+1 (323) 800 6001Spirit Airlines Unaccompanied Minor & Infant
Spirit Airlines' unaccompanied minor policy
Spirit Airlines' unaccompanied minor policy ensures that your young traveler is well taken care of during the journey, with snacks and drinks available on board.
- Age:Children aged 5-14 years must travel as unaccompanied minors if not with a companion aged 15 or older.
- Domestic Flights Only:Only direct flights with no aircraft change are allowed.
- Documentation:Spirit may ask for proof of age (birth certificate, passport) to verify the child is at least 5 years old.
- Booking:When booking, specify the reservation is for an unaccompanied minor.
- Check-in: Check in 60 minutes before departure at the ticket counter.
- Form Completion:A Spirit unaccompanied minor form must be completed at the airport and will be worn by the child throughout the flight.
- Gate Pass:The adult dropping off the child should request a gate pass and stay at the gate for 15 minutes after takeoff.
The Spirit Airlines unaccompanied minor fee is $150 each way. This fee includes snacks and beverages during the flight.
Family Seating:- Spirit may assign seats randomly at check-in unless you pre-select seats.
- If you are traveling with children aged 13 or younger, Spirit's gate agents and flight attendants will try to seat you together, depending on seat availability.
Spirit Airlines' infant policy
Spirit Airlines' infant policy has specific rules to make the journey smoother for both parents and their little ones.
Traveling with a Lap Infant:- Age Range: Infants between 7 days and 23 months can travel as a lap child. However, parents can choose to purchase a seat for the infant.
- Post-2 Years:Once the child turns 2 years old, a seat must be purchased for them.
- Documentation:Spirit reserves the right to ask for a birth certificate for any child 2 years old or younger.
- Only one lap child is allowed per adult aged 15 or older.
- Infants who are 7 days old or younger, or those requiring special medical equipment (e.g., incubators), cannot travel on Spirit Airlines.
- Safety: Lap children and infants in car seats cannot sit in the emergency exit rows or the rows in front or behind them.
- Seatbelt Requirement: Infants must not sit in a seat with an inflatable seatbelt.
If you need help adding a seat for your child for your reservations, you can contact Fond Travels at +1 (323) 800 6001. You can even enjoy the best airline deals for your family's trip.
FAQs
Children must be at least 5 years old to travel alone as unaccompanied minors on Spirit Airlines. Children between 5-14 years can travel on direct domestic flights only.
No, unaccompanied minors are only allowed to travel on direct domestic flights, including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. They cannot travel on international flights.
Unaccompanied minors must provide proof of age, such as a birth certificate or passport, to verify that they meet the minimum age requirement for travel.
Yes, the unaccompanied minor service fee is $150 per child each way. This covers care, snacks, and beverages during the flight.
Yes, you can escort your child to the gate by requesting a gate pass at the ticket counter. You must stay at the gate until the flight departs.
Yes, a 14-year-old can fly alone but may not require unaccompanied minor service. If they opt for the service, an additional fee will apply. For flight reservations, contact us at +1 (323) 800 6001. We'll make sure your child's trip is smooth and safe.
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