Kids ages 5 through 11 who are flying alone must usually travel pursuant to special “unaccompanied minor” procedures. On some airlines, these procedures are required for unaccompanied children as old as 14.
What is the youngest age a child can fly alone?
Children traveling aloneWe want your child to have a safe and positive trip. For safety, we require children age 5 – 14 traveling alone to use our unaccompanied minor service. This service is optional for children age 15 – 17, but if requested, then the fee applies.
What is the youngest age a child can fly unaccompanied?
Children traveling aloneWe want your child to have a safe and positive trip. For safety, we require children age 5 – 14 traveling alone to use our unaccompanied minor service. This service is optional for children age 15 – 17, but if requested, then the fee applies.
What airlines allow minors to travel alone?
Unaccompanied Minor Policies
| Airline | Allows Unaccompanied Minors? | Age Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaiian Airlines | Yes | 5-11 |
| JetBlue | Yes | 5-14 |
| Southwest Airlines | Yes | 5-11 |
| Spirit Airlines | Yes | 5-14 |
Can under 12s fly alone?
What are the rules for unaccompanied minors flying?
Program Details
| Child age at the time of unaccompanied travel | TRAVEL PERMITTED/NOT PERMITTED |
|---|---|
| 4 YEARS & YOUNGER | May not travel alone (must be accompanied by a passenger at least 18 years old) |
| 5-7 YEARS | May travel on some nonstop flights only |
| 8-14 YEARS | May travel on some nonstop and connecting flights |
Can a 13 year old fly alone on Allegiant Air?
Children & Minors: Allegiant does not accept unaccompanied minors under the age of 15. Passengers 15 years or older are considered an adult. Passengers younger than 15 years old must be accompanied by an adult who is ticketed on the same reservation.
What flights can a 13 year old fly alone?
Unaccompanied Minor Policies
| Airline | Allows Unaccompanied Minors? | Age Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | Yes | 5-14 |
| Breeze Airways | No | 13+ |
| Delta Air Lines | Yes | 5-14 |
| Frontier Airlines | No | 15+ |
Can a 13 year old fly alone on Southwest?
Our Unaccompanied Minor program is only for children ages five through 11 years old. Children 12 and older are allowed to travel independently as Young Travelers. However, you should decide whether a Young Traveler is capable of and comfortable with doing all of the following independently: Navigating all airports.