Tips for Flying with Pets

Tips for Flying with Pets in Texas

Round Trips Save You 10% — Policy questions answered below, sourced from our own service FAQs.

Flying with a pet out of DFW, Love Field, IAH, or Hobby adds a second set of rules on top of your airline's: carrier standards, security handling, and a ground ride that will actually take the animal. Texas Shuttle keeps the ground leg simple — door-to-door, on your schedule, 24/7.

Small Pets Ride in Their Carrier

Small pets in carriers that fit under the seat are welcome on the shuttle. For larger animals, contact the dispatch line in advance and we will arrange a pet-friendly vehicle. That advance heads-up is the difference between a smooth ride and a scramble at the curb.

Know the Airline Rules Before the Ride

Airlines set their own pet fees, carrier standards, and in-cabin versus cargo rules, and they vary by airline and pet size — confirm them directly with your airline when you book the flight. In-cabin pets travel in an airline-approved carrier that fits under the seat in front of you, and at security you should expect to carry your pet through the detector while the carrier goes through the scanner.

Plan the DFW Pet Relief Stop

DFW offers pet relief areas after security, so a quick stop before boarding keeps the flight leg cleaner for your animal. Carry your own waste bags — station supplies run thin during peak hours.

Time the Pickup Around Your Pet

For airport pickups we normally meet you 30 minutes after your plane lands on domestic flights, or 45 minutes after international flights, and pickup adjusts automatically if your flight is delayed. Text us if your flight number changes so your driver stays synced. Outbound, you choose the pickup time — with a pet, add a few minutes for loading the carrier.

Tell Us What You Are Bringing

Mention the pet and the carrier size when you book, or note it when you call (817) 403-6196. Families regularly bring pet carriers alongside strollers and car seats, and our vans and SUVs have the cargo space to take the whole load in one vehicle.

Sharing the Ride with Kids or a Group?

We handle those too — see our tips for flying with kids and tips for flying with large groups pages. General first-ride questions are covered in our first-time flyer tips for Texas Shuttle guide.

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Booking a Pet-Friendly Shuttle in Texas

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How Pricing Works with a Pet

Rates depend on the addresses you enter, the time of day, and the vehicle your party needs — there is no separate pet fee on the ride. Enter full addresses rather than just city names for the most accurate quote, since most pricing is mileage based. Choose "To Airport" or "From Airport" under Select Service, or "Any Two Addresses 24/7" for rides between two non-airport addresses in Texas. Rates are total for the ride, not per person.

Which Vehicle Fits the Carrier?

Tell us the carrier size when you book and the dispatcher will assign a vehicle with the cargo room to match — vans and SUVs with extra space take kennels alongside the rest of the luggage. If you are also traveling with kids, child safety seats are available on request at no additional charge when you specify their ages.

How Do I Get an Accurate Quote?

• Step 1 - Enter the full pickup and drop-off addresses and click "View Rates".
• Step 2 - Compare Texas Taxi, Airport Shuttle, and Black Car pricing for your passenger count, then click "Reserve Now".
• Step 3 - Save the quote with your name, cell phone, and email — a copy lands in your inbox and we can find it by name when you call.
• Step 4 - Enter a card on the final booking screen to confirm; the confirmation email follows automatically.

Flexible If Plans Change

Change the reservation date and time at no cost, and update flight numbers or pickup details by phone, email, or text. If your flight is delayed, pickup adjusts automatically to 30 minutes after landing for domestic flights or 45 for international.

Save on the Ride

Promo code ONLINE takes 10% off when you book online, round trips save more both ways, and NONSTOP adds a free upgrade to non-stop service. Questions about a larger animal? Call (817) 403-6196 and talk to a human.