DFWGRU
Flying with your pet from Dallas (DFW) to São Paulo (GRU)
What to check before booking: which airlines take your pet, at what price, and what entry into São Paulo requires.
Rules verified on July 28, 2026
Blockers on this route
- Heat embargo likely: most airlines close the hold above 27-29 °C on the ground, May to September.
- International Veterinary Certificate (CVI), official template mandatory since Sept 6, 2025: valid rabies vaccination and deworming within 15 days before the flight, certificate valid about 10 days.
Minimum lead time
25 Allow at least 25 days between the first vet step and departure.
The dated plan for your pet
Free search: the airlines that accept your pet on this route, their transport mode and their fees. The full dated plan is €19, a single payment.
See the airlines for DFW → GRUAirlines on this route
| Airline | Travels as | Pet fee | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | Cargo | PetEmbark® | Verified at source |
| Delta | Cargo | Delta Cargo | Verified at source |
| JetBlue | In cabin | 150 USD per trip (payable in TrueBlue points) | Verified at source |
| Alaska Airlines | In cabin | 100-200 USD per crate and per trip | Verified at source |
| LATAM | In cabin | LATAM quote on request | Verified at source |
| GOL | In cabin | Not published | Confirm with airline |
| Azul | In cabin | Not published | Confirm with airline |
| Spirit Airlines | In cabin | Not published | Confirm with airline |
| Frontier Airlines | In cabin | Not published | Confirm with airline |
| Sun Country | In cabin | Not published | Confirm with airline |
| Breeze Airways | In cabin | Not published | Confirm with airline |
From $100 to $200 depending on airline and travel mode. These are the carriers' published amounts; they cover neither vet work nor the crate.
Derived corridor The rules below follow from the same official sources, but this specific route was not re-verified individually — only 8 corridors were. Confirm with your airline and the destination authorities.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take my dog in the cabin from Dallas to São Paulo?
Yes, with JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, LATAM, GOL. The limit is almost always 8 kg including the bag, and the pet must fit under the seat.
How long does it take to prepare the trip?
Allow at least 25 days between the first vet step and departure.
What paperwork is required to enter São Paulo?
International Veterinary Certificate (CVI), official template mandatory since Sept 6, 2025: valid rabies vaccination and deworming within 15 days before the flight, certificate valid about 10 days.