Can My Minor Child Fly Alone Internationally?: Check Details

Yes, multiple airlines allow minor children to travel alone, but they must follow certain instructions, which vary according to the airline or destination. Certain charges are applicable for unaccompanied minors traveling alone, which are between 120 USD and 160 USD. The minor's guardian needs to make the flight booking well before the flight's departure, but if you do not have complete information about the international flight minor solo policies, go through the below.

• The airlines will not allow minor travelers between the ages of 0 and 4 to travel to an international destination. The minor child's age must be above 04. 
• If the child is under 08, they can only travel on direct flights. The child's age must be above 08 to travel on a connecting flight. 
• Documents required at the airport are photo ID, Address, Contact number, and details of the adult who is receiving the minor passengers at the destination airport. 
• The parents or the responsible adult must be available at the airport until check-in at both departure and destination airports. 
• The child can only get the option to make the check-in through the airport counter of the airline, and for that, they will need to reach the airport prior 02 hours before departure. 
• In case of any delay or cancellation, airline executives inform the child's parents or take all the necessary steps to arrange a seat on the next possible flight. 
• The airlines will not allow children to travel alone with the overnight connecting flights.

What services are provided for unaccompanied minors?

There are different services provided by the airlines for unaccompanied minors so that they can enjoy the trip and complete the trip in a hassle-free manner. If passengers do not have information about its services, they must go through below. 

• The child passenger will get the option of early boarding and exit from the flight at the departure airport. 
• If your child is traveling on the connecting flight, they will get the facility of a staff member who will receive them at the airport and take them to the next flight.
• The child will have the option of lounge access, so if the flight is delayed, they can take proper rest. 
• The airlines offer child passengers the facility of special wristbands so that every passenger can identify them easily.

How do I book a flight for a minor flying solo internationally?

There are different options available to make Unaccompanied minor bookings, but the most convenient medium is the official website. The online option will help you check the actual fare price, available seats, etc. However, while booking online, selecting the correct age group and knowing the process using the below points is essential.

• Find out the airline's official website. 
• Now tap over the new booking page and choose to fill out the departure and destination name.
• After that, select the travel date, number of passengers, and type of your booking.
• Further, search for the flight and select according to your preference.
• Next, provide the contact information and save the details 
• Last pay charges booking amount and make the reservation of the flight.