Can a 5 year old take a stroller on a plane?

A small fully collapsible stroller can be stored in the overhead bin if there is space available. A large stroller must be accepted as checked baggage only. Before the stroller is checked, please remove the stroller accessories to avoid loss.



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If your child is big enough to do so (around 4 years and 40 lbs), you can have them sit buckled on the airplane seat.

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Children's strollers and child safety seats are not counted as part of the standard baggage and therefore can be easily checked for free. For your convenience, these items may be checked at the curbside, the ticket counter or at the gate. Child safety seats may be brought on board the plane in certain circumstances.

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American Airlines – “Each ticketed customer is allowed 1 stroller. Only small, collapsible and light strollers (up to 20lbs/9kgs) can be checked at the gate. Any stroller that weighs over 20lbs/9 kgs, is too large or is non-collapsible must be checked at the ticket counter.”

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Most U.S. airlines will permit children who have reached their fifth birthday to travel unaccompanied. Kids ages 5 through 11 who are flying alone must usually travel pursuant to special “unaccompanied minor” procedures. On some airlines, these procedures are required for unaccompanied children as old as 14.

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Children 2 or older are required to have their own seat, a ticketed adult fare. Children under 5 can't travel alone under any circumstances.

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Children 2 or older are required to have their own seat, a ticketed adult fare. Children under 5 can't travel alone under any circumstances.

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Documents accepted for Indian Nationals: Age Group (below 18 years): Travelling with parent (or) guardian, will be allowed with school ID Card (original) or letterhead from school with photo and Principal's stamp and signature or a valid passport, if travelling alone.

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16 Tips for Flying With Toddlers and Young Kids
  1. Book an Early Morning Departure.
  2. Save Your Upgrades for Toddler-Free Travel.
  3. Talk to Your Kids About What to Expect.
  4. Dress in Layers and Skip Shoes With Laces.
  5. Bring Surprises.
  6. Consider Using a Smaller Stroller.
  7. Pack Just Enough.
  8. Plan Your Packing List.


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A baby under two years of age can fly for free in the U.S. and Canada when they sit on the lap of a parent. If your child is 2 years and older, you are required to buy a seat for them. If your child turns two during a trip, they can fly on your lap on the way there, but must return home in a paid seat.

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A birth certificate or passport as proof of the child's age. The adult's government-issued photo ID with their current address. Your phone number so we can contact you. The name, address and phone number of the adult meeting your child at their destination.

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Getting Your Stroller Through Security You'll be expected to put your stroller through the X-ray machine at the airport security screening checkpoint, so you should remove your kid and fold it up before it's your turn because we all know the TSA line is stressful as it is.

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Diaper bags, soft-sided cooler bags with breast milk, child safety seats, strollers and medical or mobility devices don't count toward your personal item or carry-on.

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