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Flying during pregnancy

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Important information

On our flights, we take care of the comfort and safety of all passengers and, in particular, taking into account the conditions under which pregnant women will feel comfortable, calm and safe during the flight.

Flying is not a problem for women with a normal pregnancy. Nevertheless, we ask pregnant women to visit a doctor before traveling for advice on the upcoming flight and registration of the necessary documents.

Even if a pregnant woman has no health problems, she must provide a MEDICAL CERTIFICATE or other document signed by a doctor and containing the following reliable information:

  • The duration of pregnancy and the planned date of delivery.
  • Confirmation that pregnancy proceeds without complications and flight is not contraindicated

The certificate must be issued no more than 7 days before the initial date of departure to the destination.

Before what period of pregnancy are flights allowed? 

 

1–31 weeks

32-35 weeks

More than 36 weeks

One child is expected

Flight is allowed

Flight is allowed

It is not allowed to fly

More than one child is expected

Flight is allowed

It is not allowed to fly

It is not allowed to fly

The optimal time for traveling by plane is considered to be the second trimester, that is, the period from 13 to 28 weeks. As a rule, it turns out to be the most comfortable during pregnancy.  In the third trimester, the child grows faster, and the load on the body increases. Therefore, if you are planning a flight at a late date, just in case, study in advance where you can seek medical help. For an overseas trip, you can get travel medical insurance. Usually, after 22 weeks, the doctor issues a card or a document book, where there is information about the course of pregnancy, and the test results are recorded. If you have such a card or book, be sure to take it with you in case of an emergency visit to a doctor, you will have as much data as possible.

Some tips for traveling during pregnancy

  • Before the flight, visit your doctor and carefully listen to his recommendations regarding long-distance flights.
  • Choose aisle seats to make it easier to get up. To improve blood circulation, especially during long-haul flights, get up and walk regularly.
  • For long flights, choose seats with increased legroom or purchase a seat in the Business Class cabin. Thanks to the additional legroom, you will be able to change their position, which will help to avoid problems with blood circulation.
  • Travel with an escort.
  • Drink plenty of water during the flight and refrain from drinks that cause dehydration (tea, coffee).
  • Do not forget to bring all your medical documents with you. If you are traveling abroad, translate these documents into English. 
  • Newborns are accepted for transportation at least 7 days old.