Has anyone checked this in on their airlines? Did they charge extra even though it is under 50 lbs?
178047
Yep, this gets charged due to the large length of the box. Even applicable if you have airline status.
178048
It depends. Some airlines apply charges for the dimension. Verify the luggage policies of yor interest airline. Regards
178049
I have....via multiple airlines and it depends on the airline, but you're curely going to have some sort of extra charge. Some will have a specific bike box charge....others may charge for being oversized based on dimensions, not weight. Best I can say is to read through the Baggage section of the airline's website. Some airlines are pretty ridiculous and make paying $50 more for a ticket on a different flight the better deal when they're charging $200 for a bike box.
178050
I flew United Airlines to Europe this summer and they charged me $200 1 way. On the way back on United we left through London Heathrow and they didn't charge me anything. Usually in the US it's $100 to $150 each way but sometimes you get lucky. I have heard that if you tell the airlines it's something like trade show materials then they'll weigh it and not charge you as it's under 50 lbs.
1146564
Yes it is strong, yet not so heavy I can't handle it. Perfect for my travel needs. However, if you don't get your second bag free on a flight, send it Fed X it's $64.00 rather than 75 on the airline. You don't have to carry the bag, it's deliver directly to your destination. E
1925553
Yes, I've taken it on several Southwest flights. They used to charge $50, but now they charge $75.
989753
It's not the weight issue for carry on baggage, but full equipment loaded in bag it won't fit in space above in cabin, so you wound up paying 25+ special care services charges .
2120269
No, I do not know why shipping charges would amount to that much. What is your zip code and are you asking for the items to be expedited....overnight, two day air, etc (that would change the dollar amount).
1741987
We have used ours multiple times flying internationally. No extra fees, no problems at all. We use zip ties around the handles to close it and have never had them come open. One has a small hole where the bottom corner was crushed, but again, they have flown 4 or 5 times and that is all the damage. I would recommend them to anyone.
1750449
I would address this question to the individual airline. We checked ours as baggage because it's not needed for seating onboard. Our 5 yr old did just fine in the regular airline seats.
134141
I'm very sorry but I didn't buy this model. I ended up buying the model that can seat 2 children. The packaging was as big as a Samsonite large luggage. It weighed close to 50lbs.
2081522
I bought more than one in anticipation that I will try bringing it on a plane and see what happens. If they take it then I know and I'm out $11.00. I've not tried yet however. Let me know if you could. I'm curious about it too.
1774098
Do you mean put it in a carry on bag or carry it loose? Best to check with the airline. if It's shorter than the max bag length you could always bag it. I checked it when I flew.
1143386
I have flown Delta to Europe with no problem. I believe the current fare each way is $150.00. Make sure to NOT exceed 70 pounds and that they know the contents is a bicycle at check-in; standard bike case dimensions have never been a factor. If so, the bike case may be counted as checked baggage and should be checked through to final destination with a
1218484
I think you had better check the airline's requirements. This bag worked for me on American with 2 dogs in it. I did fly business class to have more space but my advantage was that no one at check in cared about my bag. I was first in line at 5AM and they just passed me on through with not even a look. It definitely collapses as shown, but it does of course expand to the sides when the top is pushed down. My guys love it - they go in it to sleep now!!!
292233
I have travelled on several planes with the chair in its bag without any problems. Just tell the airline that you will be travelling with your own wheelchair when you make your booking or when you ask for airport wheelchair assistance and then simply check it in with your luggage. The airlines have never made a charge for the chair and it is always in addition to your personal baggage allowance. The actual measurements of the chair in its bag have never been mentioned.
1517532
Hello Brian , I flight from Florida (USA) to Argentina and brought it directly in the original case together with the Amazon box and some towels around it in between the two boxes. It was sent in a different despatch at the airport as a "Fragil Item" . It arrived in perfect conditions!!!! I think it's too big to try to take it on board.
392089
I have. However I've read that American Airlines is the only airline who won't gate check a stroller heavier than 20 pounds. I guess I'll find out soon because we booked a trip with AA. And I am going to take this stroller. No problem with any other airlines I've travelled (United, Delta)
1879998
Worked for me on US Airways and Delta very small planes where everyone with carry ons had to have them stowed under the plane. No one even asked us a question about the carriers and because they flex it was easy to put them under the seats. I've seen Southwests dimensions even on smaller planes and it shouldn't be a problem. Since flying with out 2 pugs earlier this year the experiences have been quite routine.
1623054
It would be pretty beat up. For example, at 130 lb I don't think I could stand on top in the middle. I probably wouldn't send it through on an airline.