cm / kg in / lbs
Joie Pact: Airline Compatibility
6 kg
24 x 52.5 x 56.5 cm
Mid-size
The Pact is Joie's standard travel stroller with a reasonable 6 kg weight and a fold that includes a carry strap. The fold dimensions are on the larger side, making overhead bins unlikely on most airlines. A solid budget pick for families who plan to gate check.
How It Ranks
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Overall
of 48 strollers
#6
Lightest
of 48 strollers
#28
Smallest fold
of 48 strollers
6%
Carry-on rate
3 of 48 airlines
Traveling with the Joie Pact
At the airport
The Joie Pact weighs 6 kg and folds to 24x52.5x56.5 cm, nearly identical to its sibling the Pact Lite but with a few more features. The fold uses a simple strap pull mechanism that becomes second nature quickly. At 56.5 cm tall when folded, it is a bit tall to carry at your side but the included carry strap helps distribute the weight. Getting through security is straightforward given the manageable weight.
On the plane
Like the Pact Lite, the 54cm folded height rules out overhead bin storage. Gate checking is the standard procedure, and the Pact handles it well. The frame is sturdy enough for repeated gate checks without developing wobbles or damage. Parents appreciate that Joie includes a rain cover as standard, which also serves as protection during gate checking in wet weather. A budget-friendly flyer that punches above its price.
Good to know
The Joie Pact offers slightly more than the Pact Lite, including a bumper bar and a slightly larger basket, for a negligible weight difference. At this price point it competes well against strollers costing two or three times as much. The seat is comfortable enough for medium-length outings but lacks the plush padding of premium options. Best for budget-conscious families who want reliable travel performance without paying for a brand name. Widely available in Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Airline Compatibility
3 carry-on 45 gate check
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Carry-on (3) 3
- Status
- Carry-on
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you can carry on
- All folded dimensions fit within this airline's carry-on size limits
- Notes
- Strollers within 115 cm linear dimensions allowed. Free under 9 kg, fee for 9-23 kg.
- Status
- Carry-on
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you can carry on
- All folded dimensions fit within this airline's carry-on size limits
- Notes
- If meets cabin baggage limits (L+W+H max 115cm, 7kg).
- Status
- Carry-on
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you can carry on
- All folded dimensions fit within this airline's carry-on size limits
- Notes
- If compact and foldable. L+W+H max 115cm. Must remain closed during flight. Counts as cabin baggage. Must be properly packed in a suitable bag prior to boarding.
Gate Check (45) 45
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Checked in with baggage. Fully collapsible pushchair free for infant/child booking, plus one of: car seat, booster, or travel cot.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Not carried in cabin. Small collapsible/umbrella strollers (max 25.5cm diameter, 92cm length) at gate. 1 stroller per child free. Returned at aircraft door.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 100L x 30W x 15H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 22.5cm too wide and 41.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers within cabin baggage dimensions. Small cabin strollers max 15x30x100 cm. Standard strollers can also replace the hand baggage allowance at max 55x35x25 cm. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 40W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 12.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Allowed on international and domestic jet services. Turboprop flights (NZ5000-NZ5999) require check-in. If flight is full, staff may ask you to gate-check.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 36W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 16.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Foldable strollers (e.g. Pockit-style) allowed within cabin baggage allowance. One stroller/pram per infant or child checked free as additional checked baggage.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 36W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 16.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Must fit standard carry-on dimensions and fit in the overhead bin. One stroller per child gate-checked free. Returned at aircraft door.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Not allowed in cabin. One stroller per child gate-checked free. Does not count as checked baggage.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 36W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 16.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Any fully collapsible stroller fitting overhead bin. Does NOT count toward carry-on allowance. 1 stroller per ticketed child free. If carrying both stroller and car seat, only one can be gate-checked.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 40W x 25H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 12.5cm too wide and 31.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact strollers allowed in cabin on domestic flights only. Must fit carry-on size limits when folded. Counts as carry-on item. One stroller per child gate-checked free. ANA lends strollers at the airport for use until the boarding gate.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 45W x 25H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 7.5cm too wide and 31.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Must fold into carry bag and fit cabin bag dims. Replaces larger cabin bag. E.g. Babyzen Yoyo. All pushchairs taken to gate. Slimline singles within 117x38x38cm get aircraft door return (orange tag). Larger/double collected at carousel.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 36W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 16.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Umbrella-type collapsible strollers if cabin stowage available. Collapsible strollers can be gate-checked. Stroller and car seat checked free for infants.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 40W x 25H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 12.5cm too wide and 31.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers allowed if cabin space available. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 36W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 16.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Small collapsible strollers fitting carry-on dimensions. Checked free at curbside, counter, or gate. Not counted as standard baggage.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 45W x 25H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 7.5cm too wide and 31.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Allowed in cabin only if folded and within 56x45x25cm (including handles/wheels) AND purchased as a large cabin bag. Most strollers do not fit. Gate-check is the standard approach. Collected at gate before boarding and placed in hold. Up to 2 items per child free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 38W x 22H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 14.5cm too wide and 34.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- One fully collapsible stroller if cabin space available and no car seat also being brought onboard. One stroller OR car seat OR carry-cot free for infants under 2. NOT returned at aircraft door. For children 2+ counts toward checked allowance.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 36W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 16.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers allowed if cabin space available. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 45W x 25H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 7.5cm too wide and 31.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers allowed if cabin space available. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 61L x 41W x 25H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 11.5cm too wide and 31.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact collapsible strollers that fit overhead bin dimensions (carry-on size: 24x16x10 in). One stroller per child gate-checked free. Returned at destination.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 36W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 16.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Must fit standard carry-on dimensions. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 45W x 25H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 7.5cm too wide and 31.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers allowed if cabin space available. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Not allowed in cabin. Gate-checked strollers returned at baggage claim, not at the gate.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 40W x 25H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 12.5cm too wide and 31.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers allowed if within cabin baggage dimensions. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Not as cabin item. Courtesy gate-check at jetbridge. 1 stroller per lap infant free. Does not count toward checked bag allowance.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 36W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 16.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Allowed if fits standard carry-on dimensions. Prams, strollers, portable cots, highchairs, and car seats all carried free as checked baggage with no oversized fee.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 100L x 30W x 15H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 22.5cm too wide and 41.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers within cabin baggage dimensions. If space allows on KLM flights, stroller goes in cabin; otherwise gate-checked. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 100L x 20W x 20H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 32.5cm too wide and 36.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Folded stroller allowed in cabin if within dimensions. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 35W x 25H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 17.5cm too wide and 31.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers allowed if cabin space available. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 40W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 12.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers within cabin baggage dimensions. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 40W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 12.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- If ticket includes overhead cabin bag, can bring approved stroller instead (not both). LowFare ticket holders must check stroller. Some airports require check-in at counter, not gate. One stroller per child gate-checked free. Gate check availability varies by airport.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 36W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 16.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Counts against adult carry-on allowance. Not permitted on Dash-8 or E190 aircraft. Free as complimentary infant item. Not available on Dash-8/E190 — must check at counter.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- One stroller, collapsible carry-cot, or pushchair per infant free in addition to infant baggage allowance.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Not allowed in cabin. 2 items of baby equipment free (pushchair, car seat, booster, or travel cot). Must tag at check-in or gate.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 40W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 12.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Umbrella strollers allowed in cabin within 20x20x100 cm. Gate check available but may vary by airport.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Strollers should be checked, not carried on. 1 stroller per ticketed child free, in addition to 2 free checked bags. Any type accepted.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Not allowed in cabin. One stroller per child gate-checked free. Does not count toward checked bag allowance.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Not allowed in cabin. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 100L x 30W x 15H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 22.5cm too wide and 41.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers within cabin baggage dimensions. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 40W x 20H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 12.5cm too wide and 36.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers allowed if cabin space available. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 40W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 12.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers within cabin baggage dimensions. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 35W x 22H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 17.5cm too wide and 34.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Only compact folding strollers (e.g. Babyzen YOYO). Counts as carry-on item. Over 20 lbs must check at counter. 1 stroller/folding wagon per child free. If carrying both stroller and car seat, only one can be gate-checked. Returned at aircraft door.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Not allowed in cabin. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 56L x 36W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 16.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Replaces (not supplements) standard carry-on bag. Up to 3 special infant items (incl pram) carried free on domestic and short-haul international.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Not allowed in cabin. One stroller per child gate-checked free.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- Not specified
- Why you need to gate check
- This airline does not allow any strollers as carry-on
- Notes
- Not allowed in cabin. One stroller per child gate-checked free. Returned at aircraft door.
- Status
- Gate check
- Carry-on limit
- 55L x 40W x 23H cm
- Why you need to gate check
- Folded size is 12.5cm too wide and 33.5cm too tall for this airline's limits
- Notes
- Compact foldable strollers within cabin baggage dimensions. Counts as trolley bag if purchased. Electric/motorized strollers not allowed. One stroller per child gate-checked free. Tagged at check-in desk, baggage drop, or boarding gate.
Product data verified March 2026