Most pet shipping projects cost between $200 and $2,000 per trip, with a typical price near $800. Prices vary by state and city, so the range below is a planning guide rather than a quote.
Typical pet shipping cost
$200 – $2,000
per trip · typical $800
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Pet shipping cost breakdown
- Ground transport (local, 50 mi)$100 – $300typical $200
- Ground transport (interstate)$500 – $2,000typical $1,000
- Air freight (domestic)$500 – $3,000typical $1,500
What Pet Transport costs
Pet transport services range from $200–$2,000 for ground transport, and $500–$5,000 for air freight. Costs depend on distance, pet size, and door-to-door service. Includes crates, permits, and handling.
Costs by state
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to transport a pet?
Ground transport runs $200–$2,000, while air shipping is $500–$5,000. Costs vary by distance, pet size, and service level. Door-to-door is pricier.
What affects pet transport pricing?
Distance, mode (ground/air), pet size, and required permits. Crates, vet health certificates, and fuel surcharges add up. Peak seasons increase cost.
How can I reduce pet transport costs?
Book in advance, choose ground over air, and get multiple quotes. Also, consider shared transport services for lower cost.