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Can you bring a bassinet on a plane with Cathay Pacific when traveling with a baby?

Learn Cathay Pacific's bassinet policy, eligibility, booking steps and tips for flying safely and comfortably with your infant.

Reviewed by:

D. Goren

Head of Content

Updated Feb, 6

Because airline child policies change — and parents shouldn’t have to hunt for answers.

Short answer: Yes — Cathay Pacific provides airline bassinets on many long‑haul flights, but they are limited and have conditions.

Reserve in advance: bassinets must be requested before travel (contact reservations or your booking office). They are allocated on a first‑come, first‑served basis.
Bulkhead seats only: bassinets are fitted to specific bulkhead seats, so you’ll need to be seated there.
Size/weight & age limits apply: there are restrictions for safe use (check exact limits with Cathay Pacific for your flight).
Use during cruise only: crew will instruct when the bassinet can be used; it’s not used during taxi, takeoff, landing or turbulence.
Bringing your own bassinet: you can usually bring a portable travel cot as checked baggage, but airlines rarely allow personal bassinets to replace the installed one — confirm with Cathay beforehand.
Confirm before travel: call Cathay Pacific or your travel agent to request and confirm a bassinet and bulkhead seat well before departure.

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