remain in its container on the floor in front of the assigned seat at all times. Carrier dimensions: Width 28 cm (11"), Length 45.7 cm (18"), Height 28 cm (11").

Cargo / Hold

Allowed
As freight Yes

Dogs or cats that do not meet cabin requirements may be transported via Copa Pets cargo service. Transport of dogs is temporarily not permitted as cargo to BOS, BWI, and RDU airports. Contact Copa Pets department for details.

Service Animals

Allowed
🐾Accepted species🐶 Dog
Must fit at passenger feet Yes
Documentation requiredDOT Service Dog Transportation Form (two copies, for US travel)Emotional Support and Service Dog Transportation Form (two copies, for non-US destinations)Required documentation of country of origin and destination

Only trained service dogs accepted. Service dogs may travel in Main Cabin or Business Class. Must fit in the space in front of the passenger's assigned seat, sit on the floor without occupying neighboring spaces or the aircraft aisle. Option to purchase an additional seat for extra space. Emergency exit row prohibited. Service dog may be denied if it has bad smell, bad behavior, or does not comply with required documentation. Emotional support dogs accepted only on routes to/from Colombia and Mexico; must not exceed 10 kg and must meet dimension requirements. Minimum age for emotional support dog is 6 months. Emotional support dogs may only travel in Main Cabin, not Business Class. Cannot travel with both a service/emotional support dog and a cabin pet simultaneously.

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Species Rules

Service animals exempt Yes

Only small dogs and cats accepted as pets in cabin. Service dogs accepted on all routes in cabin or Business Class. Emotional support dogs accepted only on routes to/from Colombia and Mexico. It is not permitted to travel with a service or emotional support dog and also with a pet in the cabin simultaneously.

Documentation Required

  • Proof of current vaccinations
  • Certificate of good health
  • Terms and Conditions Form for pet transportation in cabin (completed at airport on day of departure)
  • Documents required for entry into the country of destination
  • CDC Dog Import Form (for dogs traveling to the US from rabies-free or low-risk countries)
  • Microchip (for dogs traveling to the US)
  • CDC import permit and ACF reservation confirmation (for dogs vaccinated abroad traveling to the US from high-risk canine rabies countries)
What types of animals are permitted in the cabin?
Only small dogs and cats are accepted as pets in the cabin. Service dogs (trained dogs only) are also accepted in the cabin and Business Class on all routes. Emotional support dogs are accepted only on routes to/from Colombia and Mexico.
What is the maximum weight allowed for a pet in the cabin?
The pet along with its container must not weigh more than 10 kg (20 lb).
What are the carrier size requirements for in-cabin pet travel?
Only soft-sided containers are allowed. The container dimensions must not exceed: Width 28 cm (11"), Length 45.7 cm (18"), Height 28 cm (11"). The container must be large enough to allow the pet to stand up, turn around, or lie down naturally, must be sturdy, have safety latches, and have ventilation holes.
Can pets travel in the cargo hold, and what are the requirements?
Yes, dogs or cats that do not meet cabin travel requirements can be transported via the Copa Pets cargo service. Contact the Copa Pets department for specific requirements. Note that transport of dogs is temporarily not permitted to BOS, BWI, and RDU airports.
What are the fees for traveling with a pet?
Domestic flights: 25 USD plus applicable taxes (29–33 CAD). International flights: 125 USD plus applicable taxes (147–166 CAD). Connections between domestic and international flights: 125 USD plus applicable taxes (147–166 CAD). The fee is one-way, non-refundable, and non-transferable.
Is there a limit on the number of pets per passenger or per flight?
Only one pet per passenger is allowed. Only 3 pets are allowed in the main cabin per flight.
What documents and health certificates are required to travel with a pet?
Proof of current vaccinations, a certificate of good health, and a completed Terms and Conditions Form for pet transportation (handed in at the airport on the day of departure) are required. Documents required for entry into the country of destination must also be provided. For dogs traveling to the US, a CDC Dog Import Form is required at minimum; additional requirements apply for high-risk canine rabies countries including microchip, rabies vaccination certificate, and potentially an import permit and ACF reservation confirmation.
How do I book a flight for my pet, and can I do it online?
The pet must be checked in at least 48 hours prior to flight departure or at the time of ticket purchase through Copa Airlines Sales Offices or Call Center. If you arrive at the airport without a reservation, pet transportation will be subject to availability.
Are there special requirements for international travel with a pet?
Yes. Requirements vary by destination. For example, travel to the US requires a CDC Dog Import Form and additional documentation for high-risk canine rabies countries. Other destinations such as Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Jamaica, Panama, St. Maarten, and Trinidad and Tobago have specific sanitary and documentation requirements. Passengers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all origin, transit, and destination country requirements.
Are there temperature-related restrictions for pets traveling in the cargo hold?
No specific temperature restrictions are mentioned for Copa Airlines cargo pet travel.
What is the airline's policy on sedating pets during travel?
No specific sedation policy is mentioned. Pets must be harmless and must not require assistance during the entire flight.

Source: Official pet policy page ↗