cm / kg in / lbs
Mountain Buggy Nano V3: Airline Compatibility
5.9 kg
54 x 51 x 30 cm
Mid-size
The Nano V3 was designed specifically for travel, with a fold that fits most airline overhead bins and a frame that accepts infant car seats without adapters. At 5.9 kg, it is easy to carry one-handed through the airport. The wide fold footprint is its main limitation.
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Overall
of 48 strollers
#5
Lightest
of 48 strollers
#33
Smallest fold
of 48 strollers
6%
Carry-on rate
3 of 48 airlines
Traveling with the Mountain Buggy Nano V3
At the airport
At 5.9 kg the Nano V3 is light enough to carry one-handed through security, though its 54x51x30 cm fold is taller than some competitors. The unique selling point is its built-in travel system compatibility, letting you click an infant car seat directly onto the frame without adapters. Parents find the fold intuitive and quick, making the security line less stressful even when juggling a baby and bags.
On the plane
The folded dimensions of 54x51x30 cm are too large for most overhead bins, so you will be gate checking this stroller on nearly every flight. The good news is it folds compactly enough to fit in the jet bridge area without issues. Parents report that gate agents rarely give it a second look. It holds up well to the rigors of gate checking thanks to a sturdy aluminum frame.
Good to know
The Nano V3 is best suited for families who want a travel stroller that doubles as a car seat frame for newborns. It accepts most infant seats directly, which is rare in this weight class. The trade-off is a bulkier fold compared to ultra-compacts like the Babyzen YOYO2 or Cybex Libelle. The ride quality is decent for a travel stroller but the small wheels struggle on rough terrain. Best for airport-to-taxi families rather than cobblestone explorers.
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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 21cm too wide and 15cm 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 11cm too wide and 7cm 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 15cm too wide and 7cm 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 15cm too wide and 7cm 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 15cm too wide and 7cm 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 11cm too wide and 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 6cm too wide and 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 15cm too wide and 7cm 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 11cm too wide and 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 15cm too wide and 7cm 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 6cm too wide and 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 13cm too wide and 8cm 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 15cm too wide and 7cm 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 6cm too wide and 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 10cm too wide and 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 15cm too wide and 7cm 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 6cm too wide and 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 11cm too wide and 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 15cm too wide and 7cm 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 21cm too wide and 15cm 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 31cm too wide and 10cm 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 16cm too wide and 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 11cm too wide and 7cm 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 11cm too wide and 7cm 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 15cm too wide and 7cm 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 11cm too wide and 7cm 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 21cm too wide and 15cm 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 11cm too wide and 10cm 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 11cm too wide and 7cm 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 16cm too wide and 8cm 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 15cm too wide and 7cm 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 11cm too wide and 7cm 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.
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