Choosing a Cabin Pushchair For Air Travel

Traveling with a baby or toddler can be stressful enough. Most airlines allow parents to bring their pushchairs onto planes, provided that the pushchairs meet the size and baggage allowances for cabin baggage.

The best single pushchairs for flying are compact and lightweight. Look for hoods that have UPF 50+ ratings and clever design details to make them easier to use while traveling.

Lightweight

With practicality in mind The Didofy Aster 2 is compact lightweight and easy to fold. It also features flip-flop friendly brakes, puncture-free tyres that are puncture-free and large storage baskets. The UPF 50+ canopy straps with padding, and the large storage baskets all contribute to its comfort. However, the recline function produces a loud sound when it is switched on and requires both hands, which could wake your child who is asleep.

This lightweight cabin-approved buggy is stylish and a great option for travel abroad. It can fit a newborn with the included Newborn Pack or bassinet, which folds on the frame and takes up less space than a traditional carrycot. The seat can face either towards the parent for comfort or away to explore the world.

This compact pushchair features a clever fold. It was awarded a Red Dot award for its stylish design. It's also extremely sturdy and folds to meet the size requirements for luggage that is held by most airlines. The Ergobaby Metro+, unlike other strollers that are small, is not a pop-up pushchair. However, it is a great choice for anyone looking to travel with a light and easy-to-fold buggy on holiday.

Folding is simple

It is important to consider how easy it will be to fold and store a pushchair in the cabin. You should be able to put it in the overhead lockers as hand luggage or in the baggage hold of the plane. You can avoid the possibility of your pushchair being lost during the flight.

The Babyzen Yoyo2 travel buggy is a popular choice with its unique one-handed folding pushchair design and small dimensions. It also has good mobility, a large storage basket and one of the largest canopies on the list. However it's not for everyone and it isn't as sleek as its rivals.

Another popular option is the Joolz Geo2 Travel pushchair. This lightweight stroller can be folded into a compact package that can fit in overhead compartments of the majority of planes. Its one-handed fold makes it great for use on the go and it is a great substitute for the Babyzen Yoyo2. It's also a cheaper option.

The Bugaboo Butterfly is a new addition to the brand's line-up and comes with a variety of innovative features. It's a compact fold and only slightly bigger than other pushchairs for travel. However, it still is within the limits of size set forth by Emirates and BA. It's also suitable for infants using the carrycot or bassinet that is available.

This pushchair is more difficult to fold than other models from the UPPAbaby line. The button-and-ring mechanism is tricky and requires practice to master. However, it offers a smooth, quick and compact umbrella fold, as well as a handy shoulder strap to make carrying it easy.

While there are many options to fold and transport the cabin pushchair, it's always best to check airline rules before making a booking for your flight. Airlines will typically require that your child's pushchair meets the requirements for storage in the hold. These specifications could include a maximum length of 56cm, a width of 45cm and depth of 25cm. If your stroller does not meet the specifications then it may be required that you store it in the hold during your flight.

Easy to transport

When selecting a pushchair for travel, look for one that can be easily folded and transported. A pushchair that is approved for cabin use should fit within the airline's hand luggage requirements, and can be stored in the overhead lockers, or placed in the hold for the duration of the flight. These types of pushchairs tend to be less expensive than prams and can be easily disassembled by baggage handlers of the airline after the plane lands.

Many airlines allow passengers to bring a stroller with a cabin-approved label to the plane for free, as long as the stroller meets certain weight and size restrictions. The Babyzen Yoyo2 travel buggy is an excellent example of a travel stroll that meets these standards and can fold down to a compact size. It comes with a seat inlay and carry strap to make it easy for transport. The pushchair can also be used as a newborn stroller with the addition of a baby pack or bassinet.

A light buggy like the Bugaboo Butterfly City Pushchair, is another option. Its innovative design allows it to be folded and unfolded in a matter of seconds. It also weighs only 7.3 kg. Its small footprint means it can be easily stored in the trunk of a car and its compact fold mechanism that is one-handed is ideal for travel with a toddler.

If you prefer to avoid the hassle of putting an infant stroller in the carry and need to carry it in a baby carrier backpack instead on your trip. You can keep your hands free to go through the passport control process and baggage collection and let your child take in the sights as you explore.

There are many airlines that have strict rules regarding the dimensions and size of pushchairs they allow in their cabins. If a pushchair is too large to meet these requirements it will be placed in the hold throughout the flight and won't be accessible until you reach your destination. It is recommended to secure your pushchair for travel by wrapping it in plastic wrap or bubble wrap and using cable ties to secure the handles. You can also remove any accessories, such as bumper bars or cup holders, to prevent them from getting lost or damaged on the way to and from the airport.

Easy to store

The Ergobaby Metro+ is a great choice for parents who are looking to purchase a cabin pushchair for their children on a budget. It is a light, slimline buggy that folds down to an extremely compact size. It can be tucked away in the overhead storage spaces in the cabin. It comes with a huge SPF hood that is perfect for a day at the beach. It doesn't recline as smoothly as other buggies. This means it is more well-suited to smooth terrain rather than rough surfaces.

The BabyZen Yoyo 2 is another popular choice because it is lightweight and compact pushchair robust. It is easy to use and can be used from birth, with a newborn backpack or bassinet (both sold separately). The seat unit is folded onto the frame and has one of the largest storage baskets in this price range. It comes with a padded handlebar that is not adjustable however it is an ideal size for both tall and short adults.

Wrap your pushchair in bubble wrap or foam if you decide to put it in the hold. You can also use cable ties to fix the handlebars to stop any loose parts from falling off during transit.