American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 18 × 11 × 11 in, stowed under the seat in front of you. Already own a carrier? Enter its measurements below to check it against this limit. The in-cabin fee is $150 per kennel, each way. 9 of the 15 carriers we track clear that published limit.
The Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) leaves the most room — 1" on its tightest dimension, while the Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) only just squeaks in with nothing to spare. American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)'s 11" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 77 airlines we track (shared with Allegiant, American, Copa, Delta, Frontier, JSX, United): Air Europa, Avelo, Breeze and Pegasus allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)’s published 18 × 11 × 11 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Carriers that clear American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) (18 × 11 × 11 in)
Roomiest margin first. Sized to the airline’s limit, not to your pet — measure your pet first →
| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
 Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) up to ~8 lb · max pet 13″ long × 7.5″ tall | 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits 1" spare | See on Amazon → |
Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) up to ~10 lb | 17 × 10 × 10 in | Fits 1" spare | See on Amazon → |
Sleepypod Atom up to ~12 lb | 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Fits 0.5" spare | See on Amazon → |
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American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) pet rules
| Max soft-sided carrier | 18 × 11 × 11 in |
| Max hard-sided kennel | 16 × 12 × 8 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Soft recommended; hard allowed within its limit |
| In-cabin fee | $150 per kennel, each way · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | cats, dogs |
| Pets | One pet per kennel. On the regional aircraft American Eagle flies (CRJ-900/700/200, ERJ-190/175/145) American publishes a maximum of 1 pet carrier in the premium cabin and 5 in the main cabin per flight |
| Booking | Add the pet to your booking in advance by calling American Airlines Reservations; the fee is paid at the airport or a travel center by credit card or paper voucher · what to book, buy and pack → |
Source: official American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) pet policy · verified 2026-09-06 · how American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) ranks on fee and space →
Carriers that fit American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)
Matched to American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)'s published 18 × 11 × 11 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) carrier shortlist →
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This table ranks by American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)’s size limit — not by your pet. The weight under each carrier is what that size is rated to hold. A bag can clear the airline and still be the wrong size for the animal, which is the most common reason one goes back — measure your pet first →
| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) up to ~8 lb · max pet 13″ long × 7.5″ tall | 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits 1" spare | See on Amazon → |
Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) up to ~10 lb | 17 × 10 × 10 in | Fits 1" spare | See on Amazon → |
Sleepypod Atom up to ~12 lb | 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Fits 0.5" spare | See on Amazon → |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Exact fit 0" spare | Not available on Amazon right now |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Standard (Expandable) up to ~20 lb | 18 × 11 × 10 in | Exact fit 0" spare | Not available on Amazon right nowIn stock and fits the same airlines: Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Medium) up to ~16 lb · max pet 16″ long × 9.5″ tall | 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Exact fit 0" spare | See on Amazon → |
Petsfit (Medium) Expandable Soft-Sided up to ~13 lb | 17 × 11 × 11 in | Exact fit 0" spare | See on Amazon → |
Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) pet size not published | 16 × 8 × 11 in | Exact fit 0" spare | See on Amazon → |
Frisco Premium Airline-Compliant Carrier up to ~22 lb | 18 × 11 × 11 in | Exact fit 0" spare | Search Amazon → |
Sleepypod Air up to ~18 lb | 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Fits collapsed | See on Amazon → |
5 carriers too big for American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)
Diggs Passenger pet size not published · Diggs discontinued this carrier — link goes to similar carriers | 17 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too big | Compare similar on Amazon → |
ibiyaya JetPaw Expandable Backpack up to ~17 lb | 18 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
Away The Pet Carrier pets up to ~18 lb | 18.7 × 10.8 × 10.75 in | Too big | Compare similar on Amazon → |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Large) up to ~22 lb · max pet 18″ long × 10.5″ tall | 19 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
SturdiBag Pro (Large, Flexible Height) pet size not published | 18 × 11.5 × 11.5 in | Too big | Not available on Amazon right nowIn stock and fits the same airlines: Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) |
How to confirm your actual under-seat space
American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)'s number is its published maximum, not a guarantee for your exact seat. Before you buy or fly:
- Check which aircraft operates your flight (in your booking or on a seat-map site).
- Avoid bulkhead and exit rows — bulkheads have no under-seat storage and most airlines ban pets there — and check this airline's seat rules above.
- Call American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) to confirm under-seat dimensions for that aircraft, or
- Choose a collapsible / flexible-height carrier that adapts to a tighter space.
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Common questions
What size pet carrier does American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) allow in the cabin?
American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)'s recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 18 × 11 × 11 in (soft) or 16 × 12 × 8 in for a hard-sided kennel. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) pet policy.
How much does American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) charge for an in-cabin pet?
$150 per kennel, each way. Always confirm the current fee on the official American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)?
9 of the 15 carriers we track clear American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)'s published 18 × 11 × 11 in. The roomiest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small), with 1" to spare on its tightest dimension. The heaviest pet any carrier that clears American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways) is rated for is 22 lb (some fitting carriers publish no pet rating). Full shortlist: /fits/american-eagle/.
Is American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)'s 18 × 11 × 11 in limit guaranteed on every aircraft?
No. American publishes a SMALLER hard-sided kennel limit for American Eagle regional flights than for mainline: hard-sided on regional aircraft must not exceed 16 x 12 x 8 inches (40 x 30 x 20 cm), versus 19 x 13 x 9 inches (48 x 33 x 22 cm) on mainline. Soft-sided kennels are capped at 18 x 11 x 11 inches (46 x 28 x 28 cm) on all flights. The smallest published figure (16 x 12 x 8, hard-sided regional) is recorded so the fit test cannot over-state on a regional aircraft — a soft carrier up to 18 x 11 x 11 is still acceptable. The number of pet carriers allowed also varies by aircraft type. Republic Airways operates as American Eagle and publishes no separate consumer pet policy of its own; American's policy governs. Treat the published figure as a fleet-wide maximum, not a promise for your seat, and prefer a collapsible or flexible-height carrier.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on American Eagle (regional, incl. Republic Airways)?
One pet per kennel. On the regional aircraft American Eagle flies (CRJ-900/700/200, ERJ-190/175/145) American publishes a maximum of 1 pet carrier in the premium cabin and 5 in the main cabin per flight. Species accepted: cats, dogs. Add the pet to your booking in advance by calling American Airlines Reservations; the fee is paid at the airport or a travel center by credit card or paper voucher