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Pet-Friendly Jet Charter

Furst-Class Travel For Your Four-Legged Friends

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Looking to travel or relocate with your pets? Unless you own a teacup or other small dog/cat that can fit inside of a small carry-on and the airline you're traveling with permits pets on the plane, pets are most likely to travel in a crate, and placed inside the cargo area.

While not the worst way to travel, it certainly isn't the best, the healthiest, or the safest. Air quality isn't nearly as good; pets are stacked within close proximity of each other; and in the event of an accident, pets may be stuck where they're unable to be rescued.

Over the past couple of years, there have been several high-profile incidents involving commercial airline flights and pets, with dozens of deaths reported during pet transport.

risky travel with pets

There have even been cases of travelers who paid extra for additional precautions, and still finished their journey with their pet on life-support.

This has led many travelers to look into alternative ways of flying with their pets.

As result, many providers in the private aviation industry have pivoted to offer specialized services & owner-approved aircraft so you can fly privately with your pets.

Pet Friendly Charter Flights

When you charter a private plane, you take control of several aspects of your flight, from the date & time of your departure, what food & drinks will be served, which airport you'll arrive at, as well as the option to rent a pet-friendly jet for your flight.

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Many companies allow pets on their planes, while some require owner permission - many of these planes are privately owned, and managed/marketed by charter operators. All you need to let your provider know that you'd like to fly with your dogs, cats, or other animals, and they can match your trip to all of the planes that match your flight itinerary, and locate the best deals.

How can I charter a pet-friendly private plane?

Before you go, it's important to note that each country has different rules for accepting different animals via customs. One might allow your pets to enter; another may require your pet be quarantined; others might have an outright ban on certain animals.

To see what's needed to travel with your pet, you can visit the aptly named PetTravel.com. Their website offers a comprehensive database of information and documentation needed to travel with your pets.

Once you have all the necessary paperwork and veterinary documentation, you can request a quote for a from PetTravel.com’s official partner for pet-friendly charter flights, Air Charter Advisors.

Based in South Florida, Air Charter Advisors is private jet charter and aircraft management company that's been around since 2012.

They offer access to more than 10,000 private planes worldwide, making it easy to find the best plane for your flight, whether you're looking for the lowest cost or the most comfort.

President of ACA Adam Steiger has this to say about pet-friendly jet charters:

“The ability to charter a private jet and fly with your pets inside the cabin with you removes a lot of stress and anxiety for both you and your pets throughout the entire process of traveling. You get to avoid the long lines and traffic by using private terminals at your nearest airport. Simply step out onto the tarmac, and walk up the steps of your aircraft with your pet leashed or crated. Once you’re inside, they’re as free to make themselves as comfortable as you are.”

ACA provides sample routing and prices for pet flights - a family four with two dogs flying one-way from New York City to Los Angeles costs around $35,000; a group of four flying with two cats from New York City to Miami costs around $12,000. Check out their article on the cost of pet friendly jet charters, or to submit a request.