Choosing a Cabin Pushchair For Air Travel

Traveling with a baby or toddler can be stressful enough. The majority of airlines allow parents to bring their pushchairs onto planes, as long as the pushchairs meet the size and weight restrictions for cabin baggage.

The most effective single pushchairs for flying with are compact and lightweight. Look for hoods with a UPF 50+ rating and clever design features to make them more comfortable to use when moving around.

Lightweight

The Didofy Aster 2 was designed with practicality and is compact, lightweight, and easy to fold. It also features flip-flop friendly brakes, puncture-free tires and large storage baskets. The UPF 50+ canopy straps with padding, and the large storage baskets all contribute to the comfort. The recline mechanism is noisy and requires two hands to operate. This could wake your child.

This lightweight, cabin-approved stroller is a stylish and versatile option for holidays abroad. It can accommodate a newborn with the included Newborn Pack or bassinet, which folds onto the frame and occupies less space than a traditional carrycot. The seat can face either towards the parent for comfort or away to explore the world.

The pushchair is smart with a, compact fold and was awarded an award of Red Dot product design award for its sleek design. It's also quite sturdy and folds down to meet the dimensions of many airlines to carry hold luggage. The Ergobaby Metro+, unlike some other small travel strollers are not a pop-up pushchair. However, it is an excellent choice for those who want to take a lightweight and compact stroller to travel with on holiday.

Easy to fold

When choosing a cabin pushchair it is important to think about the ease with which it can fold and to store. You need to be able to easily fit it into the overhead lockers as hand luggage or in the cabin hold of the aircraft. You'll avoid the chance of losing your child's pushchair during the flight.

The Babyzen Yoyo2 travel buggy is an option that is popular due to its unique one-handed folding design and smaller dimensions. It has a big storage basket, excellent maneuverability, and one of the largest canopies on the market. However, the design is not for everyone, and it doesn't look as elegant as its rivals.

Another option that is popular is the Joolz Geo2 Travel pushchair buggy. This stroller is lightweight and folds into a compact package that can be tucked away in the overhead compartments of most planes. Its simple one-handed fold is ideal for those on the go and is a great alternative to the Babyzen Yoyo2. It's also less expensive.

The Bugaboo Butterfly, a new addition to Bugaboo's product line-up comes with a variety of innovative features. It's a slim fold, and is only slightly larger than other travel pushchairs. It still falls within the dimensions set forth by Emirates and BA. It is suitable for babies with the carrycot or bassinet that is available.

This egg pushchair is not as simple to fold as other models in the UPPAbaby lineup. The button-and-ring mechanism can be difficult to master and takes a lot of some practice before you can get it right. It does have a compact, smooth and quick umbrella fold and an adjustable shoulder strap for comfortable carry.

There are many ways to fold and transport a cabin pushchair. However, it is best to check the airline's rules before making a booking for an airline ticket. Airlines will typically require that your child's pushchair meets their specifications for storage in the hold. This may include a maximum width of 56cm, a width of 45cm and a depth of 25cm. If your pushchair isn't compliant with the requirements you could be required to store it in the hold for the duration of your flight.

Easy to transport

When choosing a pushchair for air travel Look for one that can be easily folded and carried. A stroller that is approved for cabin travel is required to fit in the airline's hand baggage requirements and is able to be kept in overhead lockers or in the hold during the flight. These kinds of pushchairs tend to be less expensive than prams, and they can be easily disassembled by the airline's baggage handlers after the plane lands.

Most airlines allow you to take a cabin-approved pushchair on board for free as the pushchair has certain weight and size restrictions. The Babyzen Yoyo2 is a great example of a travel-friendly buggy that is in line with these requirements and folds down to a compact size. It also has a carry strap and seat inlay for easy 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 an alternative. Its clever design lets it be folded and unfolded in a matter of seconds. It weighs just 7.3 kg. Its small footprint means that it can be easily tucked away in the trunk of a car and its small single-handed folding mechanism makes it perfect for traveling with a toddler.

If you'd rather avoid the hassle of putting your pushchair in the hold and need to carry it in a baby carrier backpack with you on your next trip instead. This will give you hands free to walk to the passport control and baggage collection, and your child will be able to take in the sights of your destination while you explore.

Many airlines have strict rules regarding the dimensions and size of pushchairs that they will allow in their cabins. If the pushchair is too big to meet these standards it will be placed in the hold for the duration of the flight and will not be accessible until you reach your final destination. You can shield your stroller by wrapping it in bubble wrap or plastic wrap and then using cable ties to secure the handles. You can also take off any extra accessories, like bumper bars or cup holders to prevent them from getting damaged or lost while travel to and from airports.

Easy to store

The Ergobaby Metro+ is a fantastic choice for parents who want to purchase a cabin pushchair on a budget. It is a lightweight compact buggy that folds down to the size of a suitcase and can fit in overhead cabin storage. It has a large SPF sun hood, which is ideal for vacations at the beach. It doesn't recline as smoothly as other buggies. This means it is more suitable for smooth terrain than rough surfaces.

The BabyZen Yoyo 2 has also proven to be a popular choice since it is light and robust. It is simple to use, and is compatible with the bassinet or the newborn backpack (both sold separately). The seat is foldable on the frame, and has the largest storage basket in this price range. It comes with a padded handlebar that's not adjustable, but 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 storage. You could also think about using cable tie to secure the handlebars to prevent any loose parts from falling off during transport.