How many weeks pregnant before you have to stop flying?

Generally, commercial air travel before week 36 of pregnancy is considered safe if you have a healthy pregnancy. Still, if you’re pregnant, check with your health care provider before you fly.

How many weeks pregnant can you fly United Airlines?

If you’re pregnant and traveling before your 36th week, you can travel on a United flight without medical documentation. If you’ve reached your 36th week or after, you’ll need an obstetrician’s certificate — the original and two copies — stating that you’re fit for air travel.

Are there any restrictions on flying while pregnant?

No restrictions. Travel permitted; requires a medical certificate dated within 10 days of departure date. For flights longer than four hours, travel is not permitted after 36 weeks of pregnancy (32 weeks if pregnant with multiples), or within 48 hours of normal vaginal delivery.

When is it safe for pregnant women to travel?

Most airlines allow pregnant women to fly domestically until about 36 weeks of pregnancy. Your ob-gyn or other health care professional can provide proof of your due date if you need it. If you are planning an international flight, the cut-off for traveling may be earlier. Check with your airline.

Do you need a medical certificate to fly with American Airlines during pregnancy?

For example, Delta Airlines currently has no restrictions on flying during pregnancy and doesn’t require a medical certificate. But American Airlines requires a doctor’s certificate if your due date is within four weeks of your flight. It must state that you’ve been recently examined and are cleared to fly.

Can a pregnant woman fly in the third trimester?

Most airlines in the United States allow pregnant women to fly domestically in their third trimester before the 36th week. Some international flights restrict travel after 28 weeks.