What Is United Airlines Child Travel Policy?

The child travel policy of United Airlines is meant to offer a safe and pleasant experience for young passengers sitting with an adult or traveling alone. The airline has created a zone of Unaccompanied Minor service for those kids who may need to be monitored throughout the trip, in addition to the particular regulations for infants, kids, and adolescents. This service makes sure that the unaccompanied minors get proper care and service from the time they check in and board until flying and finally being picked up at the airport of their destination. The rule gives parents a huge sigh of relief and, at the same time, offers kids the necessary support for a hassle-free and secure journey.

  • Infants under 2 years old can be flown as lap babies on the lap of an adult passenger who is registered to travel with them without using an extra seat.
  • Kids aged 2-11 Years need a separate seat and a ticket to fly.
  • Parents with kids aged under 12 can choose free seating together and be right next to their little ones.
  • Also, United provides family priority boarding for young and unaccompanied children.
  • On some flights, special kids' amenity kits are given out which include activity books and toys to keep the children busy.
  • For long-haul and important services, the kids' meals can be pre-ordered.
  • Children under the age of 7 days cannot travel.
  • During domestic flights, infants under the age of two years do not need a separate ticket if they are on the laps of adults.
  • To qualify as a lap infant, a baby must be under 2 years old the entire duration of the trip.
  • If a child turns 2 during the trip, an adult will have to buy a ticket for the baby on the return leg of the journey.
  • Bassinets are free of charge for qualifying flights but must be reserved in advance for your flight.

How to book a child ticket on United Airlines?

Call: 

  • Contact United Airlines customer service 1-808-900-8120.
  • Give the child’s complete name, age, and travel details.
  • Mention your preferred travel dates, destination, and the flight time.
  • The operator will verify the eligibility and will provide the correct child or UM service.
  • Double-check the price along with any other service charges.
  • Pay the fare to finalize the reservation.
  • A confirmation and the required travel guidelines will be sent to you via email.

Website: 

  • Go to the website of United Airlines.
  • Input the details of your journey (place, time, and people).
  • Choose the age category of the child along with the other passengers.
  • Look at the different flights and pick the one that suits you best.
  • Provide the name of the child and the necessary ID proofs. 
  • Take a look at the different fare options and the extras if necessary.
  • Make the payment to secure the booking.
  • Receive the tickets of the unaccompanied minor via email. 

What documents are needed when booking children at United Airlines?

Passport or birth certificate (for age proof)

Government-issued photo ID for minors starting from 15 years old (in case the applicant has not been previously issued)

Minor traveling alone declaration and agreement DOC (as children in the age group of 5-14 years can travel alone)

Visa and other travel documents are required depending on the destination.

Conclusion 

United Airlines' Child Travel Policy is to help parents and make their traveling with children less difficult and stressful. To ensure that the trip will be smooth, no matter if there are babies, toddlers, or kids, the carrier supplies clear guidelines, supports, and maps of the seats. A lot of benefits are available, such as sharing seats without any cost, priority boarding, and child-friendly food and entertainment, since families are provided with all these facilities.