Is Flying safe during pregnancy?
Usually fine; most airlines allow flying until 36 weeks. Check your airline's rules, pick an aisle seat, and move around.
What the sources say
CDC says most commercial airlines allow pregnant travelers to fly until 36 weeks, though some may be advised to avoid flying in the second half; check the airline. The risk of blood clots (DVT) is at least 5 times higher in pregnancy, though absolute risk is low, so consider an aisle seat. Wear the seatbelt low across the upper thighs. Cosmic radiation during flights poses little threat to the fetus. CDC says air travel should not be a barrier to breastfeeding or pumping.
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Sources
Last reviewed . This is general information, not medical advice. Ask your doctor or midwife about your own situation.