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Flying with your pet from San Francisco (SFO) to Copenhagen (CPH)
What to check before booking: which airlines take your pet, at what price, and what entry into Copenhagen requires.
Rules verified on July 28, 2026
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 SFO → CPHAirlines on this route
| Airline | Travels as | Pet fee | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | Cargo | PetEmbark® | Verified at source |
| Delta | In cabin | 150$ dom · 200$ intl | Verified at source |
| United | In cabin | 150$ | Verified at source |
| Norwegian | In cabin | Not published | Confirm with airline |
| SAS | In cabin | 420 DKK · 550 NOK · 550 SEK · 55 EUR · 60 USD (domestique) | Verified at source |
From $55 to $550 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 San Francisco to Copenhagen?
Yes, with Delta, United, Norwegian, SAS. 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 Copenhagen?
ISO microchip, a valid rabies vaccination given after the chip, and an EU health certificate endorsed by the departure country's veterinary authority.