Unaccompanied Minors
You must contact the airline directly before purchasing a ticket
for an unaccompanied minor. Most airlines allow unaccompanied minors to
travel on their flights, but have special restrictions, so please check
with the airline to confirm specific policies. Age restrictions vary by
airline. In general, children under the age of 5 may never travel
alone. Most airlines require unaccompanied minors services for children
ages 5-14, and some require it through age 17. Additional fees apply
(approximately $25-100 each way) and can be paid at check-in. For
security reasons, most airlines do not allow unaccompanied minors to
travel on the last connecting flight of the day. Some carriers require
unaccompanied minors to travel on non-stop flights only. The specific
flights required vary by airline, so check directly with them prior to
making a reservation.
Infants (children under 2)
If you are traveling with an infant (a child less than 24 months
old) in lap there is usually no charge for US travel. However, the
airline may charge a special fare for International travel. Please
check with airline(s) for specific rules for purchasing a ticket for an
infant, as well as any documentation that may be required (such as a
birth certificate).