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Airplane Essentials for Traveling with Toddlers
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items Flying with a toddler? Don’t stress—this list has everything you need to survive (and maybe even enjoy) your flight. These mom-tested airplane essentials are perfect for keeping little ones comfy, entertained, and meltdown-free at 30,000 feet.
This bag is perfect for travel. It is spacious and will fit a ton of items, but it will fit under the seat on an airplane. It also has a strap that you can put over your carryon handle for easy transport through the airport.
Boxy Diaper Backpack - Pink - Cloud Island™
These are super helpful to keep organized. They come in various sizes, so you won't have to dig through your bag to find what you need.
4pc Packing Cube Set - Open Story™ Muddy Aqua: Zipper & Drawstring Closure
These are a must-have for the plane if you have a toddler! They're spill proof, so you don't have to worry about and dropped snacks. They're also easy to access, so your toddler can eat their snack peacefully.
WeeSprout Snack Containers, Food Grade Silicone Cups, Spill-Proof Tops for Toddlers & Babies - Set of 2 (Matte Blue, Matte Pink)
I always keep these on hand when I travel. From the airplane seat to the hotel room, these are easy to use and help make sure germs stay away during your vacation.
Clorox Fresh Scent Disinfecting Wipes - 75ct
Airplane rides can be tough for young children, so keeping them busy is important. I make sure I have these on hand so my child can watch the tv on the plane or their own tablet.
Insten Kids Headphones with Microphone, Wired Headset 3.5mm Adjustable Foldable with Volume Limiter for Toddler & School, Pink
This tablet is perfect for those long airplane rides. You can control what your child downloads and watches. Just download their favorite movies or shows before the flight, and they'll be occupied the whole trip.
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro Tablet (2024) - Discovery
Your child will feel so grown up with their own travel accessories. These are comfortable and will encourage your child to nap on the flight.
Minnie Mouse Kids Travel Set with Neck Pillow, Eye Mask, and Luggage Tag - Disney Magic on the Go!
I love these water bottles because they don't leak and you can just throw them in your airplane bag without worrying if they will make a mess.
Simple Modern 14oz Summit Water Bottle
This is perfect for airplanes because kids can use the case as a hard surface to draw on. They are also mess free, so no need to worry about getting marker anywhere but the paper.
Crayola Color Wonder Stow & Go Coloring Studio
I always make sure to bring a blanket onto an airplane for my toddler in case it is cold. It also keeps them comfortable and at ease.
Everything Kids Light Blue and White Cloud Super Soft Toddler Blanket
These will help with ear pressure relief (and also bribery!)
Dum Dums Original Mix Lollipops Candy – 13oz
It's always better safe than sorry to have a first aid kit on hand. This one will fit nicely in a travel bag without taking up too much room.
Johnson & Johnson First Aid Kit - 80ct
Spray hand sanitizers are so much easier to apply to kids. Mine is always excited to get a quick spray on her hands, and I know it is keeping the germs away, too.
The Honest Company Hand Sanitizer Spray - Coastal Surf - Trial Size - 2 fl oz
These snack packs are perfect for hungry toddlers on a plane.
Annie's Homegrown Variety Snack Pack - 12ct/11oz
These are healthy, delicious, and the perfect size for traveling!
That's It. Strawberry Banana Mini Fruit Bars - 10ct/7oz