You should not be flying whilst still infectious i.e. 5-7 days after the spots appear usually once the last spot has crusted over. You really need to ask GP for "fit to fly" letter to prevent being stopped from boarding your flight. Phone your airline for advice if unsure.
This site gives plenty of advice http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/advice/general-travel-health-advice/air-travel.aspx
edited by dally on 11/08/2014
edited by dally on 11/08/2014
Thanks Dally - looks like she'll be staying back with my husband so I'll remind him to get the "fit to fly" letter from the GP!
<em>edited by lkuznezov on 11/08/2014</em>
Thanks everyone. I definitely agree that it's unwise to travel with her as well as irresponsible w/r/t other travelers (we've all been pregnant and aware of the dangers!). We're checking with the airlines. If anyone has the guidelines from MoH that would be great. Thanks!
My 1 y/o daughter has come down with chicken pox while we are on summer holiday home in the US. We are supposed to travel back in 3 days - does anyone know if she will be banned from entering (we all have residence visas in the UAE)? Any tips on where to find the definitive answer (MoH website has not been helpful). Thank you!!
