{"id":388032,"date":"2026-08-15T16:27:48","date_gmt":"2026-08-15T14:27:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/"},"modified":"2026-08-15T18:42:17","modified_gmt":"2026-08-15T16:42:17","slug":"keep-kids-entertained-plane","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Kids Entertained on a Plane: 10 Tips That Work by Age"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learning how to keep kids entertained on a plane doesn&#8217;t start when you buckle into your seat, it starts <strong>the moment you arrive at the airport<\/strong>. A child who walks around the terminal before departure and burns off some excess energy is usually far calmer once you&#8217;re on board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s important to have a varied arsenal of entertainment ready, but you shouldn&#8217;t unpack it right after takeoff. It works much better to <strong>dole out new little items gradually<\/strong> throughout the whole flight, rather than handing your child one big bundle of toys all at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Further down you&#8217;ll find practical tips for <strong>what works with different age groups<\/strong>, from infants all the way to school-age kids. I&#8217;ll show you which toys make the least mess and when it&#8217;s the right time to reach for the tablet with a clear conscience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a80c4f1e5a94&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a80c4f1e5a94\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kurz-letadlem-s-detmi-zabava-v-letadle.jpg\" alt=\"A laughing little boy in a plane seat and a family selfie during the flight\" class=\"wp-image-349637\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kurz-letadlem-s-detmi-zabava-v-letadle.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kurz-letadlem-s-detmi-zabava-v-letadle-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kurz-letadlem-s-detmi-zabava-v-letadle-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kurz-letadlem-s-detmi-zabava-v-letadle-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kurz-letadlem-s-detmi-zabava-v-letadle-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kurz-letadlem-s-detmi-zabava-v-letadle-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kurz-letadlem-s-detmi-zabava-v-letadle-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kurz-letadlem-s-detmi-zabava-v-letadle-1392x928.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kurz-letadlem-s-detmi-zabava-v-letadle-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A delayed return flight, no sleep, and it was still totally fine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#10_Things_You_Need_to_Know_About_Keeping_Kids_Entertained_on_a_Plane\" >10 Things You Need to Know About Keeping Kids Entertained on a Plane<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#1_Entertainment_While_Waiting_at_the_Airport_and_Logistics\" >1. Entertainment While Waiting at the Airport and Logistics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#2_What_Works_During_Takeoff_and_Landing\" >2. What Works During Takeoff and Landing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#3_The_Rule_of_Doling_Out_Activities_Every_Half_Hour\" >3. The Rule of Doling Out Activities Every Half Hour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#4_The_Wrapped-Trinkets_Trick_and_Post-it_Notes\" >4. The Wrapped-Trinkets Trick and Post-it Notes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#5_What_You_Definitely_Shouldnt_Bring_on_a_Plane\" >5. What You Definitely Shouldn&#8217;t Bring on a Plane<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#6_Entertaining_an_Infant_Under_One_Year_Old\" >6. Entertaining an Infant Under One Year Old<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#7_Entertaining_a_Toddler_and_a_Preschooler\" >7. Entertaining a Toddler and a Preschooler<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#8_The_Tablet_on_a_Plane_and_How_to_Use_It_Smartly\" >8. The Tablet on a Plane and How to Use It Smartly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#9_Headphones_for_Kids_on_a_Plane\" >9. Headphones for Kids on a Plane<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#10_Crisis_Situations_and_the_Fear_of_Embarrassment\" >10. Crisis Situations and the Fear of Embarrassment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#Practical_Summary_and_Rough_Prices\" >Practical Summary and Rough Prices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#Where_to_Next\" >Where to Next<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#Can_I_give_my_child_sleeping_medication_or_melatonin_before_a_flight_so_they_sleep_through_the_journey\" >Can I give my child sleeping medication or melatonin before a flight so they sleep through the journey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#What_should_I_do_if_my_child_has_a_cold_before_the_flight\" >What should I do if my child has a cold before the flight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#What_are_the_rules_for_liquids_and_baby_food_at_security_checkpoints\" >What are the rules for liquids and baby food at security checkpoints?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#Is_it_really_okay_if_my_child_looks_at_a_tablet_for_several_hours_on_a_plane\" >Is it really okay if my child looks at a tablet for several hours on a plane?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#Why_is_descent_harder_on_the_ears_than_takeoff_itself\" >Why is descent harder on the ears than takeoff itself?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#What_should_I_do_when_my_child_has_a_tantrum_and_cant_be_calmed_down\" >What should I do when my child has a tantrum and can&#8217;t be calmed down?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#Do_the_rules_change_at_all_for_flight_delays_when_traveling_with_children\" >Do the rules change at all for flight delays when traveling with children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/keep-kids-entertained-plane\/#Can_I_keep_my_child_in_a_baby_carrier_throughout_the_flight\" >Can I keep my child in a baby carrier throughout the flight?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  <strong>The thirty-minute rule:<\/strong> Don&#8217;t pull out all the toys before takeoff, dole out new activities gradually every half hour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>The wrapping-paper trick:<\/strong> Wrap even cheap, ordinary little items in paper, because the unwrapping alone eats up plenty of a child&#8217;s time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Screens without guilt:<\/strong> According to pediatricians, a tablet for a few hours of flying won&#8217;t harm your child, but download the content in advance for offline use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Liquids and security rules:<\/strong> Rules vary a lot by airport, some now allow up to 2 litres per container while others still enforce the strict 100 ml limit (baby food is exempt, but \u26a0\ufe0f practice can differ).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Rights in case of delay:<\/strong> The revision of EU Regulation 261\/2004 was approved on 13 July 2026, but it won&#8217;t really take effect until mid-2027.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Wired headphones:<\/strong> Wireless headphones are nice, but to plug into the in-flight system you always need a classic cable and a volume limiter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Physics and ears:<\/strong> Descent is usually far more painful for kids&#8217; ears than takeoff itself, so save your best tricks for the end of the flight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Things_You_Need_to_Know_About_Keeping_Kids_Entertained_on_a_Plane\"><\/span>10 Things You Need to Know About Keeping Kids Entertained on a Plane<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your first flight with a little traveller is coming up, your head is probably full of disaster scenarios about a tear-soaked flight and annoyed looks from other passengers. Let&#8217;s look at <strong>ten concrete tactics and rules<\/strong> that will help you handle the whole trip with a cool head, whether you&#8217;re flying with a few-month-old baby or a restless preschooler. We&#8217;ll cover everything from <strong>the laws of physics in the cabin<\/strong> to how to strategically deploy the tablet so both you and everyone around you can enjoy the flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Entertainment_While_Waiting_at_the_Airport_and_Logistics\"><\/span>1. Entertainment While Waiting at the Airport and Logistics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a80c4f1e6800&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a80c4f1e6800\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-cekani-u-gatu.jpg\" alt=\"A toddler watching planes from the airport terminal window\" class=\"wp-image-358441\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-cekani-u-gatu.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-cekani-u-gatu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-cekani-u-gatu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-cekani-u-gatu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-cekani-u-gatu-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-cekani-u-gatu-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-cekani-u-gatu-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-cekani-u-gatu-1392x928.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-cekani-u-gatu-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Waiting at the gate passes fastest by a window overlooking the planes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A successful flight doesn&#8217;t begin once you board, it begins the moment you clear airport security, which is where it all comes down to the wire. A major mistake is letting your child <strong>sit at the gate with a tablet in hand<\/strong>, because all that pent-up energy then inevitably comes out in the narrow aisle of the plane. Instead, let them walk around the terminal, show them the planes taking off through the big windows, or <strong>use an airport play area<\/strong> if one is available in your terminal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For getting around the airport we use the <strong>compact Joolz Aer travel stroller<\/strong>, which we absolutely love, because it manoeuvres brilliantly even through crowds of people. Your child should board the plane physically tired, so let them run around and explore as much as the airport&#8217;s security rules allow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: When it comes to liquids and food at the airport, pay close attention to where you&#8217;re flying from. Some airports have introduced <strong>new rules allowing liquids in containers up to two litres<\/strong>, but many terminals still enforce the strict 100 ml limit (Ryanair, for example, often flies from the older terminals). Baby food and milk are exempt from this rule, but \u26a0\ufe0f <strong>it always comes down to the individual security check<\/strong>, which may want to see the food or even taste it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_Works_During_Takeoff_and_Landing\"><\/span>2. What Works During Takeoff and Landing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most common cause of a child crying on board isn&#8217;t a fear of flying or the cramped space, it&#8217;s <strong>plain physics and the change in pressure<\/strong>. The ear pain arises when the cabin pressure fails to equalise through the Eustachian tube, and descent is usually <strong>far worse and more unpleasant<\/strong> for kids&#8217; ears than takeoff itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What really works is swallowing, because the movement of the jaw and the swallowing reflex help safely release blocked sinuses. If you&#8217;re flying with a baby, <strong>your best weapon is breastfeeding or a bottle of milk<\/strong>, or you can use a pacifier, which is a great backup for moments when your child isn&#8217;t hungry. For older kids, <strong>drinking from a bottle with a straw<\/strong> works great, as does sucking on a hard sweet or a plain piece of gum you give them right before the plane starts to descend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: On our flight to Paris, Jon\u00e1\u0161ek didn&#8217;t want to be <strong>buckled into the child seatbelt during takeoff and landing<\/strong>, which turned into a bit of a battle, but thankfully on our last flight it wasn&#8217;t a problem at all. If your child has a cold the situation is trickier, and \u26a0\ufe0f <strong>before giving any pain medication<\/strong> or nose drops you should always check with your pediatrician first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_Rule_of_Doling_Out_Activities_Every_Half_Hour\"><\/span>3. The Rule of Doling Out Activities Every Half Hour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most common mistake flight attendants see from new, nervous parents is <strong>pulling out all their carefully prepared tricks<\/strong> before the plane has even lifted off the runway. The engines haven&#8217;t even started and the child is already eating their third kind of snack, holding a switched-on tablet in one hand and examining a new light-up toy car in the other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key to success is <strong>an iron tactic and the rule of rotation<\/strong>, where you dole out activities at most every thirty minutes and don&#8217;t fire off everything right at the start. First explore the safety card in the seat pocket together, then look out the window for a while, and only when the first wave of boredom hits should you <strong>pull out the first book or toy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Once you&#8217;ve finished the book, take a little snack break, and after another twenty minutes <strong>pull out something like a magnetic puzzle<\/strong> or stickers. Kids lose focus very quickly, and if you show them the whole arsenal at once, they won&#8217;t know what to play with first, and after an hour of flying you&#8217;ll have nothing left in reserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_The_Wrapped-Trinkets_Trick_and_Post-it_Notes\"><\/span>4. The Wrapped-Trinkets Trick and Post-it Notes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&#8217;t need to raid toy shops before every holiday and spend a fortune on special travel sets, because the <strong>best tricks cost literally a couple of euros<\/strong>. It works brilliantly to buy a few completely ordinary little items from a stationery shop and carefully wrap each one in wrapping paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">New trinkets wrapped in paper <strong>take up far more of a child&#8217;s time<\/strong>, because the unwrapping and tearing of the paper is itself a huge source of fun for toddlers and part of the game. Once your child unwraps the toy, they&#8217;ll play with it for a while, and when they get bored you can <strong>pull out another mystery package<\/strong> from your backpack after the next half hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: A completely cheap and proven option for crisis situations is <strong>plain coloured Post-it notes and markers<\/strong>. You can draw faces or animals on them and your child can then stick them on the back of the seat in front of you, on the window, or on the fold-out tray, and they leave no glue residue, so you just throw them away after the flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_You_Definitely_Shouldnt_Bring_on_a_Plane\"><\/span>5. What You Definitely Shouldn&#8217;t Bring on a Plane<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a80c4f1e79cd&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a80c4f1e79cd\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/hracky.jpg\" alt=\"A toddler playing with colourful blocks and a toy car\" class=\"wp-image-359956\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/hracky.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/hracky-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/hracky-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/hracky-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/hracky-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/hracky-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/hracky-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A plane calls for toys that don&#8217;t play music, don&#8217;t beep, and don&#8217;t have dozens of pieces. Photo: Polesie Toys \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When packing the backpack for under the seat, you have to be a little selfish on behalf of the other passengers too, and <strong>eliminate anything that could drive those around you crazy<\/strong>. A plane is definitely no place for toys that play tunes, beep loudly, flash, or make any other uncontrollable noises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Likewise, steer well clear of anything <strong>made up of lots of small pieces<\/strong>, like tiny Lego or beads, because hunting for a lost brick under the seats in a dimly lit cabin is an absolute nightmare. Don&#8217;t bring anything spillable, play dough that gets ground into the carpet, or markers that <strong>aren&#8217;t easily washable with water<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: If you want to bring colouring for your child, get so-called water colouring books, where the special brush <strong>is filled only with clean water<\/strong> and the pictures colour themselves once wetted. That way there&#8217;s no risk of painted cabin walls, ruined clothes, or lost marker caps, which always roll off to exactly where you can&#8217;t reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Entertaining_an_Infant_Under_One_Year_Old\"><\/span>6. Entertaining an Infant Under One Year Old<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to most parents, getting a small baby to sleep or keeping them entertained on board is <strong>much easier than travelling with a toddler<\/strong>. Babies love white noise, and that constant monotonous hum of the engines, which mostly annoys us adults, works on infants like a giant and very effective lullaby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the baby is awake, you don&#8217;t need complex toys, but <strong>mainly sensorimotor stimulation and your attention<\/strong>. A plain packet of tissues works great, letting them pull out one tissue after another, or an empty plastic bottle into which you toss a few pieces of dry pasta to create an improvised rattle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: An absolute lifesaver is a baby carrier, into which you strap the baby and <strong>can slowly stroll up and down the aisle<\/strong>, because the movement and the beat of your heart work reliably. But remember safety, you can only use the carrier at cruising altitude, and during takeoff or landing the baby must always be secured with a special seatbelt on your lap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Entertaining_a_Toddler_and_a_Preschooler\"><\/span>7. Entertaining a Toddler and a Preschooler<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is objectively the hardest age group, because the child already wants to walk, discover the world, and <strong>can&#8217;t yet hold their attention<\/strong> on a single feature-length film. The holy grail for this age is reusable stickers for the plane window or a magnetic drawing board, which has no markers but is drawn on with a special pen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preschoolers already love stories and focused activity, so it pays to pack <strong>books with lots of stickers<\/strong> or a so-called quiet book, which is a fabric book full of zips, buttons, and strings. A tried-and-tested free trick is to grab a printed toy or perfume catalogue at the airport duty-free shops, which kids can flip through, fascinated, for many long minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: A great trick for toddlers is to bring <strong>paper tape printed with a road design<\/strong>, which you simply stick onto the fold-out plastic tray. Your child can drive a little toy car along it, keeping busy, and then before landing you peel the tape off in one motion without a trace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_The_Tablet_on_a_Plane_and_How_to_Use_It_Smartly\"><\/span>8. The Tablet on a Plane and How to Use It Smartly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a80c4f1e87a8&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a80c4f1e87a8\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sluchatka.jpg\" alt=\"A girl with headphones watching a tablet\" class=\"wp-image-359962\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sluchatka.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sluchatka-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sluchatka-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sluchatka-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sluchatka-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sluchatka-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sluchatka-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Keep the tablet as your last weapon and download the content in advance. Photo: RDNE Stock project \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plenty of parents have fairly strict screen-time rules at home, and on a plane they&#8217;re then plagued by enormous guilt when they put on a cartoon for their child. But experts on child development agree that <strong>a screen for a few hours of flying won&#8217;t ruin anything<\/strong>, and the position of the American Academy of Pediatrics clearly states that using media to keep a child entertained on a long flight causes no harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But keep the tablet in reserve as <strong>your very last and strongest weapon<\/strong> for moments when your child truly can&#8217;t take any more, is tired, or the flight is dragging on unpleasantly. Don&#8217;t combine it with other toys right from the start, and always make sure you have all their favourite content downloaded in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Relying on in-flight Wi-Fi is a huge risk, because it tends to be expensive, extremely slow, or missing entirely on plenty of flights. <strong>Download four times more content to the device<\/strong> than you think you&#8217;ll actually need, because kids on a plane often switch around, and what they love at home may stop entertaining them in an unfamiliar environment after five minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Headphones_for_Kids_on_a_Plane\"><\/span>9. Headphones for Kids on a Plane<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A plane cabin is a surprisingly very noisy environment, and the monotonous roar of the engines pushes kids to turn cartoons on the tablet up to the absolute maximum, which isn&#8217;t ideal for their hearing. If you want to play a film or an interactive game for them, <strong>good headphones are an absolute must<\/strong>, but you have to choose very carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kids&#8217; headphones with a volume limit dampen the engine noise and guarantee that your child can&#8217;t accidentally turn the sound up to a dangerous level (\u26a0\ufe0f even though exact figures on safe decibels on planes often vary). Many parents swear by <strong>headphones with active noise cancellation (ANC)<\/strong>, which create a calmer bubble for older kids and relieve them of the fatigue from the constant hum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Even though wireless Bluetooth headphones are a huge hit today, on a plane they always <strong>need a detachable classic cable too<\/strong>. Many older in-seat in-flight entertainment systems won&#8217;t pair wirelessly at all, and if you wanted to plug the headphones into some sound toy, it simply won&#8217;t work without a cable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Crisis_Situations_and_the_Fear_of_Embarrassment\"><\/span>10. Crisis Situations and the Fear of Embarrassment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a80c4f1e8e57&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a80c4f1e8e57\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-v-kabine.jpg\" alt=\"A family with a little boy sitting together in the plane cabin\" class=\"wp-image-358410\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-v-kabine.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-v-kabine-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-v-kabine-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-v-kabine-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-v-kabine-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-v-kabine-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-v-kabine-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-v-kabine-1392x928.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-v-kabine-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The hardest moments are takeoff and landing, when the child has to be buckled up.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And now for the worst-case scenario we all dread, even when we do everything right and have a bag full of snacks and a charged tablet. The child simply decides they&#8217;ve had enough, <strong>starts crying, arches into a bow<\/strong>, and you feel half the passengers turning to look at you as your cheeks flush with dread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In that moment you have to stop and take a breath, because your own nervousness won&#8217;t help your child on board in any way, and the stress just transfers onto them. You paid for your ticket exactly like everyone else, and <strong>your child has an absolute right to be on that plane<\/strong>, because a plane is simply a means of public transport, not a quiet zone in a library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The people who frowned at you while boarding will scatter to the baggage belts after landing and <strong>completely forget within ten minutes<\/strong> that there was a crying toddler on their flight. Prepare a few rescue lines in advance, smile, and tell your neighbours that the child is teething or that their ears hurt from the pressure, which instantly reassures the vast majority of people and shows them you&#8217;re actively dealing with the situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Summary_and_Rough_Prices\"><\/span>Practical Summary and Rough Prices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When packing and planning a flight with kids, it&#8217;s good to have a quick overview of what to bring by age and what the current rules are. Below you&#8217;ll find two practical tables to help you get your bearings on the most important points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What to pack for your child by age (Activity catalogue):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Child&#8217;s age<\/th><th>Best activities for the plane<\/th><th>What to avoid<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Infants (0-1 year)<\/strong><\/td><td>Fabric books, tissues, empty bottle with pasta, baby carrier<\/td><td>Noisy rattles, small parts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Toddlers (1-3 years)<\/strong><\/td><td>Reusable stickers, water colouring books, Post-it notes, magnetic board<\/td><td>Markers, play dough, spillable toys<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Preschoolers (3-6 years)<\/strong><\/td><td>Quiet book (fabric book), activity workbooks, airport catalogues, tablet (offline)<\/td><td>Toys with lots of small pieces (small Lego)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>School-age kids (6+ years)<\/strong><\/td><td>E-reader, travel board games (Dobble, Uno), tablet, good wired headphones<\/td><td>Relying on in-flight Wi-Fi<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Current rules and limits for 2026:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Rule \/ Situation<\/th><th>Current status and validity<\/th><th>What to watch out for<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Liquids over 100 ml<\/strong><\/td><td>Some airports now allow up to 2 litres<\/td><td>Many terminals still enforce the 100 ml limit!<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Baby food and milk<\/strong><\/td><td>Exempt from the 100 ml limit (governed by the airport, not the airline)<\/td><td>\u26a0\ufe0f Security may want to see\/taste the food<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Passenger rights (EU 261)<\/strong><\/td><td>Revision approved 13 July 2026<\/td><td>Won&#8217;t really take effect until mid-2027<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sleep aids (Melatonin)<\/strong><\/td><td>Do not give to children under 2<\/td><td>For older kids \u26a0\ufe0f <strong>only<\/strong> after consulting a doctor<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Child seatbelt on the plane<\/strong><\/td><td>Mandatory for children under 2 on your lap during takeoff\/landing<\/td><td>You can&#8217;t have the child in a carrier during takeoff and descent<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Next\"><\/span>Where to Next<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a family holiday is coming up and you want to be sure you have everything under control, definitely check out our other articles. In them we&#8217;ve written up detailed experiences and practical guides that will save you plenty of stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flying-with-children-guide\/\">Flying with kids: the complete guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/airplane-seating-children\/\">Where to sit with a child on a plane<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=358635\">Luggage for kids on a plane<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-cabin-backpack-sizes\/\">Cabin backpack: how to choose the right one<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lofoten-norway-with-kids\/\">Lofoten with kids<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785326772000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_give_my_child_sleeping_medication_or_melatonin_before_a_flight_so_they_sleep_through_the_journey\"><\/span>Can I give my child sleeping medication or melatonin before a flight so they sleep through the journey?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>We never recommend giving children sleeping medication just for comfort during a flight. Melatonin should not be given to children under 2 years old at all, and for older children it can only be considered \u26a0\ufe0f exclusively after thorough consultation with your pediatrician. It&#8217;s better to focus on timing the flight during your child&#8217;s natural sleep time and tire them out properly before boarding.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785326772001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_if_my_child_has_a_cold_before_the_flight\"><\/span>What should I do if my child has a cold before the flight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Flying with a cold can be painful for children due to sinus pressure. If your child has a cold, parents often recommend applying nasal spray before takeoff and again before descent, but \u26a0\ufe0f always consult with a doctor beforehand about using any medications or drops with young children. For infants who can&#8217;t blow their nose, a quality nasal aspirator is invaluable.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785326772002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_rules_for_liquids_and_baby_food_at_security_checkpoints\"><\/span>What are the rules for liquids and baby food at security checkpoints?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>From 1 October 2025, more relaxed rules (up to 2 litres per container) apply ONLY at certain airports&#8217; newer terminals. At many airports, including older terminals, the strict 100 ml limit still applies. Baby food and breast milk are exempt from this rule, but \u26a0\ufe0f security may request to see or taste it.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785326772003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_really_okay_if_my_child_looks_at_a_tablet_for_several_hours_on_a_plane\"><\/span>Is it really okay if my child looks at a tablet for several hours on a plane?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Child development experts, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, agree that screen time for a few hours on a flight won&#8217;t harm your child. A plane is an exceptional stressful situation and using media to entertain your child causes no damage. What&#8217;s important is to have content downloaded in advance for offline mode and use the tablet as one of your last options.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785326772004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_descent_harder_on_the_ears_than_takeoff_itself\"><\/span>Why is descent harder on the ears than takeoff itself?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>During descent, the surrounding pressure increases and pushes on the eardrum from outside, making it harder to equalize pressure through the Eustachian tube. That&#8217;s why children often cry during descent even if they handled takeoff without problems. It&#8217;s crucial to time breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or chewing candy for the moment when the captain announces the beginning of descent.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785326772005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_when_my_child_has_a_tantrum_and_cant_be_calmed_down\"><\/span>What should I do when my child has a tantrum and can&#8217;t be calmed down?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Above all, try to stay calm yourself, because your nervousness will immediately transfer to your child. Don&#8217;t let other passengers&#8217; looks upset you \u2013 you paid for your ticket just the same as they did and your child has the right to be on the plane. You can politely tell your neighbours that your child&#8217;s ears hurt or they&#8217;re teething, which usually immediately eases the tension.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785326772006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_the_rules_change_at_all_for_flight_delays_when_traveling_with_children\"><\/span>Do the rules change at all for flight delays when traveling with children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The revision of the European regulation EU 261\/2004 on passenger rights, which also addresses situations for families with children, was approved on 13 July 2026, but due to a transition period won&#8217;t actually come into effect until mid-2027. Until then, you must rely on existing rules, where an infant on your lap without their own seat often has no right to any financial compensation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785326772007\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_keep_my_child_in_a_baby_carrier_throughout_the_flight\"><\/span>Can I keep my child in a baby carrier throughout the flight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A baby carrier is a huge help that lets you walk in the aisle with a fussy baby, but you may only use it during cruise altitude. During takeoff, descent, landing, and whenever the fasten seatbelt sign is illuminated due to turbulence, your child must always be taken out of the carrier and securely fastened with the infant belt on your lap.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to keep a restless child entertained on a plane, avoid hysterical crying, and survive a long flight without needless stress or guilt over the tablet.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":359956,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Keep Kids Entertained on a Plane: 10 Tips by Age","rank_math_description":"How to keep kids entertained on a plane: 10 tried-and-tested tips by age, from infants to school-age. Survive a long flight stress-free. Read on!","rank_math_focus_keyword":"kids entertained on a plane","rank_math_seo_score":""},"categories":[320,335],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-388032","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-travel","category-travel-tips"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/hracky.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Lucie Kone\u010dn\u00e1","author_link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/author\/lucie-konecna\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/388032","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=388032"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/388032\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":388033,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/388032\/revisions\/388033"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/359956"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=388032"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=388032"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=388032"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}