Flying With a Baby on Vueling: Everything You Need to Know (2026)
By BabyTravel UK Editorial Team · Last updated July 2026
Quick answer
Vueling charges a flat infant fee ranging from around €14.99 to €154.99 depending on route length. Minimum age is 7 days. No bassinets on any route. Pushchairs are gate-checked free of charge. You receive an extra 5 kg baby bag on top of your standard cabin allowance. Both forward and rear-facing car seats are permitted when a seat is booked for your child.
Infant lap seat policy and fees
Vueling uses a flat fee structure for lap infants, but the flat fee varies considerably depending on the route. Short European hops can be as low as around €14.99, while longer or more popular routes can reach €154.99. Unlike percentage-based pricing (BA, KLM, TAP), you know the exact figure upfront — but that figure can be significant on certain routes. Always check the current fee for your specific booking on Vueling's website before committing.
The minimum age to fly with Vueling is 7 days, one of the lower minimums among the airlines reviewed here, alongside BA. Bring your baby's passport and birth certificate to the airport. If flying within the first few weeks, a letter from your GP or midwife confirming fitness to fly is strongly advisable as a precaution.
Vueling operates a one infant per adult rule. Infants cannot be seated in exit rows. The infant must travel on the same itinerary as the accompanying adult.
Pushchair and stroller rules
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Pushchairs on Vueling must be gate-checked at the boarding gate, free of charge. No pushchairs are permitted in the cabin — this applies to all models including compact strollers like the Babyzen YOYO² and Bugaboo Butterfly. Gate-checking is free and your pushchair is returned at the jet bridge or baggage reclaim — confirm which at the gate when you hand it over.
Gate-checking means you use your pushchair through the terminal, fold it at the aircraft door, and Vueling staff load it into the hold. A padded gate-check bag like the Huckaboo Stroller Travel Bag or the Bugaboo compact transport bag protects your pushchair from scuffs and damage during hold handling. For more on gate-checking generally, see our complete flying with a baby guide.
Three flight-friendly pushchairs worth packing
Vueling gate-checks every pushchair, so you want a model that's light to carry through the terminal and quick to fold at the aircraft door. These three are the compact, easy-fold favourites for flying — and they slip into the overhead locker on airlines that do allow cabin pushchairs.
Bugaboo Butterfly
One-second one-hand fold, self-standing, and a comfy seat for longer days — the most refined of the cabin-sized trio.
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Babyzen YOYO²
The original cabin stroller — folds tiny with a shoulder strap for carrying hands-free, and a huge accessory range that grows with your baby.
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Joolz Aer+
At around 6kg it's the lightest here, with a high handlebar that suits taller parents and a one-hand fold that drops into its own bag.
Check price on AmazonSee how they compare in our cabin-friendly stroller guide.
Bassinet / skycot availability
Vueling does not offer bassinets on any route. The airline operates primarily within Europe and on medium-haul routes, and its aircraft are not configured with bulkhead bassinet fittings. Your baby will be on your lap for the entire flight on all Vueling services.
If you're using Vueling as part of a connecting journey to a longer-haul destination, the leg with the other carrier (such as Iberia on an IAG codeshare) may offer bassinet availability on long-haul aircraft. Always check the specific aircraft and booking conditions for each leg separately. For carriers offering bassinets, see our airline comparison.
Car seat policy
Vueling permits both forward and rear-facing car seats in the cabin, provided your child has their own seat booked and paid for. This is a more flexible policy than Wizz Air (rear-facing only) or Aer Lingus (no car seats in cabin at all). The car seat must meet Vueling's approval requirements — check the current approved list before travel as not all models are accepted.
If you're travelling to a destination and will need a car seat on arrival, Vueling allows car seats to travel in the hold free of charge alongside a gate-checked pushchair. Our guide to car seats on planes covers the full rules across airlines.
Aircraft-approved travel car seats
Flying Vueling with a car seat? A compact, aircraft-approved seat is easiest to carry, gate-check and use at your destination — and, on airlines that allow car seats in the cabin, on board too (any seat used on board must carry aircraft-approval certification). These three are among the most widely available in the UK; see our full guide to using a car seat on a plane for how they compare.
Maxi-Cosi CabinoFix
The most accessible aircraft-approved infant seat — light, straightforward to fit and widely stocked in the UK.
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BeSafe iZi Go Modular i-Size
The strongest safety pedigree here — a Scandinavian i-Size infant seat with an excellent crash-test reputation.
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Doona Car Seat & Stroller
A full infant car seat with fold-out stroller wheels — aircraft-approved and brilliant for travel.
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Toddler on a longer flight? Consider a Child Airplane Safety Travel Harness
An FAA-approved aviation harness for children 10–20 kg (roughly 1–4 years) — just ~500 g, folds into a pouch, and far lighter than carrying a full car seat. Accepted by most long-haul carriers, but check it's accepted on your route before you buy.
Formula, breast milk, and baby food
On flights departing UK airports, the standard rules apply: breast milk, formula, and expressed milk are exempt from the 100 ml liquid restriction. Carry what you need for the journey. On flights departing from Spain (Barcelona, Madrid, or other Vueling hubs), the same EU exemption rules apply for baby food and milk.
Cabin crew on Vueling can warm formula or baby food using hot water on request. Vueling doesn't offer a dedicated baby meal service, so bring everything your baby needs. For sterilising bottles on the go without any electricity, a Milton Mini travel steriliser or a pack of Milton sterilising tablets is the easiest option once you're away from home. For more on navigating security with baby milk, see our breast milk and formula at UK airport security guide.
Feeding kit for the flight and beyond
A few things make bottle feeds far easier once you're away from your own kitchen — somewhere to sterilise, somewhere to wash up, and a familiar bottle that won't leak in the changing bag.
Milton Mini Travel Steriliser
Cold-water sterilising for one bottle at a time — no electricity or microwave needed, ideal for airports and hotel rooms.
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Collapsible Bowl & Bottle Brush Set
A packable bowl and brush so you can wash and rinse bottles between feeds when there's no clean sink to hand.
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Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Bottle
A widely used anti-colic bottle with a slow-flow teat — keep your baby on the same familiar bottle when you travel.
Check price on AmazonNappy bag and extra hand luggage allowance
Vueling gives parents travelling with a lap infant an extra 5 kg baby bag in addition to the adult's standard cabin baggage allowance. This extra baby bag is a genuinely useful addition — it means you're not having to choose between your belongings and nappy supplies. Five kilograms is enough for nappies, wipes, changes of clothes, formula, and some snacks.
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Adult cabin bag | Standard Vueling cabin allowance (varies by fare type) |
| Infant/nappy bag | Extra 5 kg baby bag on top of adult allowance |
| Pushchair | Free gate-check (not permitted in cabin) |
| Car seat | Free in hold; cabin if own seat purchased (forward and rear-facing permitted) |
Check your specific fare type's standard cabin allowance when booking — Vueling's base fares have a smaller personal item only, while higher fare tiers include a larger cabin bag. The extra 5 kg infant bag is available regardless of fare tier when you've added a lap infant to the booking. Use our baby hand luggage checklist to plan your cabin packing.
Organise your nappy bag for the flight
A well-organised bag makes onboard changes and feeds far less stressful in a cramped seat. A backpack-style changing bag keeps your hands free through the airport, and a couple of grab-and-go pouches save you digging around at 30,000 feet.
Joolz Changing Backpack
A backpack-style changing bag keeps both hands free for the pushchair and boarding pass, with insulated bottle pockets and an included changing mat.
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OXO Tot On-the-Go Wipes & Nappy Pouch
A slim pouch that keeps wipes moist and a couple of nappies to hand — grab it and go straight to the aircraft changing table without unpacking the whole bag.
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Skip Hop Grab & Go Double Bottle Bag
Insulated to keep two bottles or cartons at temperature through security queues and delays — handy when you can't count on getting hot water quickly.
Check price on AmazonBooking tips: how to add an infant to a Vueling booking
- Book direct on vueling.com: Add the infant as a passenger during booking. Vueling's infant fee is calculated per route and displayed at checkout. Third-party booking sites can sometimes handle infant additions less reliably, so booking direct is safer.
- Check the infant fee per leg: If you're flying a multi-leg itinerary with Vueling, the infant fee applies per flight segment. The fee shown in the comparison table is per flight, so a return journey means two fees.
- Seat selection: Vueling doesn't guarantee adjacent seating for families without paid seat selection. With a lap infant, sitting next to the other adults in your party matters — book seats together at the time of booking.
- Priority boarding: Vueling offers priority boarding through its boarding packages. Families with infants typically qualify — this is worth having, as boarding first with a baby and all your gear avoids the scramble.
- Barcelona or Madrid connections: If you're routing through a Vueling hub, factor in that your pushchair will need to be collected and re-gate-checked at the connecting airport. Build in enough connection time to handle this without rushing.
Our take on Vueling with a baby
Vueling is most relevant to UK families flying to Spain or connecting through Barcelona or Madrid to further European or South American destinations. The 5 kg extra baby bag is a useful perk, and the lower minimum age of 7 days gives more flexibility than some budget carriers. The variable infant fee is the most unpredictable element — on shorter hops it can be very reasonable, but on longer Vueling routes it can match or exceed what you'd pay on a full-service carrier. No bassinets and no cabin pushchairs are standard for this class of airline. For families flying specifically to Spanish or Portuguese destinations, comparing Vueling against easyJet, BA, or TAP Air Portugal — particularly for bassinet availability on longer routes — is time well spent. See our full airline comparison for the side-by-side view.
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Compare Travel InsuranceEssential Gear for Your Vueling Flight
Now you know the policy, here's the kit that makes the flight itself — and settling your baby at the other end — genuinely easier. These are the things parents most often wish they'd packed.
Baby ear protection — Banz Earmuffs
Noise-reducing earmuffs help a sensitive baby settle and sleep through engine drone (feeding, not muffs, is what eases ear pressure).
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Travel steriliser — Milton Mini
Cold-water sterilising for one bottle at a time — no electricity or microwave needed, ideal for hotel rooms and airports.
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Stroller gate-check bag — Huckaboo
Vueling gate-checks every pushchair, so a padded bag shields yours from scuffs and grime in the hold.
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Portable changing mat — Skip Hop Pronto
A padded, wipe-clean mat with built-in wipe and nappy pockets — a lifesaver in cramped aircraft toilets and unfamiliar bathrooms.
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Portable blackout blind — Tommee Tippee Sleeptight
Hotel and apartment curtains are rarely truly dark. This suction-fit blind gives your baby a familiar, dark room for naps and early mornings.
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White noise machine — Yogasleep Hushh
Rechargeable and pocket-sized, it masks unfamiliar hotel noise and recreates the sleep cues your baby knows from home.
Check price on AmazonTravelling light? Check whether your pushchair fits the cabin with our free Stroller Airline Size Checker. Vueling gate-checks all pushchairs whatever their size, so a compact, easy-fold model like the Bugaboo Butterfly, Joolz Aer+ or Cybex Coya makes gate-checking quick — and all three fit the overhead lockers on airlines that do allow cabin pushchairs. See our cabin stroller guide for the full picture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is an infant fare on Vueling?
Vueling uses a flat fee per route — from around €14.99 on short hops to €154.99 on longer or more popular routes. The exact fee for your specific flight is shown during booking on vueling.com. It applies per flight, so a return journey incurs the fee twice.
Can I take a stroller on Vueling?
Your pushchair travels free but must be gate-checked — it cannot go in the cabin on any Vueling flight. This applies to all pushchair types including compact models like the Babyzen YOYO². Your pushchair is returned at the jet bridge or baggage reclaim on arrival.
Does Vueling have bassinets?
No — Vueling does not offer bassinets on any route. Your baby will be on your lap for the full flight. If bassinets are important for a longer journey, see our airline comparison for carriers that do offer them.
Does Vueling allow forward-facing car seats?
Yes — Vueling permits both forward and rear-facing car seats in the cabin when a separate seat is booked for the child. This is more flexible than some carriers. The car seat must meet Vueling's approved model requirements — check the current list before travel.
What is the minimum age to fly on Vueling?
7 days. Vueling has one of the lower infant minimums among the airlines reviewed here. Bring your baby's passport and birth certificate, and carry a GP or midwife letter confirming fitness to fly if your baby is in the first few weeks of life.
What extra luggage can I bring for my baby on Vueling?
You receive an extra 5 kg baby bag on top of your standard adult cabin allowance when you've added a lap infant to the booking. Your pushchair also travels free as a gate-checked item. Use our baby hand luggage checklist to plan what to pack in that 5 kg.
Is Vueling good for flying with a baby?
Vueling works well for short to medium European routes, particularly to Spain. The extra 5 kg infant bag and lower minimum age are genuine positives. The main limitations are no bassinets, no cabin pushchair, and a variable infant fee that can be high on longer routes. Compare it directly against other carriers for your specific route using our airline comparison page.
Vueling policies are subject to change — always verify on Vueling's website before travel. Compare all airline baby policies on our airline comparison page.
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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
- easyJet — ~£27/flight, cabin stroller, infant bag allowance
- 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
- 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.