Unaccompanied Minors

The minimum age for unaccompanied minors to travel varies among airlines, but it is typically around 5 years old.

Unaccompanied minors need to have a birth certificate, passport, and a parental consent form signed by both parents or legal guardians.

The fee for unaccompanied minors to travel on an airplane typically ranges from $25 to $100, depending on the airline.

The parent or guardian must accompany the child to the check-in counter, and the airline will provide a special escort to assist the child through security and to the gate.

If an unaccompanied minor's flight is delayed or canceled, the airline will provide a hotel room, a meal voucher, and arrange for the child to be rebooked on the next available flight.

Parents of unaccompanied minors should arrive at the airport early, pack a carry-on bag with essential items, and dress the child in comfortable clothing.

Unaccompanied minors should listen to the instructions of the airline staff, stay with the group of other unaccompanied minors, and not talk to strangers.

The airline escort for unaccompanied minors helps the child check in and go through security, accompanies the child to the gate and onto the plane, and stays with the child during the flight.

The airline escort will meet the child and take them to the baggage claim area, where they will be met by a parent or guardian.

Unaccompanied minors may feel scared or anxious, get lost in the airport, or miss their flight.

Using an unaccompanied minor service provides peace of mind for parents, a safe and secure travel experience for the child, and assistance with check-in, security, and boarding.

The maximum age at which a child can travel as an unaccompanied minor on most airlines is typically 12 years old.

Unaccompanied minors should pack snacks and drinks, a change of clothes, and entertainment items in their carry-on bag.

Unaccompanied minors should ask an airline employee, a fellow passenger, or use the airline's app or website if they have a question or need help while traveling.

Parents can talk to their child about the process, practice checking in and going through security, and pack a special bag for the child to prepare them for traveling as an unaccompanied minor.