Etihad Airways Unaccompanied Minor & Infant
Etihad Airways' unaccompanied minor policy
Etihad Airways ensures the safe and comfortable travel of unaccompanied minors with dedicated services designed to assist young travelers throughout their journey. Here are the key details of the Etihad unaccompanied minor policy, updated as of 2 January2025;
Who qualifies as an unaccompanied minor?
Children aged 5 to 11 traveling alone or without parents or any legal guardian are considered unaccompanied minors. Children under 5 are not permitted to travel alone.
Service Features for Unaccompanied Minors- Dedicated Etihad staff assist the child from check-in to arrival at the destination.
- Priority boarding and disembarkation.
- Supervision during transit if connecting flights are involved.
- Assistance with immigration and baggage claim upon arrival.
How to book the unaccompanied minor service?
- When booking through Etihad Airways' reservation channels or customer service, the service must be requested.
- Required documentation, including consent forms, must be completed and submitted before the journey.
For more details, visit the official Etihad Unaccompanied Minor Policy.
Etihad Airways' infant policy
Etihad Airways offers family-friendly services to ensure a comfortable experience for passengers traveling with infants. Here are the main points:
Age Criteria for Infants- Infants are classified as children under 2 years old.
- Infants can travel on an adult's lap or in a separate seat with an approved car seat.
- Complimentary bassinets for infants are available on long-haul flights (subject to availability).
- Extra baggage allowance for infants, including baby strollers and car seats.
- Priority boarding for families traveling with infants.
- Special infant meals are available upon request.
- Tickets for infants must be booked alongside an adult's reservation.
- Inform the airline if you require a bassinet or additional services during booking.
For further details, visit the official Etihad Infant Policy. Contact Fond Travels for Etihad Airways ticket booking at +1 (323) 800 6001.
FAQs
Yes, unaccompanied minors can travel on connecting flights. Etihad Airways provides supervision during layovers to ensure the child's safety and comfort.
Bassinets are subject to availability and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. It is recommended that you request a bassinet during the booking process.
Yes, an additional fee applies. The exact cost can be confirmed at the time of booking. For personalized assistance, contact our travel experts at +1 (323) 800 6001.
Foldable strollers are usually allowed as part of the infant's baggage allowance but must be checked in at the gate for larger aircraft.