Want to travel abroad with your little one?
Planning a family trip with your babies or children? Then you can’t miss this guide—— latest policies for flying with babies, including fare, luggage, seating, and age limits, all in one place!
Common Questions About Flying with Babies
🍼 At what age can babies fly for free?
For infants with no need for a seat, some airlines offer free tickets, such as Asiana Airlines. However, a reduced infant fare may be charged in most airlines at a much lower price than adults. For each airline’s specific policy, please contact your airline company.
🍽 Do babies or children get in-flight meals?
Of course, most airlines offer baby food or a kids' menu. For example, Air India has their own brand of baby meals and a non-spicy kids’ menu. But remember to request them in advance.
🛂 Do babies need a passport to fly?
- Usually, babies may need a passport for their international trip. You can apply for a baby passport before your family sets off.
- For domestic travel, babies can travel with adults only with their birth certificate.
Tips: your baby needs to be at least 14 days old for their first board.
👶 Is a stroller charged as checked baggage?
No. Baby strollers and children's safety seats usually can be easily checked for free by airline companies (e.g., Delta Air Lines), and you can check conveniently at the gate or ticket counter.
Infant & Child Ticket Overview
💰 Fare Rules
Ticket Type | Age Range | Seat Provided | Fare Structure |
Infant Ticket | Under 2 years | No seat | Reduced fare for international travel, free for domestic travel |
Child Ticket | 2–11 years | With seat | Usually charged full adult fare |
🧳 Luggage Rules
Age Group | Ticket Type | Baggage Allowance | Special Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Infants | Under 2 years (with paid ticket) | 1 piece of checked baggage | Oversized/overweight luggage counts under the accompanying adult's allowance |
Infants | Under 2 years (free travel) | No baggage allowance | - |
Children | 2-11 years | Same as adults | Follows standard adult baggage policy |
💺 Seating Rules
- Infants under 2 years old: One infant on one adult’s lap. If you travel with more babies, please apply for an infant safety seat in advance.
- Children over 2 years old: Must take their own seat.
Flying with Babies: Infant Fare, Bassinets & Meals Comparison
Airline | Infant Fare | In-flight Bassinets | Baby Meal Options |
Free on domestic flights 10% of adults fare on other routes | Available on long-haul flights | baby food jars, mini sausages, and soups | |
10% of adult fare | Available | A range of baby meals to choose from | |
Early boarding permitted | Available for free (advance request required) | Kid-friendly foods for children over 2 years old. | |
10% of adult fare | Available on long-haul flights for free | Children's meals are available with pre-order | |
10% of adult fare | Available (first-come-first-served) | Asian/Western/Vegetarian options | |
Free on domestic flights 15% of adults fare on short-haul flights 33% on long-haul flights | Available | Little jars made from organic farming and baby cookies | |
Free on domestic flights 10% of adults fare on international flights | Available | Mashed, strained, or pureed baby food | |
Free on domestic flights Infant costs vary on international flights | Available for free | kid-friendly options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner | |
10% of adult fares, depending on the route | Available on all flights | Puree food seasoned mildly | |
10% of adult fare | Reserved by contacting ahead of time | Special baby meals with bibs |
Tips: Check the specific bassinet size with your airline companies!
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Flying with Babies
Minimum age to fly?
Usually 14 days old.How many infants per adult?
Most airlines allow 1 lap infant per adult. A second infant needs a seat.Can children fly alone?
Usually not under 12.Do I have to hold my baby the whole flight?
Yes, unless you reserve a bassinet. Some airlines charge extra or have limited supply.Infant ticket vs. child ticket age?
Infants (under 2) and children (2–11).