Hawaiian Airlines in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Hawaiian Airlines allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 17 × 11 × 9.5 in, soft-sided, 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 $35 within Hawaii. 2 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. Hawaiian's 9.5" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 58 airlines we track (shared with Alaska, Alaska Horizon (Horizon Air)): Aegean, Air Transat, Allegiant and American allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit Hawaiian Airlines?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Hawaiian Airlines’s published 17 × 11 × 9.5 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Carriers that clear Hawaiian Airlines (17 × 11 × 9.5 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 → |
 Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Exact fit 0" spare | See on Amazon → |
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Hawaiian Airlines pet rules
| Recommended max carrier (soft) | 17 × 11 × 9.5 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Yes |
| In-cabin fee | $35 within Hawaii; $125 between Hawaii and North America · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | domestic dogs, cats |
| Pets | 1 pet carrier per ticketed guest (may hold 2 puppies/kittens of the same breed, 8 weeks to 6 months old) |
| Booking | Call Hawaiian Reservations (1-800-367-5320) at least 48 hours ahead. No cabin pets on international routes or flights to/from PPG, JFK, BOS, AUS and SLC; health certificate required between Hawaii and North America; State of Hawaii animal-entry rules apply on arrival. |
Source: official Hawaiian Airlines pet policy · verified 2026-09-05
Carriers that fit Hawaiian Airlines
Matched to Hawaiian Airlines's published 17 × 11 × 9.5 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Hawaiian Airlines carrier shortlist →
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This table ranks by Hawaiian Airlines’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 → |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Exact fit 0" spare | See on Amazon → |
 Sherpa Original Deluxe (Medium) up to ~16 lb · max pet 16″ long × 9.5″ tall | 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Flexes — 1" over | See on Amazon → |
 Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) up to ~10 lb | 17 × 10 × 10 in | Too tall (10" > 9.5") | See on Amazon → |
 Sleepypod Atom up to ~12 lb | 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 9.5") | See on Amazon → |
 Petsfit (Medium) Expandable Soft-Sided up to ~13 lb | 17 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.5") | See on Amazon → |
 Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) pet size not published | 16 × 8 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.5") | See on Amazon → |
 Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Standard (Expandable) up to ~20 lb | 18 × 11 × 10 in | Too big | See on Amazon → |
 Sleepypod Air up to ~18 lb | 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → |
Diggs Passenger pet size not published · Diggs discontinued this carrier — link goes to similar carriers | 17 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too big | Search Amazon → |
 ibiyaya JetPaw Expandable Backpack up to ~17 lb | 18 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → |
Away The Pet Carrier pets up to ~18 lb | 18.7 × 10.8 × 10.75 in | Too big | Search Amazon → |
Frisco Premium Airline-Compliant Carrier up to ~22 lb | 18 × 11 × 11 in | Too big | Search Amazon → |
 Sherpa Original Deluxe (Large) up to ~22 lb · max pet 18″ long × 10.5″ tall | 19 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → |
 SturdiBag Pro (Large, Flexible Height) pet size not published | 18 × 11.5 × 11.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → |
How to confirm your actual under-seat space
Hawaiian Airlines's number is a fleet-wide recommendation, not a promise 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 some window seats — they have less (or no) under-seat storage.
- Call Hawaiian Airlines 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 Hawaiian Airlines allow in the cabin?
Hawaiian Airlines's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 17 × 11 × 9.5 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the Hawaiian Airlines pet policy.
How much does Hawaiian Airlines charge for an in-cabin pet?
$35 within Hawaii; $125 between Hawaii and North America. Always confirm the current fee on the official Hawaiian Airlines pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Hawaiian Airlines?
2 of the 15 carriers we track clear Hawaiian Airlines's published 17 × 11 × 9.5 in. The roomiest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small), with 1" to spare on its tightest dimension. The heaviest pet any carrier that clears Hawaiian Airlines is rated for is 15 lb. Full shortlist: /fits/hawaiian/.
Does Hawaiian Airlines require a soft-sided pet carrier?
Yes — Hawaiian Airlines requires a soft-sided carrier in the cabin. Height is what rules carriers out: Hawaiian Airlines publishes 9.5", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Hawaiian Airlines?
1 pet carrier per ticketed guest (may hold 2 puppies/kittens of the same breed, 8 weeks to 6 months old). Species accepted: domestic dogs, cats. Call Hawaiian Reservations (1-800-367-5320) at least 48 hours ahead. No cabin pets on international routes or flights to/from PPG, JFK, BOS, AUS and SLC; health certificate required between Hawaii and North America; State of Hawaii animal-entry rules apply on arrival.