Taking a bike abroad...........

[Bikebandit]

Took a bike with me on a flight..let some air out of the tyres and if you got air shox let them down a bit,the bike goes in the hold which is'nt pressurised..just a tip ..oh and they'll confiscate your co2 air cartridges before you board the plane...

 

[The Ken]

My local LBS rents out hard and soft cases - if it is for one trip it might be better for you.