How to Add a Pet to Hawaiian Flight?

Only pets which are domestic cats or dogs are allowed on a few airlines. Hawaiian accepts cats or dogs in a pet carrier which is deemed suitable. Birds may be accepted only within Hawaii. You must inform the airline up to 48hours before departure about your pet travel. The reservations of Hawaiian may be called to add a pet dog or pet cat. Follow the below steps to add Hawaiian Airlines pet cargo.

Book your own flight - First reserve your ticket through Hawaiian Airlines website or another travel platform.
Call to reserve space as soon as you book the flight - Since space for pets in a flight is limited, pet travel is provided on a first-booked basis.
Arrive at the airport 3 hours before departure - Self-service check-in is not permitted with a pet cargo. Pay the charges and attach special tag to the pet carrier.

On a few destination pets may have to be examined before they can be allowed. You need to know the procedures at least 4 weeks before departure. Air1Network may be reached on +1-844-414-9223 for assistance or details. In this blog we will give tips on adding a pet on Hawaiian Airlines.

Can you Bring a Pet in Cabin of Hawaiian Flight?

You can bring a small-sized pet which can be put in a pet carrier and adjusted easily beneath the seat. The size of pet carrier should be 17inchx 11inch x 9.5inch. If the pet carrier can’t be adjusted under the seat, flight attendants will change your seat or your pet will be put in baggage hold. Cabin travel is not allowed under Hawaiian Airlines pet travel policy in below situations.

If you traveling to or from international routes.
If you are traveling from Pago Pago, Boston, Austin & New York.
If you are traveling in First cabin between North America and Hawaii.
If you are occupying a bulkhead seat or exit row seat.

Hawaiian may not accept a pet if connection time at any airport is less than 4 hours. The airline doesn’t transfer your pet. You may have to claim and re-check a pet. Hawaiian or Air1Network may be reached on +1-844-414-9223 or +1-800-367-5320 for details or assistance.

Are there restrictions on adding a pet on Hawaiian Airlines?

Brachycephalic or snub-nosed varieties of cats and dogs will be accepted as Hawaiian pet cargo international in baggage hold. Take a look at other restrictions on adding a pet on Hawaiian Airlines.

Birds are accepted as pets only within Hawaii.
2 puppies or 2 kittens between 8 weeks and 6 months old may be kept in the same pet carrier.
The pet must be able to move freely in the pet carrier.
If you are traveling to Hawaii, a pet will be inspected.
Only trained service animals will be accepted.
Pet travel is not allowed to San Jose, Sacramento, Las Vegas, Phoenix and Salt Late City from April 15 to October 15 every year.

What documents do you need to add a pet on Hawaiian?

Documents required will depend on the route and destination. Take a look at the documentation you must prepare for Hawaiian Airlines pet cargo.
Health certificate for travel between North America and Hawaii - The inspection must be done at least 14 days before arrival.
Service animals must be microchipped - The microchip must be readable by a universal scanner.
Neighbor Island Inspection Permit - Traveling to Maui-Kahului, Kauai-Lihue, or Hawaii Island-Kona will require you to get NIIP.
DOT service animal air transportation form - Required for all service animals and must be submitted at least 48 hours before departure.
Current acclimation certificate from a veterinarian within 10 days of travel - If temperature is between 20F/-7C and 45F/7C.

How much is charged for a pet on Hawaiian Airlines?

Charges for putting a pet in hold are up to two times the cabin charges. The Hawaiian Airlines pet cargo rates within Hawaii is almost half of the applicable charges on other routes. Take a look at the fee you will pay.

For a kennel in hold - $60 is charged within Hawaii; $225 is charged between US mainland and Hawaii.
For a pet carrier in cabin of aircraft - $35 is charged within Hawaii; $125 is charged between US mainland and Hawaii.
Discounted Hawaiian Airlines pet cargo cost of $100 - For a kennel within Alaska and for active-duty US military or US military dependents on travel orders.

Have a larger pet? You must book a space in the hold for your pet. The combined weight of the kennel and pet should not exceed 150lb. The maximum size of the kennel shouldn’t exceed 36"x25"x28". Pets in baggage hold are not accepted from a few destinations. Air1Network or Hawaiian Airlines may be reached on +1-844-414-9223 or +1-800-367-5320 for details or assistance.