Flying With a Baby on easyJet: Everything You Need to Know (2026)

By BabyTravel UK Editorial Team · Last updated April 2026

Infant lap seat policy and fees

easyJet's lap infant policy covers children under 2 years old who travel on a parent's lap without their own seat. The current fee is around £27 per infant per one-way flight, though this varies by route and season — budget routes can be cheaper, longer European legs slightly more. Always check the actual fee at the time of booking rather than relying on any published figure.

You add the infant to your booking during checkout or via Manage Bookings. Look for the option to add a passenger under 2 when entering your passenger details. You cannot add an infant after check-in has opened, so do it as soon as you book your own tickets.

The minimum age to fly is 14 days — this is two weeks, which is two days longer than Ryanair's minimum. easyJet requires a birth certificate or passport at the airport for infants. If your baby is very young (under a month), consider bringing a letter from your GP or midwife confirming fitness to fly, even if not strictly required. easyJet enforces a strict one infant per adult policy on all flights.

Pushchair and stroller rules

This is where easyJet differs meaningfully from Ryanair. easyJet permits compact pushchairs in the cabin as your cabin bag, provided the folded dimensions fit within the standard large cabin bag allowance of 56 × 45 × 25 cm. If your stroller folds down to these dimensions, it can go in the overhead locker, meaning you have it available on arrival without waiting at baggage reclaim.

Popular cabin-approved strollers that meet these dimensions include the Babyzen YOYO², Bugaboo Butterfly, and Joolz Aer+. If your stroller is larger than these dimensions, it must be gate-checked at the boarding gate — free of charge. Use our stroller airline checker to confirm whether your specific model qualifies.

Whether gate-checking or taking it in the cabin, your pushchair travels free. For a full breakdown of the best options, see our guide to flying with a baby.

Bassinet / skycot availability

easyJet does not offer bassinets on any route. The airline operates exclusively short and medium-haul flights on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. These aircraft are not fitted with bulkhead bassinet attachments. Your baby will be on your lap for the entire flight, which on most easyJet routes means under 4 hours.

If bassinets are important to you — for example if you're flying with a newborn or a baby who needs to lie flat — you'll need a long-haul carrier. British Airways, KLM, and TAP Air Portugal all offer bassinets on intercontinental routes. See our full airline baby policies comparison for details.

Car seat policy

easyJet permits car seats in the cabin when your child has their own seat booked and paid for. The car seat must be a certified model — check easyJet's approved list before travelling. On Airbus aircraft, the seat width is standard and most infant seats will fit alongside the aircraft seatbelt. Note that infant car seats need to be used with the aircraft lap belt — you do not need an additional loop belt on easyJet.

If your child is travelling as a lap infant (no separate seat), car seats are not permitted in the cabin — they must be gate-checked alongside your pushchair.

Formula, breast milk, and baby food

easyJet flights depart from UK and European airports. When departing from UK airports, baby milk, formula, and expressed breast milk are exempt from the 100 ml liquid rule — you can carry as much as you reasonably need for the journey. Security staff may ask you to remove it from your bag and may in some cases test it.

When departing from EU airports, EU security rules apply and are broadly similar — baby milk and food are treated as necessities and exempted from standard liquid limits in most EU member states, though you should check the specific rules for your departure country. Our guide to breast milk and formula at airport security covers the process in detail.

On board, easyJet cabin crew can heat formula or food using a cup of hot water — ask after the seatbelt sign goes off. There is no dedicated baby meal on easyJet, so bring everything you need.

Nappy bag and extra hand luggage allowance

easyJet provides one extra infant item allowance per lap infant, in addition to your standard adult cabin bag:

The extra infant item is your nappy bag. It sits under the seat in front of you, giving you easy access during the flight. Pack nappies, wipes, a change of clothes, milk or formula, snacks if weaning, a dummy, and anything else you need within reach. See our baby hand luggage checklist for a prioritised packing guide.

Booking tips: how to add an infant to an easyJet booking

• During checkout: When you reach the passenger details screen, you'll see an option to add an infant. Enter your baby's name and date of birth. The infant fee is added automatically.
• After booking: Log into your easyJet account, go to "Manage Bookings," select your flight, and add the infant there. Do this well before check-in opens — 30 days before departure is the usual window.
• Seat selection: easyJet recommends row 1 (bulkhead rows) or an aisle seat for parents with infants. The front rows give you slightly more space for your bags and easier access to the overhead lockers. The bulkhead rows also mean no seat in front of you, giving your legs more room.
• Speedy Boarding: easyJet offers families with children under 5 free Speedy Boarding — you should be able to board ahead of general boarding without paying extra. Confirm this applies to your fare type at booking, as it has been subject to policy changes. This is one of easyJet's more family-friendly features.
• FLEXI fare passengers: easyJet's FLEXI fare includes free Speedy Boarding, which is especially useful with a baby.
• Check in online: easyJet allows online check-in from 30 days to 2 hours before departure. Complete this in advance to save time at the airport.

Do infants get a baggage allowance on easyJet?

Lap infants on easyJet do not get a full checked baggage allowance. However, as noted above, you do get the extra infant bag (up to 45×36×20 cm) as an additional cabin item on top of your adult allowance. Pushchairs and car seats travel free regardless of your baggage allowance — they are not counted as checked bags.

Our take on easyJet with a baby

easyJet is one of the better budget options for flying with a baby, largely because of two things: the option to take a compact stroller in the cabin (which Ryanair doesn't allow), and the free Speedy Boarding for families with young children. If you have a Babyzen YOYO² or similar cabin-approved pushchair, you can board, stow it overhead, and have it back the moment you land — no waiting at the jet bridge or baggage reclaim. The infant fee (around £27) is standard for budget carriers, and the short flying times on most easyJet routes keep everything manageable. The main watch-out is the 14-day minimum age — if you're planning a trip with a very young baby, check the date carefully before booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do babies fly free on easyJet?

No — easyJet charges around £27 per infant per one-way flight for lap infants under 2. The fee varies by route and season, so check the exact amount at the time of booking. Jet2 is currently the only major UK airline offering free infant travel. The easyJet infant fee must be added during booking or via Manage Bookings before check-in opens.

Can I take a stroller on easyJet?

Yes — and unlike Ryanair, easyJet allows compact strollers in the cabin if they fit within the 56×45×25 cm cabin bag dimensions. Popular models that qualify include the Babyzen YOYO², Bugaboo Butterfly, and Joolz Aer+. Larger strollers are gate-checked free of charge. Use our stroller airline checker to check your specific model.

Does easyJet have bassinets?

No — easyJet does not provide bassinets on any route. The airline only operates short and medium-haul flights and its aircraft are not equipped with bulkhead bassinet fittings. Your baby will be on your lap for the duration of the flight.

Do infants get baggage allowance on easyJet?

Lap infants do not get a full checked bag allowance, but each infant entitles you to one extra cabin item (up to 45×36×20 cm) on top of your standard adult allowance. This is designed to be used as your nappy bag. Pushchairs and car seats travel free and are not counted against your cabin or hold allowance.

Can you book a flight for an unborn baby on easyJet?

No — easyJet does not allow you to add an infant to a booking before the baby is born, as you will not yet have a name or date of birth. You should add the infant to your booking as soon as possible after the birth, via Manage Bookings. The infant must be added before check-in opens. If you're booking flights before your due date, book your adult tickets and add the infant afterwards.

What baby items can I bring on easyJet?

You can bring nappies, wipes, formula, breast milk, baby food, medicines, a portable changing mat, a spare change of clothes, and a compact pushchair (if it fits the 56×45×25 cm dimensions). Baby milk and food are exempt from the 100 ml liquid rule at UK airports. Pack your nappy essentials in the extra infant bag (45×36×20 cm) for easy access during the flight. See our baby hand luggage checklist for the full list.

Is easyJet good for flying with a baby?

For short to medium European trips, easyJet is a solid choice for families. Free Speedy Boarding for children under 5, the option to take a cabin stroller, and a sensible extra infant bag allowance make it one of the more practical budget airlines for parents. The 14-day minimum age is something to watch if you're planning a trip with a very new baby. For a wider comparison, see our airline baby policies compared page.

Last updated: April 2026. easyJet policies are subject to change — always verify on easyJet's website before travel. Compare all airline baby policies on our airline comparison page.

Compare other airlines

Every airline has a different baby policy. Compare your options before you book:

• Ryanair — £25 fee, 5 kg nappy bag, gate-check only
• British Airways — 10% fare, free bassinet long-haul
• Jet2 — Free infant travel, cabin stroller
• TUI — Variable fee, gate-check only, no bassinet
• Wizz Air — £27–32, rear-facing car seats only
• Vueling — Flat fee by route, extra 5 kg baby bag
• TAP Air Portugal — 10% fare, bassinet on A330/A321LR
• KLM — No minimum age, bassinet, 12 kg baby bag
• Aer Lingus — Transatlantic bassinet, no cabin car seats
• Lufthansa — Long-haul bassinets, Frankfurt/Munich hub
• Emirates — All-fleet bassinets, baby meals on request
• Turkish Airlines — Bassinets, wide global route network

For a full side-by-side table covering all airlines, see our airline baby policies compared page.