Choosing a Cabin Pushchair For Air Travel
Traveling with a baby or toddler can be stressful enough. Fortunately, many airlines permit parents to take their pushchairs with them on planes as they meet the baggage size and weight restrictions.
The most efficient single pushchairs to fly with are light and compact. Look for hoods that have UPF 50+ ratings and clever design features to make them more comfortable to use when on the move.
Lightweight
The Didofy Aster 2 was designed to be practical and is small light, easy to fold. It also has flip-flop friendly brakes, puncture-free tires and large storage baskets. The UPF 50+ canopy, padded straps and large storage baskets all contribute to the comfort. However, the recline mechanism makes a loud noise when it is turned on and requires both hands, which could wake up your child who is asleep.
This lightweight cabin-approved buggy is stylish and a versatile option for trips abroad. It can accommodate infants with the included Newborn Pack or bassinet, which folds on the frame and takes up less space than a traditional carrycot. The seat can be placed towards the parent to provide reassurance or away to explore the world.
This pushchair has a smart compact fold. It has also won the Red Dot product design award for its elegant design. It's also extremely durable and folds to meet the size requirements of most airlines for luggage that is held. The Ergobaby Metro+, unlike other small travel strollers it is not a pop-up pushchair. However, it is an excellent choice for anyone looking to take a light and easy-to-fold buggy on holiday.
Folding is easy
It's important to think about how easy it will be to fold and store a cabin pushchair. You need to be able to easily fit it into overhead lockers as hand luggage or in the hold of the plane. This will help you avoid the risk of losing your pushchair during the flight.
The Babyzen Yoyo2 is a popular travel buggy with a clever fold that can be folded with one hand and small dimensions. It has a big storage basket, great maneuverability and one of the biggest canopies in the list. However, the design is not for everyone, and it isn't as elegant as some of its competitors.
The Joolz Geo2 Travel is another popular option. The lightweight stroller can be folded down into a compact package that can fit in overhead compartments of most planes. Its easy one-handed unfolding makes it ideal for use travel and is an excellent alternative to the Babyzen Yoyo2. It is also much cheaper.
The Bugaboo Butterfly, a new product from Bugaboo's line-up comes with a variety of smart features. It's a slim fold and is only slightly larger than other travel pushchairs. It still falls within the dimensions that are set by Emirates and BA. It's also suitable for newborns with the optional carrycot or bassinet.
This pushchair is more difficult to fold than other models in the UPPAbaby line. The button-and-ring mechanism can be finicky and requires patience to master. However, it does offer smooth, fast and compact umbrella fold as well as an ideal shoulder strap for easy carrying.
There are a variety of options for folding and transporting an in-cabin
rear facing pushchair, it's always best to verify the rules of your airline prior to booking your flight. Airlines typically require that your pushchair meets their specifications for storage in the hold. These specifications could include a maximum length of 56cm, a width of 45cm, and a depth of 25cm. If your
Pushchair for Public transport does not meet the requirements it could be required to keep it in the hold during your flight.
Easy to transport
When you are choosing a stroller for air travel Look for one that can be easily folded and transported. A cabin-approved stroller is required to fit into the airline's hand baggage requirements and can either be stored in overhead lockers or the hold during the flight. These kinds of pushchairs are usually less expensive than prams, and can be easily disassembled by the airline's baggage handlers after the plane lands.
The majority of airlines allow passengers to take a pushchair with a cabin-approved label on board for free, as long as it meets certain size and weight restrictions. The Babyzen Yoyo2 travel buggy is a good example of a stroller that meets these criteria and can fold down to a small size. It also comes with the carry strap as well as a seat inlay for easy transportation. This pushchair also reclines flat, so it can be used by newborns with the addition of an exclusive Newborn Pack or bassinet.
Another option is a light buggy such as the Bugaboo Butterfly City Pushchair. Its clever design allows it to fold and unfold in a matter of seconds. It also weighs 7.3 kg. Its small footprint means it can be easily tucked away in the trunk of a car and its compact single-handed folding mechanism makes it perfect for traveling with a child.
If you prefer to avoid the hassle of putting a pushchair in the hold, then consider taking a baby carrier backpack with you on your next trip instead. You can keep your hands free to handle the passport control process and baggage collection and let your child see the sights as you explore.
Many airlines have strict rules on the size and dimensions of pushchairs that they will allow in their cabins. If the pushchair is too big to meet these requirements the item will be placed in the hold for the entire flight and will not be available until you arrive at the destination you're looking for. It's worth trying to protect your stroller for travel by wrapping it in plastic wrap or bubble wrap and using cable ties to secure the handles. You can also take off any other accessories, like bumper bars or cup holders, to avoid them getting damaged or lost while travel to and from airports.
Easy to store
The Ergobaby metro+ is a great choice for parents looking to purchase an indoor pushchair at affordable prices. It is a slim, lightweight buggy that folds to a compact size. It can be stored in overhead storage spaces in the cabin. It comes with a large SPF hood that is perfect for a beach vacation. However, it isn't as flat as some other buggies. This means that it is more suited to smooth surfaces than rough ones.
The BabyZen Yoyo 2 is another popular option as it is light and sturdy. It is simple to use and can be used in conjunction with the bassinet or the newborn backpack (both sold separately). The seat can be folded onto the frame and it comes with one of the biggest storage baskets available in this price range. It comes with a padded handlebar that's not adjustable, but it is a great size for both tall and short adults.
If you decide to put your pushchair with you in the hold, be sure to wrap it in bubble wrap or foam to safeguard it. You can also use cable ties to fix the handlebars to prevent loose parts from falling off during transit.
