AIRLINE STROLLER RULES
Airline stroller policies, compared.
What each major US and Canadian airline actually says about strollers - cabin storage, gate-checking and carry-on size - and which travel strollers fit. Reviewed September 13, 2026 from each airline’s own pages.
| Airline | Carry-on box | Stroller policy | Strollers that fit* |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 22 in × 14 in × 9 in | Compact strollers can go in the cabin, space permitting | 3 of 20 |
| Delta Air Lines | 22 in × 14 in × 9 in | Free gate or counter check. Cabin storage not explicitly confirmed | 3 of 20 |
| American Airlines | 22 in × 14 in × 9 in | Collapsible strollers under 20 lb may fly in the cabin | 3 of 20 |
| Air Canada | 55 cm × 40 cm × 23 cm | Special stroller size rule in addition to carry-on limits | 12 of 20 |
| Southwest Airlines | 24 in × 16 in × 10 in | Check-only: curb, counter or gate, free | 14 of 20 |
*Folded size within the published carry-on box, using our 2-inch practical tolerance. Fitting the box never guarantees cabin storage.
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