(information is being updated as received)
Continental Airlines is
offering discounted airfare for NCBS attendees traveling to Chicago.
Valid travel dates are from November 14-26, 2008. You may book online through
Continental Airlines at http://www.continental.com
and enter your offer code ZEB8AYEJT5 in Offer Code Box when searching for your
flights, or toll free at (800) 468-7022. Reference Agreement Code: AYEJT5 and Z Code:
ZBAR8. A $10.00 booking fee
will be charged for all reservations made by telephone.
Continental Airlines will only allow two pets per flight. This includes all animals. Reservations for birds must be made in advance, preferably at the time of passenger booking. Only birds in carriers that fit under the seat are allowed. Continental does not require a health certificate for birds traveling in the cabin. The charge is $160 round trip ($80 each way). All exhibitors should check the Continental Airlines web-site for rules and regulations regarding shipments of birds prior to making reservations and at time of shipment for any changes: http://www.continental.com/travel/policies/animals/default.asp
Delta Airlines is the most bird-friendly airline for traveling with birds in the cabin. However, they do have rules and regulations that must be followed including a limitation on the number of animals (including birds) that will be allowed in their flights. Prior reservations are required but not health certificates. The cost is $50 each way. Information can be found at http://www.delta.com/planning_reservations/special_travel_needs/pet_travel_information/index.jsp
United Airlines is a very difficult airline to work with when it comes to birds in the cabin. They only permit canaries, finches and parakeets NO PARROTS, COCKATIELS, LOVE BIRDS or other types of birds are allowed. They also severely limit the number of birds PER PERSON to 2 and require advanced reservations for the bird. United charges $80 each way for pets. Information can be found http://www.united.com/page/article/0,6722,51255,00.html
Continental Airlines –
Quick Pak
is the expedited service for shipping live animals. Birds are carried on and off
the plane by the airline. The cost is $90 each way for a 50 pound crate
or less. Continental may charge an additional $20 fuel surcharge. No health
certificate is required unless the exhibitor wishes to insure the birds or if
they are international shipments. Departing city airports need to be consulted
for drop off requirements such as time and location. Space may be limited so
reservations should be made in as much advance as possible. 24 hour toll free
numbers for reservations or tracking animal shipments are 1-800-575-3335 or
281-553-5052.
Cargo Continental's PetSafe program will allow birds traveling as checked baggage. Reservations and tracking are made at 1-800-575-3335 or 281-553-5052. Rates are subject to weight. Birds must arrive at airport at least 2 hours prior to departure. Weather conditions constantly monitored at all points Birds will receive personal handling in climate-controlled vehicles for connections over Continental's hubs when the animal will be exposed to temperatures above 85°F (29.5°C) degrees for more than 45 minutes. No health certificate is required unless the exhibitor wishes to insure the birds or if they are international shipments.
Air Cargo - Delta Pet First is designed to address the special needs of all warm-blooded animals shipped without their owner. The following are some guidelines and benefits for our Delta Pet First customers: Your pet will travel from origin to destination with the same priority as Delta DASH shipments. See Pet Shipping Rates for more information. We recommend that you pre-book all arrangements prior to arrival at the origin facility by calling Pet First at 1-888-SEND-PET (888-736-3738). You will be able to pre-book a maximum of 7 days in advance and a minimum of 1 day of the desired flight. Upon arrival in the destination city, pets will be delivered to the Delta cargo facility within 60 minutes.