How old does a companion have to be to fly?

A child under age 5 must always be accompanied by a travel companion flying in the same cabin who is at least 12 years old, or 18 in some cases. A UM typically cannot travel on connecting flights until he is older than 8.

What is a flight companion?

A travel companion will meet you at your departure airport and then provide travel assistance with all aspects of your trip – from baggage handling, check-in, and security, through the flight, and all the way through baggage claim – everything you need to get safely and comfortably to your final destination.

Can a child fly with a family friend?

If you’re traveling with someone else’s child and the parents are not with you, be prepared to show documentation that you have permission to travel together. We recommend a signed and notarized consent letter from the child’s parent or parents, such as our Child Travel Consent Form.

Can an 11 year old fly alone?

Children who are 5 to 11 years old and traveling without a companion 15 years of age or older on the same domestic flight and in the same compartment are considered unaccompanied minors; for international flights, the travel companion must be at least 18 years of age.

Can you fly by yourself at 15?

Young adults ages 15-17 can travel alone on any United- or United Express®-operated flight, or they can choose to opt in to our unaccompanied minor service. It costs $150 each way for every two children traveling using the unaccompanied minor service.

How do you fly with an elderly companion?

Other flying companion services include Travel Helpers and FirstLight Home Care. Make flying easier for yourself by asking the airline for a gate pass that lets a loved one help an older traveler through security. Pack medicines in a carry-on bag, and choose plane seats near the bathroom.

Can I travel with my daughter without her father?

Yes, you will need the father’s permission to travel with your child, but there are specific circumstances where you may be able to get around that requirement. You should also have no problem at all traveling without permission if you have sole custody and bring the papers with you to prove it.

Who are the people who need flying companions?

Seniors, children, persons with disabilities, persons with flying anxiety – each person needs a different level of travel assistance. Whether you need wheelchair and bathroom assistance or simply the reassurance of having a travel companion during the trip, Flying Companions can help.

Can a child travel with a travel companion?

Our travel companions can also accompany children who are meeting a parent or family member at the arrival airport. Flying Companions can provide travel assistance worldwide. With our travel companions, you can enjoy the freedom to go anywhere.

Do you need a chaperone to travel with a child?

Paid Air Travel Escort We are responsible chaperones, and offer you safe air traveling with a paid companion for child travel, elderly travel, impaired travel and disabled travel. If you are looking for a flying companion, contact us today.

What kind of job can you get as a travel companion?

Elderly travel companion These travel companion jobs involve similar responsibilities as being a child travel companion. The majority of cases will require you to keep company to an elderly person who may or may not be impaired to travel alone.