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Children age 2 or older

Flying with children takes a lot of planning. While you might know the answer to “Are we there yet?”, you probably need the answers to a few other things to prepare. 

We offer different programs and services based on government restrictions or the age of your child. Please read through all applicable age-related information for more details. Your child may or may not be able to use many of our programs or be responsible for other children or siblings.

Programs and services offered, based on child's age

  0 - 1    2 - 5    6 - 7    8 - 11 12 - 15  16+

Unaccompanied minor program

Mandatory

Optional

Optional

Guardian fare program
Travel alone
(as an adult) 
Be responsible for
sibling(s) or other
children 2 years
of age or older
Be responsible for
sibling(s) or other
children 5 years
of age or older

Seat selection

Children 2 years old or older need a ticket to fly. Children less than 14 years of age are eligible for family seating, for no extra charge.

Travelling with partner airlines

When flying with one of our partners, their rules for travelling with children may be different. Learn about our partner airlines and visit their website for more information.

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