✋ Hand luggage
Too large for carry-on. Must be checked or gate-checked.
🧳 Hold luggage
Permitted. Many airlines waive the fee as baby equipment — confirm with your airline.
Based on TSA guidance for United States. Official rules ↗
Travel cot / portable crib rules by country
How carry-on and checked-bag rules for travel cot / portable crib compare across the 14 countries we cover.
Travel cot / portable crib
Common questions
This varies by airline. Many count it as a free additional item of baby equipment; others count it against your allowance. Check directly with your airline.
Yes, at most airlines. Gate-checking avoids baggage queues and the cot arrives at the gate on landing.
Use the original carry bag if possible and label it clearly. Soft bags are preferred as handlers may need to compress them to fit.
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Browse all Baby & Family →Based on official United States security guidelines. Rules vary by airline and route — always verify with your carrier before travel. · Rules last verified May 2026.