What does a child need to fly United Airlines?

Planning a trip with family is definitely not going to be that much fun as you have to make so many preparations and take care of things that will help you go through the journey comfortably. Family can include adults, teenagers, senior citizens, and kids; therefore, you must know that each and everyone has been provided extra care, support, and benefits on United Airlines; when it comes to a child, the concern multiplies as they cannot handle themselves and you need to look after them. Before starting the journey with United Airlines, you should know what documents will be required so the airline easily permits the travel and you do not have to face any inconvenience. Let us discuss everything that will enlighten you about traveling with kids. 

What does a minor need to fly United?

If there are unaccompanied minors traveling, then the airline has separate rules and regulations to make the flight experience comfortable for the minors. Once you are enlightened about them and let the minor know these rules, things will become a lot easier. We have mentioned all these rules by the airline below for your convenience:

• The age limitation for our unaccompanied minors is from 5 to 14 years, and it can be optional to 17 years for those who are traveling alone. 
• The tickets for the unaccompanied minors should be booked from the official website of the airline and from a third party. 
• Make sure you provide accurate contact information and let the airline know who is picking up and dropping off your kids at the airport. 
• To ensure the safety arrangements for you, we will select the seat for the kids at least 72 hours before the scheduled departure. 

Tips for travel:

• Ask them to wait on the plane for a member from United Airlines to accompany them. 
• Make them write all the essential contact numbers and ask them to keep the list to themselves. 
• If the child has a phone or tablet, make sure it is fully charged.
• When the kids are traveling on an international flight, they need to fill out a form, which will be needed at the time of check-in. 

Is child ID requirements for air travel?

If infants or minors are traveling with their parents, then they will not be required to submit any ID or documents for the flight. However, the parents need to submit all the documents, which should be verified completely before the journey starts. Read un detail about child policy in flight.

What do you need to book a flight for a child?

You do not have to book a separate flight for the infants or unaccompanied minors, as they can be added to the already booked flights of the parents. You just need to fill out the form that will require some personal information about the child, their age, and everything related to the flight. There are some instructions and tips from the airline given when you are traveling with kids: 

• There will be an extra bag will be allowed for the infant or the minor. If the bag gets overweight, then it will be counted as adult baggage. 
• The bag of the infant can be checked in under their name. 
• Relieve the air pressure during the landing and take off by distracting them with snacks or something. 
• You should have all the essential things that are needed for the child, as if the flight gets delayed, you will be able to handle them.
• You must have extra diapers, water bottles, milk, formula, and anything that makes them comfortable. 
• If the kid is anxious and excited for the flight you can calm them down with the Flying Social Story that is introduced by United Airlines. 

What age do children fly free on United?

The age for children traveling with United Airlines is from 5 to 16, and if the minor is unaccompanied, then it can be up to 17 years. Before the age of 18, no documents will be required for domestic flights. However, if your child is traveling on an international flight, then at least a passport will be required. We have mentioned other points below for your convenience: 

• You are allowed to bring breast milk or formula for the kid by following the TSA guidelines. 
• You will be provided strollers, folding wagons, and car seats for a comfortable boarding procedure that you can return later.