Can you bring a baby blanket on a plane with Sun Country Airlines when traveling with a baby?

 

Bringing a Baby Blanket on Sun Country Airlines

 

Yes — you can bring a baby blanket on board when traveling with a baby on Sun Country Airlines. A baby blanket is considered an essential infant item and is allowed in the cabin. It can be carried in your arms, folded inside a diaper bag or carry-on, or draped over a stroller or car seat that you bring to the gate.

What to expect at the airport and on board:

• Security screening: Blankets are allowed through TSA screening, but they will go through the X-ray machine. Security officers may ask you to open or shake out the blanket or do a manual inspection if needed.
• No separate fee: Bringing a blanket for your baby is not something airlines charge for — it’s treated like a personal/infant accessory rather than a piece of checked baggage.
• Carry-on vs. checked: It’s best to keep baby blankets with you in the cabin rather than checked luggage so you have them during the flight and at the gate. Checked baggage can be delayed or lost.
• Strollers and car seats: If you gate-check a stroller or carry a car seat, you can still have a blanket to cover or warm the baby while using those items. Keep in mind gate-check procedures vary by airport and aircraft.
• Onboard use and safety: Blankets are fine for warmth and comfort, but during takeoff, landing, and turbulence make sure the baby is secured properly — either held safely with an approved infant restraint device (if you’re using one) or as recommended by the crew. Avoid tucking heavy layers or loose blankets around an infant’s face.

Practical tips to make travel with a blanket easier:

• Bring at least two blankets — one in use and a spare in your bag in case of spills or if you need a dry one.
• Fold or roll the blanket so it fits inside your diaper bag or personal item for easy access.
• Use a lightweight breathable blanket for the cabin to avoid overheating; layers are better than a single thick blanket.
• If you nurse or use the blanket as a modesty cover, keep it handy and clean so crew or security won’t need to dig through other bags.
• Label or choose a distinct blanket so it’s less likely to be left behind at the gate or on the aircraft.

Bottom line: Pack the baby blanket in your carry-on or diaper bag and bring it through security. It’s allowed on Sun Country flights and is a common, free item to have for your infant’s comfort. Be prepared for routine screening and keep the baby safely secured during critical phases of flight.