my kids have been on over fifty flights!
If you only do one thing I suggest from this blog post and video, get yourself TSA Pre-Check. It saves a lot of time in the security line. You’ve got to wrangle enough if you’re traveling with kids, and the TSA Pre-Check security line makes life just a little bit easier.
Know your airline’s baggage policy and how to capitalize on that! We fly Southwest Airlines very frequently, and you can check two bags per ticketed person. Bonus Tips: check carseats in a car seat bag and make sure to take your stroller with onto the plane!
The carry on can make or break the success of your flight! Kids and flying can be an interesting combination, so try as best as we can to cater to your kids’ needs. A lot of this depends on age. I never go without snacks and hand sanitizer. Babies definitely need a change of clothes, more than enough diapers for the day (you never know what could happen), a change of clothes for you.
All of the rules and regulations for air travel with babies and kids can be overwhelming. Your best bet is to always give the airline a call if you cannot find the answer to your question online. It’s better to be over prepared than under prepared.
Flying with children is a whole event in itself. You know your kid the best, so cater to your kids’ needs even if they seem a little unconventional. Don’t pull out all of your tricks until you are on that plane (snacks, devices, games, etc.), if you can help it.