Can I travel from US to Mexico with a stroller WITHOUT a baby? Stroller is a gift; do I need to check it in?
Tanya K asked:
I have a new stroller for my brother’s baby, I bought it in the US and need to take it with me when I fly to Mexico. Can I unpack the stroller and bring it with me (as a regular stroller so it can be taken inside the airplane) even though I would NOT be traveling with a baby?
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I have a new stroller for my brother’s baby, I bought it in the US and need to take it with me when I fly to Mexico. Can I unpack the stroller and bring it with me (as a regular stroller so it can be taken inside the airplane) even though I would NOT be traveling with a baby?
Maybe I need to leave it in the box and have it checked in as luggage, in which case I am afraid I will need to pay a lot of money.
The stroller’s box weighs 60 pounds and measures 17×30x31 inches.
The policy in American Airlines:
“Additional [personal ] items that will be allowed above and beyond the restrictions listed above include:
* Approved safety seat for lap or ticketed child
* Umbrella stroller for lap or ticketed child
* Diaper bag for lap or ticketed child”
I am afraid if I don’t travel with a “lap or ticketed child” I will not be able to bring the stroller as carry on…
Thanks for your answers!
February 15th, 2009 at 8:21 pm
You almost answered yourself. It is highly unlikely that they will let you have it as a “Carry-On”, also because most likely you will have your own baggage to start with.
You may also raise “eyebrows” at the security check.
Sorry, but it is best to Check it. If you are lucky and you are not checking any other items, perhaps you will only pay the “First Check-In baggage” fee.