What is the best way to transport a wedding dress on an airplane?


What is the best way to transport a wedding dress on an airplane? The stash-in-bag method Co-owner Tali Gallo said their go-to method is placing the dress inside a garment bag, taking the hanger out, removing as much air as possible and rolling it up gently to fit into a hard-shell carry-on bag. Take care not to roll the bodice if it has boning, she said.


Does a wedding dress count as hand luggage?

Airlines generally count wedding dresses as carry-on items, so be sure to check with the carry-on policies and fly through security with no problems. If your dress needs to pass through security checkpoints, rest assured that the officers are required to use gloves to avoid damaging the dress.


Where do you put your garment bag on a plane?

Although lucking into closet space is the ideal scenario, experts say another option is to fold the garment bag and place it over a small carry-on in the overhead space. Travelers will want to keep watch over the bin and ensure the item doesn't get moved or crushed.


Can I take my wedding dress on a plane British Airways?

You can take your wedding dress, morning suit or bridesmaid dress as part of your hand baggage as long as it does not exceed your hand baggage allowance (i.e. number, size and weight of bags).


How do you fly with a suit and dress?

Co-owner Tali Gallo said their go-to method is placing the dress inside a garment bag, taking the hanger out, removing as much air as possible and rolling it up gently to fit into a hard-shell carry-on bag. Take care not to roll the bodice if it has boning, she said.


Is it OK to fly in a dress?

You don't have to trade in dresses for pants just because you're flying. “I don't recommend wearing skirts and dresses that are restrictive, but some knit dresses can be long, stretchy and easy to travel in,” says Caris.