In case you haven’t heard, we’re adding to our little crew in January ’23! I’ve spent quite a bit of time thinking about the logistics of how I will travel solo with a four year old and a newborn, which sent me down a rabbit hole of double strollers that are travel-friendly. Here’s a handful of my favorite finds through my own internet research and from my Instagram community’s input.
I’ve included all relevant specs (and then some) to help guide you in your travel-stroller-decision-making process. Also included is a link to the manufacturer’s website and Amazon, as the reviews from the manufacturer tend to be more honest and transparent.
Double strollers that exceeded 25 pounds were not included on this list, as some airlines have weight restrictions for gate-checked strollers exceeding that weight limit. Always double check your preferred airline’s website for stroller specifications prior to booking.
Under $100
Delta Children City Street LX Side by Side Stroller, $74.00+
For the price, I mean. C’mon. This can’t really be beat. This is a no-frills stroller that is budget-friendly and comes highly rated, making top double-stroller lists every year since 2018. Online reviewers rave about its affordability and travel-friendly size. See it on the Delta Children’s website for more information, reviews, and color options.
✈️ This stroller must be gate-checked at the airport.
Best for: infants 6+ months old who can sit independently
Maximum weight capacity: up to 35 pounds per seat
Carseat-friendly: no
Canopy: yes
Cupholder: yes
Parent/handle storage bag: yes – canopy in seat back
Storage basket: no
Recline capability: yes
Weight: 18.3 pounds
Folded dimensions: 9.3″ W x 13.1″ D x 43.1″ H
Unfolded dimensions: 31.2” W x 29.6” D x 37.3” H
$100 – $200
Jeep Scout Double Stroller, $120+
This cutie is wildly similar to the aforementioned City Street LX. Both strollers, in fact, are manufactured by Delta Children, but for a few more bucks you can have a slightly more compact stroller. See it on the Delta Children’s website for more info.
✈️ This stroller must be gate-checked at the airport.
Best for: infants 6+ months old who can sit independently
Maximum weight capacity: 35 pounds per seat
Carseat-friendly: no
Canopy: yes
Cupholder: yes
Parent/handle storage: yes – canopy in seat back
Storage basket: no
Weight: 18.3 pounds
Folded dimensions: 11” W x 13” D x 42.1” H
Unfolded dimensions: 29.9” W x 23.4” D x 37” H
Summer Infant 3Dlite Lightweight Double Stroller, $130+
We have this stroller in the single-stroller style and have loved it for traveling on extended trips where we know there will be more time in the stroller than usual. This is the stroller I will likely invest in because I know and trust the brand and this stroller model in particular. Plus, the price! Check it out on the Summer Infant website.
✈️ This stroller must be gate-checked at the airport.
Best for: infants 6+ months old who can sit independently
Maximum weight capacity: 50 pounds per seat
Carseat-friendly: no
Canopy: yes
Cupholder: yes
Parent/handle storage: yes
Storage basket: yes
Weight: 21 pounds
Folded dimensions: unavailable
Unfolded dimensions: 33.75”L x 30”W x 42.5”H
Baby Trend Sit N Stand Ultra Tandem Stroller, $180+
This one came recommended from my Instagram community for its price point and carseat-friendliness, but everyone who recommended it said it can feel a little “clunky” compared to other travel strollers and a bit difficult to push, depending on the age of your children. You can read more about this stroller and check out extra color options on the Baby Trend website.
✈️ This stroller must be gate-checked at the airport.
Best for: newborn (in carseat, sold separately) and up
Maximum weight capacity: 50 pounds per seat
Carseat-friendly: yes; check out the carseat compatibility list here.
Canopy: front seat only
Cupholder: yes
Parent/handle storage: no
Storage basket: yes
Recline capability: front seat only
Weight: 25 pounds
Folded dimensions: 16.75″ W x 49.25″ D x 27″ H
Unfolded dimensions: 21.5” W x 49” D x 43” H
$200 – $300
Kolcraft Cloud Plus Lightweight Double Stroller, $210+
This stroller packs a big punch for the price point with a large canopy, children’s trays with cupholders, and generous storage basket underneath. Many online reviews also speak to ease in folding/expanding the stroller, which is a huge selling point for others parents out there who travel solo with their children. You can check out more details on the Kolcraft website.
✈️ This stroller must be gate-checked at the airport.
Best for: infants 6+ months who can sit independently
Maximum weight capacity: up to 40 pounds per seat
Carseat-friendly: no
Canopy: yes
Cupholder: yes
Parent/handle storage: no
Storage basket: yes
Recline capability: yes
Weight: 23 pounds
Folded dimensions: 20″L x 31″W x 33.5”H
Unfolded dimensions: 36″L x 31″W x 38”H
Century Stroll On Duo Lightweight Double Stroller, $250+
I personally prefer the “inline” style for travel strollers, because airports are busy places with lots of people who aren’t paying attention. Navigating through the crowds of people clamoring at the gate for boarding and spreading themselves all the way across the walkway is my biggest pet peeve and I’d rather have a slimmer stroller to fit through more easily. What I also really like about this stroller is it can be used with the compatible Century Lightweight Carseat (which costs about $110 and only weighs only 7 pounds), or you can recline the back seat into a baby lounger. You can take a look at more specs, and additional travel-friendly baby products, on the Century website.
✈️ This stroller must be gate-checked at the airport.
Best for: newborn (in compatible carseat OR stroller’s flat-lounger option) and up
Maximum weight capacity: up to 50 pounds
Carseat-friendly: yes, only compatible with Carry On 35 Lightweight Infant carseat
Canopy: yes
Cupholder: yes
Parent/handle storage: yes
Storage basket: yes
Recline capability: yes
Weight: 24 pounds
Folded dimensions: 28” L x 22” W x 42” H
Unfolded dimensions: 39.5” L x 22” W x 40” H
Summer 3Dpac CS+ Double Stroller, $270+
This stroller is sleek as heck and is one of the few side-by-side double strollers that will fit one carseat plus one toddler seat. And you already know I love Summer Infant brand when it comes to travel strollers. Even though this stroller is too large to put in the overhead bin of the airplane, the folded dimensions are still impressive.
This double stroller was no longer available on the Summer Infant website.
✈️ This stroller must be gate-checked at the airport.
Best for: newborn (in carseat, sold separately) and up
Maximum weight capacity: up to 50 pounds per seat
Carseat-friendly: yes, only one at a time and no adapter necessary. This stroller is compatible with Graco SungRide Click Connect, Chicco KeyFit 30, Chicco Fit2, Baby Trend Secure Snap Gear 35 & Summer Affirm 335 only.
Canopy: yes
Cupholder: yes
Parent/handle storage: yes
Storage basket: yes
Recline capability: yes
Weight: 23 pounds
Folded dimensions: 23.75” x 30” x 14.3 inches”
Unfolded dimensions: 23.75” x 42.5” x 14.3 inches”
$300 and up
Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight Sit and Stand Tandem Double Stroller, $320+
Brand new, this one is too expensive for me personally. But I’ve seen lots of these on resale websites and Facebook marketplace, so if you like what you see but don’t want to pay full price, definitely check out used! Joovy has four variations of this double stroller, each offering subtle differences based on your family’s needs. I selected this option in particular because it had the full seat in the back row and is one of their ultralight models. Check out the full line up on their website.
✈️ This stroller must be gate-checked at the airport.
Best for: newborn (in carseat, sold separately) and up
Maximum weight capacity: up to 45 pounds per seat
Carseat-friendly: yes, check the compatibility guide here
Canopy: yes
Cupholder: yes
Parent/handle storage: yes
Storage basket: yes
Recline capability: yes
Weight: 23.5 pounds
Folded dimensions: 45.25″ L x 21.25″ W x 10″ H
Unfolded dimensions: 38″ L x 21.25″ W x 42″ H
Zoe The Twin+, $449+
I love how lightweight and compact this stroller is, and the Zoe brand in particular designs gear for growing families. I also love that you can choose add-on accessories, like a protective travel bag, all-terrain wheels, snack trays, additional stroller seats (for real!) and more. If you think this is your speed and what you’re looking for, sign up for their promotional emails so you can shop sales and score discount codes.
✈️ This stroller must be gate-checked at the airport.
Best for: infants 3+ months
Maximum weight capacity: up to 45 pounds per seat
Carseat-friendly: no
Canopy: yes
Cupholder: yes
Parent/handle storage: yes
Storage basket: yes
Recline capability: yes
Weight: 19 pounds
Folded dimensions: 28” H x 29” W x 9” D
Unfolded dimensions: 40.25” H x 29″ W x 33″ D
Did your stroller make the list? Have any others to recommend that you think I should add? Let me know in the comments below!
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