MEXGRU
Flying with your pet from Mexico City (MEX) 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
- Mexico has been classified as screwworm-affected since Nov 22, 2024: a screwworm-free certificate issued within 5 days is required to re-enter the US, even for a US-origin dog.
- 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 MEX → GRUAirlines on this route
| Airline | Travels as | Pet fee | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aeroméxico | In cabin | quoted on request | 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 |
| Volaris | In cabin | Not published | Confirm with airline |
| VivaAerobus | In cabin | Not published | Confirm with airline |
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 Mexico City to São Paulo?
Yes, with Aeroméxico, LATAM, GOL, Azul. 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.