@BlueDevilGirl77 wrote: These messages have been helpful, but I'm trying to understand if my stroller can be gate checked if it cannot fold? I've seen posts in this thread about bringing wagons which seem to be conditionally accepted as strollers, but what about actual strollers that can't fold? Would love some advice here as I can't imagine how awful it could be getting turned away either going through security or trying to board the plan, especially as I'll be solo with two toddlers and a dog! Traveling in THREE DAYS from now so would really love some help 🙂 I'm not sure I'm familiar with a stroller that doesn't fold or colapse in some way. Can you give us more info? According to the information on this page, any type of stroller is ok -- including "full size." But be aware that whatever type, it will be accepted conditionally, meaning that Southwest will not accept responsibility for any damage to it. So you should carefully consider if your stroller will hold up to being possibly tossed around in the cargo hold with other bags. I do know that many families purchase a travel stroller specifically for travel. From the page linked above: Strollers and Child Restraint Systems (CRSs) or car seats Customers traveling with children will be allowed to check one stroller and one Child Restraint System (CRS) or car seat per child without charge. This is in addition to the regular free baggage allowance. The stroller and CRS or car seat allowance applies to any type of stroller (umbrella, full size, jogging stroller, etc.) and CRS or car seat. The Customer may check the stroller and CRS or car seat at the curb, ticket counter, or gate. Southwest Airlines will not assume liability for damage to strollers, CRS’s or car seats. An optional Southwest-branded reusable car seat/stroller bag is available for purchase at any Southwest Airlines ticket counter for a $17 onetime fee. Bag dimensions are 42”X20.5X12.5”.
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