What Happens When 3 Kittens Board 10-Hour Flight to the US

With the holiday season in full swing, many pet owners are left with a decision to make—to fly or not to fly with a pet. And one couple has made flying with fur babies look like a breeze.

This couple, known on TikTok as @ian.and.ana, took a 10-hour flight from Europe to the United States with not one, not two, but three kittens.

The kittens were able to sleep for part of the flight, but a majority of it was spent playing, feeding, and helping them during their bathroom breaks.

While it might be stressful for these cat parents, it sure as heck brought a smile for the rest of the passengers.

The November 20 TikTok clip quickly went viral, racking in over 2.7 million views and 219,000 likes. A majority of viewers fell in love, sharing that they would've been over the moon if they saw kittens on their flight.

"The little girl had the best flight of her life. Seriously, kittens could work well as therapy for fear of flying," commented one user.

Another person added: "Ooooh kitties on a plane - that would have made my day!!!"

But others were concerned the smell from those bathroom breaks probably wasn't so great for the other passengers and that letting the cats out might've triggered people's allergies.

"I travel with my cat with a portable litter box and I ALWAYS take her to the bathroom on the plane to use it out of respect for passengers," said a viewer.

Cat Travel Tips

Owners should prepare as much as possible to ensure a smoother travel experience even before setting foot on a plane or starting up the car.

First things first, always check with your airline about the rules and regulations when it comes to flying with felines. And if going internationally, see what your destination will require for entry, such as vaccinations and health certificates.

PetMD recommends gathering the following, pre-departure: cat carrier, any medications, cleaning supplies, litter box, and toys or blankets. The article also recommends chatting with your vet prior to leaving, especially if you have an anxious cat. That way, you will have medications to help ease their travel stress.

And, as always, make sure your cat has proper identification whether that is from a microchip or a collar with an ID tag. This will aid in your cat getting returned if they are ever separated.

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