+1 (323) 800 6001Air Canada Unaccompanied Minor & Infant
Air Canada'sunaccompanied minor policy
Air Canada'sUnaccompanied Minor service provides personalized care for children traveling alone, ensuring their safety throughout the journey. Available for non-stop flights operatedby Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, or Air Canada Express (Jazz), this service prioritizes yourchild's well-being.
- Under 8 years:: Not eligible. Children must travel with an adult (16 years or older) seated in the same cabin.
- 8–11 years: Service is mandatory for solo travelers in this age group.
- 12–17 years: Service is optional but recommended for additional assistance.
- An Air Canada unaccompanied minor fee of $100–$118 CAD/USD applies per child, per flight, regardless of the fare type.
- For flights offering Air Canada Bistro service, the fee includes the cost of a meal or hot snack for children aged 8–17.
- Provide original documents (no photocopies), such as a birth certificate, health care, or passport (for international travel).
- Complete a "Request for Carriage" form with yourchild's details and contact information.
- Air Canada's unaccompanied minor service does not cover connecting or codeshare flights.
- Unaccompanied minors are not allowed to travel with pets in the cabin.
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Traveling with children is easier with Air Canada's family-friendly services. Families with kids under six can use family check-in counters and enjoy early boarding privileges. Children under 14 are seated close to their parents or guardians at no extra charge. Indicate you're traveling with children whenyoubook a flight on Air Canada to receive pre-assigned seats.
Air Canada'sinfant policy
- Age: Infants under two years can travel as lap infants without requiring a separate ticket.
- Limitations: Only one lap infant is allowed per adult. For multiple infants, additional seats must be purchased.
- Seats: : Infants with purchased seats must be secured in an approved child restraint device, complying withaircraft safety standards.
- Child Restraint Devices: Air Canada does not provide child restraint devices; parents must bring their own.
FAQs
Air Canada's unaccompanied minor policy is designed for children aged 8-11whoare mandated to usethis service. Children aged 12-17 can travel alone but may opt for assistance.
Children aged between 8-11 must use the unaccompanied minor service, while those 12+ can travel alone with or without the service. While you're booking, grab Air Canada cheap tickets by calling us at +1 (323) 800 6001.
Yes, Air Canada will seat families with children under 14 together at no extra charge, ensuring comfort during travel. You can often find airline deals that include these family-friendly options.
Yes, children under 18 require identification. For domestic flights, a birth certificate or health card is acceptable, while international airlines travel requires a passport.
Families with children under age 6 enjoy early boarding privileges with Air Canada flights booking. This gives families extra time to settle in before general boarding begins.
Yes, a 15-year-old can fly unaccompanied on Air Canada to the U.S. They must present a passport and pay the Air Canada unaccompanied minor fee if choosing the service.
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