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Packing list for flying with kids
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Documents & money
- Passport/ID for everyone
- Boarding passes
- Consent letter (if needed)
- Travel insurance + EHIC/GHIC
- Booking confirmations
- Cards and some cash
Hand luggage: baby
- Nappies + spares
- Wipes + changing mat
- 2 spare outfits
- Dummy + spare
- Milk/formula/pouches
- Baby carrier
- Comforter
Hand luggage: toddler
- Nappies or spare pants
- Spare clothes
- Sippy cup (empty)
- Small new toys
- Little backpack
Hand luggage: older kids
- Tablet + headphones
- Book/colouring book
- Empty water bottle
- Jumper
Snacks & drinks
- Dry snacks + fruit
- Baby food kept separate (exempt from 100 ml rule in the EU)
- Something to drink/chew for take-off and landing
Entertainment
- Sticker book, colouring things
- Wrapped surprises
- Power bank + cables (hand luggage)
Clothing & comfort
- Layers, slip-on shoes
- Socks, neck pillow
- Spare top for yourself
Medicines (check with pharmacist/GP)
- Own medicines + leaflet
- Thermometer, plasters
- Hand gel, sick bags
Pushchair & car seat (check with your airline)
- Buggy + cover + label
- Car seat or hire seat
Hold luggage
- Clothes per child
- Swimwear + swim nappies
- Wash bag, sun cream
- Sleep things, travel cot
Travel day
- Check in online
- Arrive in good time
- Toilet/nappy change before boarding
- Name + phone number on young kids