Planning a trip can be exciting—airfare is booked, bags are packed, and your itinerary is set. But what happens when an unexpected health issue, like chickenpox, shows up just before takeoff? A chickenpox diagnosis right before a trip can feel like a major setback, especially if travel dates are fixed or the journey is important. If you or your child has just been diagnosed, it’s natural to wonder: can you fly with chickenpox?
The short answer is not while you’re contagious—but there are steps you can take to manage the situation responsibly and minimize the disruption to your travel plans.