Flying with Kids: What to Pack for the Plane - Family Friendly

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Last updated 28 May 2024

Flying with Kids: What to Pack for the Plane - Family Friendly

Milana is now 7 and has flown well over 200 times, so we have this packing /airplane entertainment thing down. We recently got her an Osprey Jet 12 backpack, and she knows that she has to carry whatever she decides to take. This has made her more conscious of her packing and she tends to no longer bring 100 Shopkins on the trip! We also travel with mostly carry on luggage, so she has her own carry on suitcase that she pulls through the airport. Before every trip, she selects what she wants to bring for the plane ride. We have a huge box with all sorts of fun travel toys/games/crafts, etc. and it’s sure to entertain even the pickiest child. She usually selects 2-3 items from this photo for each trip, and it’s enough to entertain her for hours. Thankfully, she’s really into crafts so a blank notebook with some crayons or markers, and she’s good to go! Most of these items she’s been using since around 18 months of age, so it definitely fits a wide range of ages. There is also a specific toddler/baby list if you scroll past the first one! Having a baby or toddler on an airplane doesn’t have to be a stressful thing! If you scroll down, you’ll find a list of baby travel essentials too. There are many toys for the plane you can bring on your trip. This is just some of the stuff we’ve brought on flights, but definitely the most used/played with. I will list them individually, along with links where you can purchase them. INFANT/TODDLER TOYS: SNACKS Let’s face it, hungry kids are grumpy kids! Since most domestic airlines no longer serve snacks, it’s important to bring your own. Kids love to snack and the more variety, the better! If you are using large packs of something, I recommend pouring into small ziplocs or containers so that if your child drops it, at least it’s not the entire package! Here are some of Milana’s favorite in flight snacks. We always have these in our snack closet, so she chooses a few to bring with us for the flight. Now you have a glimpse of some of the items we bring on our trips. Of course, this may not work for all kids but it has served us well for many years. Traveling with kids doesn’t have to be a harrowing experience. When they’re entertained and fed, everyone will have a much better experience! *This post contains affiliate links for which we get a small commission at no extra cost to you.*