This article will go over the very best travel strollers for babies and toddlers with a specific focus being on airplane travel! Some of the factors that we took into consideration were price, weight, how easy it can be folded down, and durability! This list will go in no particular order.
NOTE- Each airline has different policies and restrictions when it comes to the size/weight of strollers onboard. Be sure to always check with the airline before traveling.
1. Contours Bitsy Elite Stroller
- Perfect for travel – fits most airplane overhead compartments.
- Easy to transport and carry in the Bitsy travel bag (sold separately).
- Seat supports a child up to 40 lbs and is suitable from birth with the use of an infant car seat (sold separately). Compatible with 35+ Infant Car seats — Compatible with 35+ Infant Car seats without the use of a separate adapter for ultimate on-the-go flexibility.
- 14 pounds
2. UPPAbaby Minu Stroller
- Minu stroller is suitable from 3 months to 50 lbs
- Minu stroller has one-handed, one-step fold which is amazing to have because my arms always seem to be full when traveling
- Mini stroller has multi-position reclining seat which is great for naps
- 16 pounds
3. Ergobaby Metro+ Stroller
- Easily folds down to fit into most overhead airplane bins. Carry bag can be purchased separately.
- Car seat compatible: Adapters available for popular car seat models to create a compact travel experience
- Carries up to 50 pounds
- Near-flat recline which is great for naps
- 21 pounds
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4. Doona Stroller
- Note- Suitable for babies between 4 lbs. to 35 lbs. and max. 32 inches in height. The Doona Infant Car Seat is rear-facing only.
- Works for most airlines
- It goes from car seat to stroller in seconds. Parents rave that this is the best purchase they got for their new babies.
- 16.5 pounds
5. GB Pockit+
- Will fit in most overhead compartments on planes and trains
- UPF50+ sun canopy & reclining seat back great for naps on the go
- Compatible with CYBEX infant car seats, the Pockit+ turns into a 2-in-1 travel system, suitable from birth (with adapters) and beyond.
- 9.5 pounds
6. Babyzen Yoyo Stroller
- Multi-position reclining backrest for the napping on the go
- It folds and unfolds with one hand
- Small enough to be carried onto the plane (if airlines permit)
- 13.6 pounds
7. Baby Jogger City Tour
- Create a travel system by adding a Baby Jogger infant car seat using adapters (car seat and adapters sold separately)
- Multi-position padded seat reclines to a near-flat position
- Has carry bag to protect stroller from dirt and scratches when traveling
- 14 pounds
8. Mountain Buggy Nano
- Infant car seat ready ; no need to purchase additional adapters and now has a soft shell cocoon carrycot available (sold separately) for newborns
- 44 lb. weight capacity and suitable for children up to 4 years
- Compact fold meets regulations for airline carryon luggage
- 13 pounds
9. Inglesina Quid 2
- Ultra-compact folding stroller can fit in airplane compartment
- Easy-to-open folding design and one-touch foot brake
- Reclining backrest and adjustable leg rest
- 13 pounds
10. Colugo Stroller
- Easily folds with one hand
- Fits in overhead compartment on most planes
- One handed fold
- Very roomy storage basket
11. Zoe Tour+ Stroller
- One hand compact fold
- 165 degree recline seat
- Accepts infant carseat but the adapter is sold separately
- 11 pounds
12. Nuna TRVL Stroller
- Creates travel system connecting directly with Nuna PIPAâ„¢ series car seats
- Self-folding stroller opens and closes with one hand
- Free standing compact fold
- 14 pounds
13. CYBEX Beezy Stroller
- Transform your Beezy into a convenient travel system by simply adding a car seat
- Single-hand fold
- When the stroller is collapsed, it stands independently for easy storage
- 18.1 pounds
- Includes a near-flat lying position