Details on Dog Charter Flights Coming to New York

Forget crates or service dog certifications, a new service coming to New York will let you fly with nearly any canine right next to you in the cabin.

BarkBox, one of the original subscription services for dog owners, is launching a new endeavor with one specific mission: to let humans bring their best furry friends with them on their next cross-country flight without crating them in a storage hold. Here's how it works.

BarkAir, a new dog-friendly charter service, has begun offering flights out of Westchester, NY (BarkAir)

BarkAir Launching Charter Flights for Dogs in New York State

The project, called BarkAir, will launch with flights departing from White Plains, NY to either Los Angeles or London. Each flight has a limit of 10 dogs (and their owners) and are operated as a private charter service, which is reflected in the price.

BarkAir says they know their mission sounds like a joke to non-dog owners... but they're 100% serious (BarkAir)

BarkAir Flight Options for Dogs from White Plains, NY

Beginning on May 23rd, flights from New York to Los Angeles will start at $6,000 for one dog and one human, and flights from New York to London begin at $8,000. While the prices reflect the small flight sizes (BarkAir has partnered with charter service Talon Air, which provides the planes, pilots, and insurance), founders share that their vision for the future includes lower prices.

BarkAir will fly from Westchester County Airport in White Plains, NY (google/BarkAir)

Long-Term Scaling Plans for BarkAir in New York

Scaling the project to larger planes and more passengers can eventually lower prices, says an answer on BarkAir's FAQ page. For now, however, the prohibitive price may make these flights an option only for travelers who were already considering private flights.

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If money is no object, however, Hudson Valley mansion owners may delight in the new "airline". The cabins are optimized for dog-friendliness (think calming music and "warm lavender scented refreshment towels") and BarkAir even provides complimentary transportation for passengers after they land.

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The pet industry, which is already valued at more than $300 billion, is projected to grow to nearly $500 billion by 2030. While more budget-minded pet owners may focus on the simpler (and cheaper) things in their pets' lives like the best local dog park, millionaires have pets too... and they're ready to take flight.