1. Should pregnant women fly?

To avoid unforeseen risks, pregnant women planning to fly should comply with airline regulations and honestly declare their health status to ensure the safety of both mother and baby.

The ideal time for pregnant women to fly is from week 18 to 24 of pregnancy. You should also note that after the 36th week, flying is not allowed, which is also a recommendation from doctors for those who are pregnant with twins or have a history of high blood pressure.

2. Information on flight regulations for pregnant women from airlines

• Vietnam Airlines' flight regulations for pregnant women

Passengers should note that the pregnancy period is calculated from the date of flight.

For pregnant women under 32 weeks, Vietnam Airlines accepts them as regular passengers. Documents proving health and gestational age are required.

If pregnant from 32 to under 36 weeks, health confirmation is required if in one of the special cases such as pregnancy by assisted reproductive technology or having previously carried multiple pregnancies. Passengers need to prepare health records as required. (MEDIF I & MEDIF II)

Pregnant women from 36 weeks or more will not be transported for health safety reasons.

Note: Medical documents must be issued by a specialist at a recognized medical facility. Some countries have their own regulations on entry for pregnant women, so passengers need to learn and bring certified medical records in English.

• Vietjet Air's regulations for pregnant women

Passengers should inform the airline of their pregnancy when purchasing tickets and when checking in.

Women who are 27 weeks pregnant or more must provide evidence of their pregnancy and sign a liability waiver with the airline.

Women who are 27 to 32 weeks pregnant must have a medical certificate issued within 7 days of the flight date.

Vietjet does not accept pregnant women over 32 weeks.

• Bamboo Airways' regulations for pregnant women traveling by plane

Pregnant women under 28 weeks are allowed to travel by plane if they have a pregnancy examination book and ultrasound scan.

From week 28 to under 32, a pregnancy examination paper with a doctor's confirmation of health status is required. The document is valid for 15 days. If there are no health problems during the trip, the document is still accepted for the next flight.

From week 32 to under 36, a MEDIF II medical information form or a doctor's confirmation of health status is required. If there are no health problems, the document is also accepted for the next flight.

Pregnant women from 36 weeks and above are not allowed to travel by plane.