+1 (323) 800 6001Air India Airlines Unaccompanied Minor & Infant
Air India Airlines' unaccompanied minor policy
Air India unaccompanied minor policy, updated as of 31 January 2025, allows children to travel alone and fly with the airline under specific guidelines to ensure their safety and comfort. Here are the key points of the policy:
- Age Limit
- Unaccompanied Minors are typically children between the ages of 5 and 12 years.
- Children under 5 years cannot travel alone and must be accompanied by an adult.
- Special Services for Unaccompanied Minors
- Unaccompanied Minor Service: This service is mandatory for children aged 5 to 12 traveling alone.
- Escort Service: An airline representative will escort the minor throughout the journey, from check-in to boarding, during the flight, and through customs and immigration at the destination.
- Communication: Parents or guardians are usually notified when the minor has safely arrived at the destination.
- Travel Restrictions
- Minors traveling alone cannot fly on connecting flights that require an overnight stay or have long layovers.
- The service is not available for international flights that require multiple connections.
- Booking the Unaccompanied Minor Service
- The service must be requested at the time of booking and may be subject to availability.
- It's highly recommended that Air India be informed in advance when making the reservation or shortly after.
- Documentation & Safety
- Parents or guardians must fill out a consent form before the flight. This will include emergency contact details and the person authorized to pick up the child at the destination.
- Ensure the minor is carrying all required identification and travel documents.
Air India Airlines' infant policy
Air India's infant policy covers children under 2 years old and offers specific provisions for safety, comfort, and travel for very young passengers.
- Age Limit
- Infants are considered children who are less than 2 years old.
- Seating
- Infants under 2 years of age are typically not assigned a separate seat unless a paid infant fare is booked (which allows a seat for the infant).
- No separate seat is required if the infant is seated on the parent's lap. However, an infant fare is charged.
- Baggage Allowance
- Cabin Baggage: Infants are allowed a small cabin bag with essential items like diapers, food, and toys.
- Checked Baggage: Typically, infants are entitled to 1 piece of checked baggage with a weight limit, often up to 10 kg (22 lbs), in addition to the adult's baggage allowance. This can include a stroller or a baby car seat.
- Infant Meals
- Air India provides special meals for infants, which can be requested when booking or at least 48 hours before departure.
- Bassinet Availability
For long-haul flights, Air India may provide bassinet seats for infants (subject to availability). These bassinets are typically available in the front rows of the aircraft.
- Stroller/Pram Policy
Air India allows you to check in a stroller or pram free of charge, provided it fits within the airline's size guidelines.
For further details, visit the official Air India Infant Policy. Contact Fond Travels for Air India Airlines ticket booking at +1 (323) 800 6001.
FAQs
To book the unaccompanied minor service, you must inform Air India at the time of booking your child's flight or as soon as possible afterward. You can request the service through Air India's customer service or via their website.
An infant under 2 years old is generally not assigned their own seat unless a paid infant ticket is purchased. Otherwise, the infant will be seated on the parent's lap, and a special infant fare applies.
Additional charges may apply for unaccompanied minors, including the cost of the service itself. Infants typically pay a reduced fare, and special services like meals or bassinets may incur additional costs.
Unaccompanied minors can travel internationally, but the service is generally available for direct flights or flights with short connections. Longer layovers or multiple connections require additional considerations or restrictions. Contact Fond Travels for Air India Airlines flight reservation at +1 (323) 800 6001.
Parents or guardians must provide a consent form for unaccompanied minors and infants. The minor should also carry the necessary travel documents, including a valid passport, visa (if applicable), and any medical records or emergency contact information.
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