The Sleepypod Air is a versatile, all-in-one travel solution for pets on the go. It’s the largest carrier approved for in-cabin air travel, doubles as a crash-tested car seat, and transforms into a comfortable pet bed wherever your journey takes you. Travel is effortless with multiple carrying options: slide it over your wheeled suitcase handle or use the padded shoulder strap for hands-free convenience.
Designed with anxious travelers in mind, the privacy panel helps create a calm, secure environment, while the machine-washable bedding makes clean-up quick and easy for you.
The latest Air design includes a fourth ventilation window, enhancing airflow and visibility while ensuring full compliance with international airline requirements.
And just like its award-winning predecessor, the innovative design provides the largest amount of space for in-cabin air travel, contracting in size to fit uniquely underneath a range of airline seats. When on the road, in the event of a collision or sudden stop, its PPRS technology prevents a pet from being ejected, while also helping to reduce the damaging forces on the pet. Rigorous testing includes dynamic crash-testing that reflects the standards for child safety restraints. Watch the crash tests:
Sleepypod Air has been independently crash-tested and certified with a top safety rating for pets weighing up to 18 pounds by the Center for Pet Safety. Pets differ in size and shape, just like humans. Check Sleepypod’s sizing guide for more information.
A multifunctional design means fewer things to carry during travels, with the benefit of reducing stress for you and your pet. Ultra Plush bedding ensures a cozy, familiar space during travels. Use Sleepypod Air as a napping space before transitioning to a carrier, car seat, or pet bed away from home. Your pet will travel with less fear and anxiety because it will be traveling in a familiar space.
Eligible for replacement through Sleepypod’s Crash Replacement Program.
Washing instructions:
• Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth.
• Vacuum pet fur from Ultra Plush bedding.
• Separate Ultra Plush from foam padding, machine wash Ultra Plush on a cold, gentle cycle, then line dry.
Dimensions
Carrier dimensions: 16 to 22 (long) x 10.5 (wide) x 10.5 (tall) inches
Interior dimensions: 15 to 21 (long) x 9.5 (wide) x 9.5 (tall) inches
Carrier weight: 4 pounds
Recommended for pets 18 pounds or less
Specifications:
Recommended for pets 18 pounds (8 kg) or less
Exterior dimensions in inches (centimeters): long 16 to 22 (40.64 to 55.88), wide 10.5 (26.67), tall 10.5 (26.67)
Interior dimensions in inches (centimeters): long 15 to 21 (38.1 to 53.34), wide 9.5 (24.13), tall 9.5 (24.13)
Carrier weight with privacy shield in pounds (kilograms): 4.5 (2.04)
Carrier weight with privacy shield and shoulder strap in pounds (kilograms): 4.9 (2.22)
Features
Breathable mesh on four sides accommodates international air travel requirements
Durable rip-stop mesh resists chewing and clawing
Compresses to suit a wide variety of in-cabin, under-seat space restrictions
Hook and loop closures secure the mesh panel for use as a cozy pet den at home and on the road
Top and side entry access
Removable, machine-washable Ultra Plush bedding
A trolley pocket secures Sleepypod Air onto rolling luggage
Adjustable and removable privacy panel blocks visual stressors while enabling airflow
Large zipper pockets on two sides hold essential travel items
Removable safety tether eliminates quick pet escapes at high-stress locations such as the vet’s office
A stiff bottom prevents the pet from sagging when carried and offers a stable base on top of luggage
Removable and adjustable shoulder strap with comfort padding
Padded carry handle
Ergonomic zipper pulls
Luggage-grade, ballistic nylon exterior
Water-repellent interior liner
Pocket below bedding designed to hold an optional electrical Warmer Pad to help keep a pet warmer in cooler environments (see optional accessories below)
How can crash test pets keep humans safer when riding in cars?
Sleepypod Air crash test at U.S. Child Safety Seat Standard FMVSS 213
Carrier dimensions: 16 to 22 (long) x 10.5 (wide) x 10.5 (tall) inches
Interior dimensions: 15 to 21 (long) x 9.5 (wide) x 9.5 (tall) inches
Carrier weight: 4 pounds
Recommended for pets 18 pounds or less
Sleepypod Air$214.99
First-class travel. Certified safety.
The Sleepypod Air is a crash-tested travel carrier engineered for seamless plane and car trips. Its patented design compresses to fit perfectly under airline seats during takeoff, then expands to give your pet room to stretch out. Complete with an ultra-plush lining, it easily doubles as a secure car seat to keep your pet calm and protected anywhere.
Real stories from families who trusted Sleepypod
When safety matters most.
Independently verified by the Center for Pet Safety and recommended by veterinary rehabilitation specialists across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Stopped in traffic on freeway. Someone tried to go into next lane to bypass the stopped traffic and was slammed sideways into us by another car..This was on drivers side where dog was in Sleepypod in back seat. Worked great and Lulu was fine.
LULU'S OWNER
30 MPH
crash-tested
4 stars
CPS certified
20 yrs
field data
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