Can a minor fly alone on United Airlines?

ByHaleyJena

The United Airlines unaccompanied minor policy ensures that children traveling alone will have a secure and enjoyable trip. With United Airlines, they would be in good hands whether they were traveling for a family visit, sports event, or summer camp.

Let’s go over all the rules and limitations you need to be aware of before booking a flight for your children. The ID requirements for minors flying alone, the airline service charge, and much more have also been covered.

What is United Airlines Unaccompanied Minor Policy?

Here are the points that talk about the unaccompanied minor policy of United Airlines:

 

  • Unaccompanied Minor service must be purchased by children aged 5 to 14 who are flying alone on the same trip without a parent or legal guardian.
  • Unaccompanied Minors must pay a one-way cost of USD 150. Up to 2 children may utilize the service for this cost. The price of round journeys is double.
  • Preboarding, a seat, and complementary food (if available) are all included in the unaccompanied minor price.
  • On United Airlines and United Express flights, children must be at least 15 years old to fly unaccompanied or as an unaccompanied minor (optional).
  • Only nonstop flights are eligible for the Unaccompanied Minor service.
  • The Unaccompanied Minor service can be reserved online or over the phone.
  • To reserve a seat for an unaccompanied minor online, choose 0 adults and the child’s age.

How do I make an unaccompanied minor booking with United Airlines?

The following methods can be used to arrange travel for your child who is going alone:

  • Go to united.com.
  • Change the number of adults from the default option of 1 to 0 using the advanced search feature.
  • Choose the number of children traveling and specify each age range after taking into account their ages on the day they will be traveling.
  • Choose your flights, and the United Airlines unaccompanied minor fee of $150 will be added to the total at checkout.

If you face any difficulty while making the booking, you can call on the United Airlines customer service number. Even if you have to book United multi-city flights, you can contact the airline. 

 

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