Flightright Publishes Guide on Rules for Children Flying Alone

Flightright, a firm focused on air passenger rights, has published an article outlining the rules passengers must follow when children travel alone by air.

The guide clarifies that, while there is no EU-wide legal minimum age for children to fly alone, individual airlines impose their own age restrictions. Typically, children under five years old are not permitted to travel unaccompanied. For children aged approximately five to fourteen, many airlines require the use of a special unaccompanied minor service, often mandatory.

Flightright emphasizes the importance of ensuring all necessary travel documents are in order for children flying solo. The guide also advises travelers to prepare for potential flight delays or cancellations, noting that parents or guardians may be eligible for compensation from the airline in such events.

The company reminds travelers that if a child's flight is delayed, cancelled, or if they are denied boarding, parents or legal guardians might be entitled to compensation. Flightright offers services to assist in claiming these compensations.

The article also covers essential documentation for unaccompanied minors and offers tips on preparation and travel planning.