If you are traveling by plane with your child, you have several options when it comes to your car seatand the simplest one, by far, is to get a car seat travel bag. If your car seat is FAA-approved and your child has his or her own plane seat, you can take it onboard to use during the flight. Otherwise, you will needto check it as luggage, either at the airline check-in counter or gate.
Either way wont cost you anything all U.S. airlines and most international ones allow them on board free of charge. But other than being the victim of kiddie projectile vomiting, nothing can wreck your trip more effectively than finding your car seat shredded from its time in the hold. The key to avoiding that fate is to invest in a durable, solid car seat travel bag that keeps itsafe from scratches, dents, water damage, and other nastiness.
Make sure you pick a model that fits your specific car seat brand (they generally fit all the major ones, but read the fine print for any exceptions when it comes to smaller brands). Padded straps make hauling the bags around easier, and some of them even have wheels, if you need that extra convenience.
Options, parent, you want options. This car seat travel bag has 360-degree spinner wheels, so you can push or pull it along without having to carry it. It has fully padded sides, top, and back to keep your car seat protected. It's water-resistant and has a lockable zipper.
This backpack bag offers thick wraparound padding to cocoon your seat while in the hold. Its made from heavy-duty, puncture-resistant fabric and has a water-resistant anti-microbial inner lining. The straps are padded, so toting it is less of a nightmare.
For parents particularly leery of dirt, this bag has both a drawstring and buckle flap double closure system to keep your precious seat protected. It's made out of rip-free water resistant 1680D ballistic nylon. Plus, the handle is rubberized, to make carrying it around just that little bit easier.
A cheaper and more basic option, this car seat travel bag is made from 600D nylon material, which is waterproof, tear-resistant, and lightweight. It's roomy and has ergonomic adjustable shoulder straps.
If you don't want to commit to a backpack, get this bag instead. It has two carry options: You can strap it on or tote it. Its well-padded, water-resistant, and has a lockable double zipper opening that provides a bit more piece of mind.
For ultimate lifting options, this lightweight bag has numerous carrying handles as well as two padded backpack straps for sherpa-ing it through the airport. It's made of puncture-resistant, water-proof nylon, and is designed to keep your car seat germ-free. A pair of drawstring closures and a velcro flap help secure car seats within it and it works with nearly every brand. Once the seat is out, it folds into a small carrying pouch.
This handy carrier packs up small enough to fit inside your diaper bag, yet will wrap almost any single car seat on the market. Its made from lightweight double-stitched nylon that is both durable and water-resistant and its bright orange color makes it easy to spot on the luggage carousel.
While not a bag, this item is equally life-saving. This luggage belt lets you cart around your car seat and other baby gear without needing a trip to the chiropractor. Plus, it works with every type of car seat that has a top tether.
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