Best Strollers for Travel: Tried and Tested
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The Best Travel Strollers Tried & Tested by Parents
Have a flight coming up with a baby or toddler? I’ve been there! I’m Carrie, a parent of two and a former flight attendant . I’ve experienced the stress of hauling strollers and pushchairs through airports and navigating long-haul flights. After many trips (and a lot of trial and error), I’ve tried out several strollers, so I get how important it is to find the right one for for your trip. Whether you need one that fits in an overhead bin, reclines fully for naps, or works on cobbled streets, I’ve got you covered with real world pros and cons.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through the travel strollers that I and other parents have used and our experiences with them – complete with pros and cons. Here are our honest and detailed reviews.
In a hurry? These are the best strollers we found, depending on your circumstances.
Good to Know:
- When you’re choosing a stroller for your trip, you will likely want something lightweight, durable, and easy to maneuver. Something easy to fold and arrow was important for me, for navigating tight airplane aisles or when folding it down whilst holding a wriggly baby.
- We liked the Mountain Buggy and Uppa Baby Mini as they felt solid enough for every day use as well as travel, and the price was reasonable considering all the features. The GB pockit, although small, just feels too filmsy for everyday use and the zero recline was a no for us.
- Budget wise, you can’t beat the Summer Infant 3D but it does have limitations such as bulkier, harder to use.
- Ones we loved the most are the Yoyo and Bugaboo Butterfly: Compact and sleek and SO convenient for travel. The downside – they are the higher price point but market leaders for a reason. Another one we rated was the was Joolz Aer.
The Stroller Comparison Spreadsheet (best viewed on a laptop for ease) or try here for a fullsize view
The following travel-friendly pushchair options are some of the most popular with our readers, with a strong emphasis on being light and portable. They don’t have all the features that you would expect from a travel system, however some are very close!
The most popular picks
| Name | Image | Weight | Single fold | Reclines | Fits as cabin baggage? Folded Size | More info |
| Mamazing US only 9/10 |  | 9.9lbs | Yes | yes | Yes | See on Amazon |
| gb Pockit+ All City 8.6/10 |  | 12.5lbs/5.7kgs | No | Yes | Yes L19 xW 33 x H48cm (7.5 x 13 x19″) | See price on Amazon or Walmart |
| BABYZEN YOYO2 Stroller 9.2/10 |  | 13lbs/6.2kg | No (however easy to fold / unfold) | Yes | Yes 52 x 44 x 18 cm / 20.5 x 17.3 x 7.1 in | Latest price here |
| Mountain Buggy Nano 7.5/10 |  | 13 pounds/ 6.2kg | No | Yes | Yes 12 x 22 x 20 in | See price on Amazon or Walmart |
| Summer 3Dlite 6.7/10 |  | 13lbs/6.2kg | No | Yes | No 11.5”W x 12.5”H x 42.75”D/20.5 cm x1 25.5 cm x 101.5 cm | See price on Amazon or Walmart |
| Joolz Aer+ 8.8/10 |  | 13.4 lbs/6.07kg | Yes | Yes | Yes L: 21 in x W: 17.7 in x H: 8.5 in L (53.5 cm x W 45 cm, H21.5 cm) | See on Joolz |
| Baby Jogger City Tour 2 8.7/10 |  | 14lbs/6.5kgs | Yes | Yes | Fits some. 59.5cm x 49.5cm x 9cm (21.6″ X16.9″ X 6.8″ | See price on Amazon or Walmart |
| Baby Joy Lightweight Stroller 5.8/10 |  | 15lbs/7kg | No | Yes – 3 seating modes including 150 degree recline | Yes 20″ x 10″ x 28.5″ | See price on Amazon or Walmart |
| Silver Cross Jet 5 7.3/10 |  | 15.87 pounds/7kg | No | Yes | Yes L25cm W37cm H60cm | See price on Amazon or Silver cross |
| Uppa Baby Minu 7.3/10 |  | 17lbs/7.7kgs | Yes | Yes For 6m+ | Yes 20.5 x23 x13″ (52.1 x 58.4 x 3 cm | Latest price here |
| Bugaboo Butterfly 8.8/10 |  | 16.09 lbs/7.3 kg/ | Yes | Yes | Yes 45 x 23 x 54 cm/17.72 x 9.06 x 21.26 “ | Latest price here |
| Ergobaby Metro+ |  | 7.8kg/14.9 lbs | Not quite | Yes | Yes.54 x 44 x 25cm/ 21.26 x 17.2″ x 9.84″ | Latest prices see here. |
| Baby Jogger City Mini 8.5/10 |  | 17.8 lbs/8kgs | Yes | Yes | Only some 25cm x 61cm x 78.5cm. | See price on Amazon or Walmart |
| Zoe Double Stroller 8.8/10 |  | 16lbs/7.3kgs | Yes | Yes | No | Latest price here |
| Joovy Kooper X2 Double Stroller 7.3/10 |  | 28lbs/12.5kgs | No | Yes | No | See price on Amazon or Walmart |
| Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 8.4/10 |  | 31.8 lbs/14.4kgs | Yes | Yes | No | See price on Amazon or Walmart |
Reviews of the Best Travel Strollers for 2025
In order of compactness and weight.
Pockit + All City
The Pockit + All City version is light at 12.5lbs/5.7kgs
Folds up really compactly L19 xW 33 x H48cm (7.5 x 13 x19″) .
Suitable for 9 – 17 kg/From 6 months up to approx. 4 years.
A reader of ours reports back that, “It is extremely lightweight – so you can not hang a bag over the handles and it’s one of the best compact strollers making it great for family travel”
It is SUPER easy to unfold; just unclip and shake open and it’s ready to go. The front wheels have a little suspension making it more comfortable than the All Terrain.
(In comparison the All Terrrain model is a little more complicated: Once you the Terrain up, you need to unfold the back wheels and unlock the front wheels and then push the two white buttons in the handle to pull and lengthen the frame into position.)
Folding the All City up is just as easy as unfolding, and takes seconds. It is one of the strollers that fits in an overhead compartment and it will even fit under the seat.
A useful thing to know is that it works with any CYBEX infant car seat using the included adapters and the shopping basket, whilst small, has an 11lb capacity. This version also reclines.
Pros
Can be used as cabin baggage.
Really easy to fold /unfold.
Adjustable seatback with multiple recline positions for comfort.
Cons
Only suitable for babies aged 6 months plus.
Sun canopy does not offer a great deal of protection but a bit more than its predecessor.
Yoyo2
• It weighs in at a very light 13lbs/6.2kg in the 6+ version, 6.6 kg (14.5 lbs) with the newborn pack or 8.1 kg (17.8 lbs) with the bassinet and fits in airline overhead bins.
• This pushchair can be used in parent-facing mode from birth and front facing from 6+ months up until 22 kg (48.5 lbs)
• Dimensions when folded: 52 x 44 x 18 cm / 20.5 x 17.3 x 7.1 in
The YoYo is consistently rated highly as the best lightweight travel stroller due many of its specifications and additional features.
These include a storage bag and a shoulder strap so you can easily carry the BabyZen on board a plane. It’s narrow enough to fit in most airplane aisles and will easily fit into the hat rack.
Out and about, we found this compact stroller feels sturdy and is often used as a daily stroller because of all the practical features; including multi recline, a sun canopy, rain cover and generous under seat storage. The Basket supports up to 5 kg (11 lbs)
Although the pushchair is on the pricey end of the market – it just may be your most used bit of baby kit. Particularly if it is used daily and used for travel, then it may save you from buying a separate travel buggy.
Another bonus is it can handle cobbled stones, at least on a temporary basis. Yes, it is best for flat surfaces so there were a few bumps, but when I trialled it, the YoYo managed them surprisingly well, despite not being built for this.
For long term use on cobbled streets, I think you will need something with more suitable wheels for a more comfortable ride.
I have also seen it consistently recommended by parents when anyone asks them what the best travel stroller is.
This travel stroller is suitable for babies aged over 6 months, but you can buy a newborn pack as an additional feature to make it a lie flat stroller.
Good to know: This pushchair can be used in parent-facing mode from birth and front facing from 6+ months up until 22 kg (48.5 lbs)
Whats included: YOYO2 Stroller includes a frame, 5-point harness, multi-position reclining backrest, canopy extensions, shoulder strap, protective storage bag & seat cushion & matching canopy.
Car seat compatibility: The YOYO car seat adaptors are designed especially for YOYO2 frame and are compatible with YOYO car seat by BeSafe®, iZiGo Modular X1 i-Size, Maxi Cosi Pebble Pro, Cybex Aton Q, Cybex Cloud Z car seats only.
Pros
Fits most <strong>cabins</strong>
Near flat recline (for ages 6m +)
Good sized canopy
Cons
Quite pricey
See the Yoyo2 in action here
Mountain Buggy Nano
• Suitable for up to 20kgs/44 lbs/4 year old
• Dimensions when folded: 12 x 22 x 20 inches
• Weight of stroller: 13lbs/6kg
This lightweight stroller has a full-size, padded seat with an adjustable leg rest and multi-position recline. It comes with a carry handle and shoulder strap.
The seat can almost go into a lie-flat mode, making it one of the best reclining strollers for travel. There is a newborn cocoon available as an extra.
Like the BabyZen YoYo 2, this compact stroller comes with a carry handle and carry strap plus a travel bag. For most airline hand baggage rules, the Nano is too big to be considered as hand luggage, despite it being very compact.
The rain cover does need to be bought separately. It cannot fold one handed but feels sturdy. It’s travel system ready with universal car seat adaptors included to easily attach an infant car seat.
What other readers say,
“We would be lost without our Mountain Buggy Nano. It has been on almost 50 flights in 18 months and is still in the best condition. Great recline too.”
Pros
Can be pushed one-handed easily.
Fits into some overhead storage compartments
Good recline
Cons
Cannot fold with one hand.
Handlebar is non adjustable.
Rain cover etc costs extra
Summer 3D Lite
• This is a popular mid way budget lightweight stroller for travel and weight 13lbs/6.2kg
• Folded Dimensions: 11.5”W x 12.5”H x 42.75”D/20.5 cm x1 25.5 cm x 101.5 cm
Max capacity: 50lbs/22.6kg
An appealing feature is it reclines to a nearly flat position and is easy to manoeuvre on flat surfaces – it can be clunky on cobblestones. However, the manufacturer states the minimum age is 6 months and above.
A carry strap and compact fold helps make it easy to transport. It can be used until your little one reaches 50lbs/22.6kg – making it a good lightweight stroller for toddlers and beyond.
The sun protection is average, but the pop out bit offers more than other budget strollers.
Additionally, a Cozigo or Snoozeshade can easily be attached to offer more protection, so this is not a deal breaker.
What other readers say;
“Portable, lightweight and pretty sturdy during our trip. We used it extensively on cobbled Italian roads, smooth US roads and Mexican roads as well.”
Pros
Price
Near flat recline (for ages 6m +)
Variety of storage, cup holder, pocket etc
Provides more shade than cheaper umbrella strollers
Cons
Legs can dangle if child is tall
Not great on sand
Only available in USA
See the Summer 3D lite in action here.
Joolz Aer+
• This pram is lightweight at 13.4 lbs/6.07kg and fits in airline overhead bins.
• The reclinable seat gives ultimate neck & back support and can carry up to 49lbs/22kgs.
• Dimensions when folded: L: 21 in x W: 17.7 in x H: 8.5 in/L 53.5 cm
x W 45 cm, H21.5 cm
FOR USA AND AUSTRALIA: The buggy is suitable for children that can sit unaided, (usually after 6 months old, but in addition you can purchase the AER+ carrycot on the stroller and then it is suitable for newborns.) For UK and EU markets the stroller can be used from newborn as it has an additional recline option to flat .
We took the Joolz Aer+ on holiday to Greece. We did a lot of research beforehand and felt this pram was the best on the market for our travel and daily needs. We were not disappointed and really couldn’t fault it. The stroller comes with a useful shoulder strap, carry bag and raincover.
Ease of folding/unfolding – this is so easy. It can be done one-handed whilst holding the baby which is so handy. You simply push two buttons together on the handle and it collapses / unfolds, even with accessories like the bumper bar attached.
Recline – this was excellent and provided a comfortable place for many naps on the go. We also liked the upright position. Our baby was really happy in it. My only gripe would be the break is harder to reach with the full recline.
Hood – the hood comes down so far over the baby, so only his feet were sticking out – this was a big plus point for us and not having to worry about the sun being on him and also helped with providing a dark space for naps.
Storage – this is really good, considering the size of the pram. You can easily fit a coat, carrier, handbag.
Handling – we were really happy with the handling. It felt really smooth to push around. That said, we were mostly pushing it on paths or inside.
Style- we liked how stylish it looked, which isn’t the primary reason you buy a pram, but is just an added bonus.
Compatible with Infant Car Seat: Nuna Pipa, Nuna Pipa RX, Nuna Pipa Lite, Nuna Pipa Lite R, Nuna Pipa Lite LX, Maxi Cosi Pebble, Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus, Maxi Cosi Pebble Pro, Maxi Cosi Coral, Cybex Cloud Q, Cybex Cloud Q plus, Cybex Cloud Z, Cybex Aton Q i-size, Cybex Aton 3, Cybex Aton 4, Cybex Aton 5, Joolz iZi Go, Joolz iZi Go Modular by BeSafe, Joolz iZi Go Modular X1 by BeSafe, Besafe iZi Go Modular, Besafe iZi Go X1, Clek Liing, Joie i-gemm, Avionaut Pixel
Dimensions unfolded L: 32.7 in x W: 17.7 in x H: 41.5 in
Pros
Fits most cabins
Easy to fold and unfold
Good sized canopy
Reclinable (for ages 6m+) and flat for newborns if in UK or EU
Cons
Forward facing only
Footrest & bumper are extra
Price. It is one of the most expensive options.
Baby Jogger City Tour
•Weight: 14lbs/6.5kgs
•Folded: 59.5cm x 49.5cm x 9cm 21.6″ X16.9″ X 6.8″)
•Age suitable for: Up to 45lbs/22kg
Another incredibly popular stroller, one that ALWAYS comes up on Disney World and Disneyland posts as well as my Flying With A Baby Facebook page.
The Baby Jogger City Tour 2 is heavier than the ones mentioned above, (It’s slightly bigger than than the Joolz Aer+ ) but like the Joolz it’s versatile from birth ( if you purchase the carry cot) to older toddler, and is compatible with car seats.
One hand fold, multiple recline positions, a UV extendable hood, swivel wheels make it a great all rounder.
It fits in with some airline cabin baggage allowances, such as JetBlue, Turkish Airlines etc but is otherwise generally over these requirements.
What’s included: Pushchair, wheels and carry bag
Compatible car seats: Baby Jogger city GO i-Size (R129), Graco Snugride (R44), Graco Snugride i-Size (R129), Britax Baby-Safe i-Size, Cybex Aton Q i-Size, Cybex Cloud Q, Cybex Aton Q, Cybex Aton Q+, Cybex Aton, Cybex Aton 5, Cybex Aton M, Cybex Aton 3s, Cybex Aton M i-Size, Cybex Cloud Z i-Size, Maxi-Cosi Cabriofix, Maxi-Cosi Pebble, Maxi-Cosi Pebble Plus (i-Size), Maxi-Cosi Rock, Joie i-Gemm (i-Size), Joie Gemm R44, Joie i-Level, Nuna Pipa Icon (i-Size), BeSafe iZi GO Modular, BeSafe iZi GO, BeSafe iZi GO Modular i-Size.
Pros
Easy to use and steer
One handed fold
Cons
Doesn't fit all airlines as cabin size
Rain cover not included
Handlebar doesn't adjust
Needs the carry cot if from birth.
Baby Joy
• Suitable for up to 50 lbs/22.6kg -for 6-36 months babies and toddlers.
• Dimensions when folded: 20″ x 10″ x 28.5″ (L x W x H)
• Weight of stroller: 15 lbs/
The Baby Joy is a great option if you are looking for a budget and small. It comes with a sturdy bag for convenient carrying, making it a backpack pushchair. It doesn’t recline fully but 150 degrees is close and it has 3 seating modes. Although our tester thought it didn’t look too comfortable when her little one was trying to sit up straight.
The Baby Joy is so small in measurements that it meets most airline cabin baggage rules when folded.
Pros
Easy to use
Fits into overhead compartments
Good recline
Cons
Only for 6m+
Only forward facing
Canopy lacks coverage
Silver Cross Jet 5
•This pushchair can be used in parent-facing mode from birth and front facing from 6+ months up until 22 kg (48.5 lbs)
• Dimensions when folded: L25cm W37cm H60cm
• Weight of stroller: 7.5kg/15.87lb
Suitable from Birth up to 55lbs in USA/22kgs in UK
The Silver Cross Jet 5 has a fully-extendable UPF 50+ hood with an air-flow ventilation system, rear wheel brakes, front wheel suspension and is very light thanks to the aluminium frame.
This compact stroller has a fully extendable UPF50+ hood has an air-flow ventilation system with pop-out sun visor.
Best of all, it folds small enough to fit in most cabin space on an airplane and can even be wheeled like a small suitcase!
However, we found it annoying to remove the bumper bar, every time to fold it up. Another annoyance was the bar inbetween the basket – making it tricky to use it as storage space.
Pros
Fits most cabins
Lies fully flat
Good sized canopy
Cons
Need to remove bumper bar in order to stow stroller
Need to use both hands and click in each side manually
Uppa Baby Minu
• Weight: 17lbs/7.7kg
• Folded Size: 20.5 x23 x 13 ” (52.1 x 58.4 x 33cm)
• Child weight limit/height limit :22kg/ 50lbs/ 40″
• Suitable from 6 months
• 20lb basket.
The Uppa Baby Minus multi-position recline, and clever storage pockets make it surprisingly versatile.
It’s a breeze to fold, adjust, and brake.
This pushchair has the easiest harness and most intuitive brakes we’ve tested. A huge sun canopy and newborn compatibility (with extras) top it off.
With a car seat adaptor, it’s compatible with Uppababy Mesa; Maxi-Cosi Mico Max 30 Infant Car Seat, Mico NXT Infant Car Seat, Mico AP Infant Car Seat, and Mico Max Plus Car Seat; Nuna Pipa, Pipa Lite, Pipa Lite Lx, Pipa Lite R, Pipa Rx, and Pipa Lite Rx; the Cybex Aton, Aton 2, Aton Q, and Aton M
Pros
Easy to use
Good price
Sturdy build and ergonomics
Cons
Incompatible with old versions
Hard to assemble
Bad color combination
Ergobaby Metro+
• Suitable from birth to four years with a max weight of 22kgs /48lbs.
• It’s folded dimensions are 54 x 44 x 25cm/ 21.26 x 17.2″ x 9.84″
• Weight of stroller is 7.8kg/14.9 lbs
The Metro+ offers a more upright position for those kiddos that like to sit upright and watch the world. The Metro’s recline is also better than the YOYO2 which is why it’s suitable for newborns from birth without any additional parts.
The Metro+ has an adjustable handle whereas the YOYO2 doesn’t. This can be a dealbreaker if you are partner are of a great height difference.
Pros
Compact and lightweight
Easy to fold (despite not one handed)
Easily copes with city life
Has compatible car seats (see which ones first if you decide to use it for everyday)
Can use from birth straight out of the box
Adjustable handle bar so good for taller parents
Cons
Safety bar doesn’t come as standard, and you have to pay extra to get it which is not great given the price point of the stroller
Outward facing only, which is not ideal especially for newborns (stroller marketed as suitable from birth)
Basket is pretty small, can’t fit a diaper/changing bag
Bugaboo Butterfly
• Suitable for up to 22kg/around 4 years
• Dimensions when folded: 45 x 23 x 54 cm/17.72 x 9.06 x 21.26″
• Weight of stroller: 7.3 kg
The stroller has an easy one handed fold using two buttons pressed together and it can be done with one hand.
As you flick it open it often goes straight into place, but other times I have to push the back of the seat to click it all into place (I can use my knee so still one handed)
Folding it down is also done with the same two buttons pressed together and pushing down on the handle.
It doesn’t lie flat and therefore is only suitable from 6 months but it lies back enough to look comfortable for longer sleeps (111°-145°). There are two positions, upright and reclined and it can be changed one handed between the two. The seat is only forward facing.
This Bugaboo stroller is designed for children up to 22kg/around 4 years which is bigger than most in the travel stroller category.
My petite 6 year old (21.5kg) has ridden in it on some longer days and it is still easy to push and tall enough in the seat to handle her.
At 5 foot 9, I often struggle with stroller’s that don’t have a height adjustable bar, but I find the Butterfly is still comfortable to push.
The basket is a reasonable size and I can fit our changing bag under there.
Officially, it can carry up to 8kg and I found it easier to access from the front rather than the back.
Once folded, the stroller is a very compact 45 x 23 x 54 cm which means it fits in most car boots (we have a Ford S Max 7 seater and with all 7 seats up I could fit in several folded Butterflys).
It is also approved as cabin luggage and can slide into the overhead lockers easily..
We have tried it so far on Air India, British Airways and Vietnam Airlines and it was a comfortable fit in the lockers – something that made a stopover much more comfortable for all of us!
It is unusual to be given your pushchair or stroller back for stopovers as you will usually collect any stroller at your final destination.
Being able to use a super compact foldable stroller in-between connecting flights was incredibly useful!
Pros
Super easy to use
Fits into overhead storage compartments
Good recline
Cons
Only for 6m+
Only forward facing .
See our video of how the Bugaboo Butterfly unfolds.
Baby Jogger City Mini
• Weight of stroller: 17.8 lbs
• Dimensions when folded: 25cm x 61cm x 78.5cm.
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(Review by Charlotte Fletcher, mum of a now 1 year old and 4 year old).
I know a buggy is an incredibly personal choice but I really have great things to say about the Baby Jogger City Mini when flying with a toddler
We bought a Maclaren run around when we started travelling with our son but when that broke we replaced it with the Baby Jogger and three years and another little one down the line and it’s still going strong, in spite of all sorts of rough treatment from the baggage handlers.
It’s just as travel-friendly – folds down super easily, is nippy and light – but feels much more solid and comfortable for the little ones. It feels more like a flight-friendly regular buggy than a buggy you buy specifically for flights.
For sleep, the seat tilts back to flat for nap time on the go.
City Mini® 2 can be used from baby’s first day according to the Baby Jogger website and has 4 different modes of use as a single or double with an infant car seat, pram, or glider board (sold separately.)
Create a travel system with most Britax, Chicco, Clek, Cybex, Graco, Maxi Cosi, Peg Perego, and UPPAbaby infant car seats (adapters for other brands’ infant car seats sold separately)
Pros
Easy to use
Can fold with one hand
Cons
Doesn't fit as cabin sized stroller
BEST LIGHTWEIGHT DOUBLE STROLLER FOR TRAVEL
The following strollers have all been recommended by readers of Flying With A Baby and Little Explorers Guide.
If you are flying with twins or two little ones, a compact and lightweight double stroller is probably on your essential list! Double strollers are also allowed as hold luggage but be aware that with American Airlines you will not be able to gate check it if it weighs over 20lbs – which most do.
Zoe Twin
The Zoe is only available in the USA, which is a shame as it’s not only a practical double travel stroller, but a super lightweight twin stroller for travel too.
The recommended age according to Zoe is 3 months +
It is incredibly light at 16lbs, meaning it can even be gate checked on American Airlines!
It’s easy to fold and to open. Each seat reclines separately, but not completely flat.
The sun canopy is generous for a travel stroller.
Pros
Easy to use
Seats move independently
Very lightweight for a double
Cons
Not available out of the USA
Seats don't lie completely flat
Joovy Kooper Double
At 28lbs this double travel stroller is still light and portable. It comes with 3 cup holders and each seat individually reclines.
The extra-wide seats offer maximum comfort as your children grow. The Kooper X2 folds compactly (with the trays) for travel, has one hand fold, and includes a huge, UPF 50 canopy – perfect for sunny days!
Built-in Storage: mesh cup holder and zipper pocket for keys and drinks. Plus large lower storage space, with a whopping 15 lbs capacity.
Folded dimensions: 26” L x 30.3” W x 12.8” H
Pros
Easy to use
Good price
Sturdy build and ergonomics
Cons
Incompatible with old versions
Hard to assemble
Bad color combination
Baby Jogger City Mini Double
•Weight of stroller 31.8 lbs
•near-flat recline seats
•Folded dimensions 76.5 x 77.5 x 32 cm
•Supports children from birth up to 22 kg per seat
Like its popular single stroller model, the seats recline to near flat position and the adjustable canopy hoods offer peek through flaps.
Each seat unit is suitable for children from birth to 50 lb (22.5 kg). Maximum height: 44 in (112 cm).
The total weight load recommended for this stroller is 114 lb (51.5 kg). 50 lb (22.kg) on each seat, 2lb (1 kg) in each seat back pocket and 10 lb (4.5 kg) in basket.
This travel buggy is heavier at 31.8 lbs but can still be folded single handedly and is a good option if you are looking for a lightweight stroller for toddlers.
The handlebar is adjustable and there it has a one step fold.
It’s car seat compatible with most Britax, Cybex, Graco, and Maxi Cosi infant car seats (adapters for other brands’ infant car seats sold separately)
Pros
Adjustable handlebar
Good price
Good recline
Cons
Quite heavy
Key Features to Look For
I found for me the recline and sun canopy for sun safety was the most important when flying with a baby or young toddler. If your stroller doesn’t have a decent size sun canopy, look into the best stroller sunshades which fit most pushchairs.
As mentioned above, several lightweight strollers offer a recline function and a fairly decent sun canopy, but you may need to compromise on the storage basket. For instance, you could forego a large storage basket for a comfortable backpack.
Often you can buy accessories like cup holders, bag clips/ stroller purse clip hooks to make the stroller more convenient. (I found my buggy clip invaluable, especially if the storage basket was small).
Is it compatible with a car seat? Have an adjustable handlebar? Decide which features are an absolute must for you, and ones you could compromise on. For example, you are unlikely to find a travel lightweight stroller with a tray.
Pros And Cons?
The benefit of having a really compact stroller or foldable travel pram as your carry on means that you can literally land, pop baby into the pram and walk down the aisle and off the plane towards baggage reclaim (providing there is an airbridge of course.)
I did this with the BabyZen YoYo plus on an Easyjet flight. It folds up more compactly than an umbrella stroller!
Other factors to consider include the sun protection offered and if the stroller reclines for naps.
Families travelling by air, may wish to consider a stroller travel or durable gate check bag, unless you have a cabin baggage approved stroller.
Not only will this help to protect strollers in the aircraft hold, but you can add a few nappies/diapers and other items to help protect it further and save a bit of space in your suitcase! Here are some of the best stroller travel bags to help protect your travel pushchair.
What kind of stroller can I take on a plane?
You can take any stroller on the plane for free. This is usually in addition to your normal baggage allowance. If you wish to have a stroller on a plane and have it in the cabin with you, then there is no guarantee it will be allowed, unless it fits into your airlines cabin baggage restrictions and is a particularly compact collapsible stroller for air travel.
In which case, these strollers could be considered as 1 piece of your cabin baggage allowance. So you may have to decide between your normal carry on bag and bringing a travel stroller actually inside the cabin. If you are traveling with another adult, then this is pretty easy to do.
Some of these pushchairs are so compact that they are suitable for plane travel and are foldable/small enough to be considered an airline friendly stroller and as hand luggage!
When we used one of these collapsible strollers, it was so incredibly useful – especially with a heavy toddler. If you don’t require a compact folding umbrella or a ‘backpack’ stroller to take on to the plane, there are some airports and airlines which offer airport strollers to use during transit, often for free.
Can you take a double stroller on an airplane?
Absolutely, but as it will not fit as cabin baggage it will need to go in the hold. You can either check it in with your bags or gate check it before you board your flight.
Can you take a stroller through airport security?
Yes, you will need to if you are gate checking or taking it as hand luggage. If it folds up compactly, you can put it through the X-ray machine, otherwise it will need to be manually inspected.
TRAVEL STROLLER ACCESSORIES
Above we mentioned how it is hard to find the perfect baby travel stroller which meets your every need when out and about. If you do find yourself deliberating between a couple of stroller choices, remember, often accessories can be added, like stroller hooks (my favorite!) or a stroller organizer etc.
Stroller hooks – Stroller hooks are brilliant for purchases, diaper/nappy bags and for adding to strollers that have no basket or other limited storage capacity.
Universal Stroller Organizer – Universal organizers for travel strollers are perfect for keeping everything in one place. Organizers can hold drinks, snacks, phone, tissues and allsorts!
Cup Holders for Travel Strollers – Universal stroller cup holders which fit most travel strollers can be easily bought for added convenience.
Stroller Travel Bags – Stroller travel bags are a great way to help protect your stroller when traveling, particularly if flying. Padded stroller bags offer better protection but are more expensive, but even a polyester gate check bag can help keep straps and buckles together and the stroller clean. Stuffing a few diapers/nappies in discreetly can help protect it too. Some cabin sized strollers already come with their own bag and carrying strap making it easier to stow in the overhead lockers on the plane.
Stroller hooks – Strollers hooks are brilliant for purchases, diaper/nappy bags and for adding to strollers that have no basket or other limited storage capacity.
Universal Stroller Organizer – Universal organizers for travel strollers are perfect for keeping everything in one place. Organizers can hold drinks, snacks, phone, tissues and allsorts!
Cup Holders for Travel Strollers – Universal stroller cup holders which fit most travel strollers can be easily bought for added convenience.
Stroller Travel Bags – Stroller travel bags are a great way to help protect your stroller when traveling, particularly if flying. Padded stroller bags offer better protection but are more expensive, but even a polyester gate check bag can help keep straps and buckles together and the stroller clean. Stuffing a few diapers/nappies in discreetly can help protect it too. Some cabin sized strollers already come with their own bag and carrying strap making it easier to stow in the overhead lockers on the plane.
Other travel gear for kids
If you are heading out and about, you may find these other travel gear items for kids useful too.
Your Stroller is likely to be here on Arrival
- If your stroller is not compact, it will be put into the aircraft hold with your bags. Some airlines (depending on arrival airport) will put a tag on it which indicated it can be brought to you at the aircraft door on arrival.
- Ask the ground staff at your destination, if they know where you will pick up your stroller – at the aircraft door, or at the baggage belt or in oversize luggage belt.
- On our first few flights we waited ages at our baggage belt, only to find out our stroller was on the other side of baggage reclaim at the Oversize belt waiting for us. If you have been with babies, flying on a long flight – hunting around for your stroller is the last thing you need.
- Some airlines and airports provide courtesy strollers for you to use – but just in case they are not available, that
baby carrier will come in handy again.
See our video of how the Bugaboo Butterfly unfolds.
Why Trust This Guide
Flight Crew Insight – I worked as a flight attendant for over a decade, helping parents board with different strollers daily
Real Parent Experience – I’ve personally flown with two kids since young babies across 5 continents and fellow parents help me test them.
Tested in Airports & Cabins – All strollers featured have been tested by me on various flights or reviewed by traveling families I trust in different places around the world
Photos & Proof – This guide includes real images of me and other parents using strollers onboard planes and in action, not just stock photos or brand claims.
Carrie B.
Carrie Bradley is a former flight attendant with two little ones who also love to travel. She’s visited 60+ countries and flown all over with her family with many different airlines.
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