Wheelchairs have become lighter as compared to the typical 40 lb models. Take for instance, the Nissin Lightweight Travel Chair that weighs only 13 lbs. Sturdy enough to take in a weight capacity of over 200 lbs, this easily foldable aluminum chair is your best choice as a traveling wheelchair. The aluminum frame is durable and lightweight, and none of the requirements of a typical wheelchair is overlooked. The travel chair comes with step-on brakes at the rear wheels, footrests and arm rests that can be flipped up. Nissin offers a limited lifetime warranty on the frame and a year on the wheelchair parts. The only downside about this travel wheelchair is its price of close to $900.

 If you have already spent a load on your travel fare and don’t want to blow your budget, perhaps the foldable lightweight Transport is worth considering. This 23-lb wheelchair is priced at only $250 and has a capacity of 300 lb. Extremely portable and lightweight, this travel wheelchair also comes with seat belts and stain-resistant seats. In addition to that, a lighter cousin of the Transport is the 21-lb foldable lightweight Travel Chair which costs only $200 with a supporting capacity of 200 lb. Furthermore, a seat belt and dual wheel lock system are also included.