International travel with infants

12 tips on how to travel internationally with a baby

Traveling with an infant is already an adventure -- and traveling abroad with one is an even bigger feat to tackle.

Knowing the rules, researching and prepping ahead of time and packing the right things can make (or break) your first international trip with a baby. If you're in the know, you can take advantage of all the options afforded to traveling families, from bassinets on the plane and security shortcuts to special infant fares and other perks.

Covering everything from booking and documents to travel insurance and even jet lag, this guide provides everything you need to prepare for an international trip with your baby.

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Get your baby's passport

Before you get too far into planning a trip abroad, you'll need to get your baby's first passport.

While you're at it, make sure everyone else in the family has a valid passport, too. Remember, U.S. passports for children under 16 expire after five years, not 10 years like adult passports. Also, make sure everyone's passport isn't nearing expiration. Many countries require three or six months of validity to enter, which effectively means that child passports are really only valid for 4 1/2 years, which go quickly.

Once your baby gets their passport, it's valid for five years. (Photo by goodmoments/Getty Images)

When getting a passport for your baby, here are the main steps to follow:

Get their birth certificate.
Find out where to apply.
Make an appointment. You'll need to go in person and bring your baby with you.
Take their passport photo. It can be difficult to get a photo of your baby. Rules for photos state that the child/baby should be looking directly at the camera with a natural smile or neutral look. If you can manage to get the baby's eyes to stay open, that's typically enough for their first passport photo. The background should be white and the size 2 by 2 inches with no filters. Within that size, your baby/child's head needs to be 1 to 1 3/8 inches (25 to 35 mm) from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head. If you're struggling to get everything just right, the ItsEasy App can help you crop and size your photo to the correct dimensions.
Gather the paperwork. Fill out Form DS-11 and take your baby's birth certificate plus photocopies of each document. Bring a couple of photos, a valid ID for each parent, a photocopy of parental IDs and the fee (you can pay by check). Fees are currently $100 for the passport and $35 for processing.
Attend the appointment in person with both parents present. If only one parent can go, fill out and bring parental consent form DS-3053 plus a copy.

Get your baby Global Entry

If you already have Global Entry, you won't be able to use the service as a family if your little ones don't have it. So, get a start on your baby's application. Or, if this is something your whole family wants to do, apply simultaneously, making expiration dates and renewals easier to complete for everyone at the same time.

Do note that with TSA PreCheck, kids 12 and under won't need to have their own number to accompany parents through these special security lanes -- but that's not true for Global Entry, which you use to return to the U.S.

Check with your doctor

Check with your pediatrician to see when your baby can start flying.

To give you an idea, TPG talked to Dr. Jenny Yu, medical director at Healthline, to find out when it's typically safe for babies to travel. “While babies typically develop their immune system around 1 month, most pediatricians would recommend waiting until 3 to 6 months for travel,” she said. For premature babies, it might be a little longer.

Also, with international travel, it's important to factor in any additional vaccines they might need, especially if you're traveling to emerging countries. Start by checking with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for recommendations on which vaccines both adults and babies should get, then talk with your pediatrician to see what is best for your family, baby and travel situation.

Other important questions to ask your doctor should be if your baby can wear sunblock or mosquito repellent and how to keep your baby and your whole family safe from tropical or waterborne diseases, COVID-19 and any other possible infections, which can depend highly on your destination.

Pick the right destination

(Photo by Mayte Torres/Getty Images)

Whether it's a far-flung visit to Asia, a trip to visit family in Europe, a Caribbean escape or an African safari, you can travel anywhere with a baby as long as you and your family feel comfortable doing so. Choose a destination that makes you feel joy, not anxiety or stress at the thought of getting there and enjoying it with your baby.

Consider things like the activities you want to do, and if the destination is a place that feels welcoming for families. Also think about logistics, like the language barrier, climate and local transportation, when deciding if that particular destination is right for your family.

Book tickets

Depending on how old your baby is, you have some options when flying abroad with them. Here are a few to consider:

Lap infant: If your baby is under 2 years old, they don't need their own seat. They can instead sit on the lap of a ticketed adult. For international travel, some airlines charge 10% to 30% of the adult ticket price or just the taxes and fees for a lap infant, and some airlines don't charge anything at all. This table shows the costs by airline to buy your baby a lap ticket. Make sure to check on luggage policies when traveling with a lap infant. Most airlines allow for a stroller and car seat checked free of charge. You may also be able to check or carry on additional baggage, too, but more on that later.
Bassinet for lap infant: Many airlines have bassinet options, especially aboard larger aircraft that fly internationally. See if you can select this option while booking or call the airline for more information on securing a bassinet. Bassinets are usually free, but given to those who request them first. Ask for one right after booking to ensure you'll be assigned a seat with one when available. In most cases, bassinet weight limits max out at 20 to 24 pounds, so they're best for smaller babies and newborns.
Extra seat with car seat or restraint for babies 2 years and up: If your baby is older than 2 years, you must pay for their seat. Many airlines have discounted tickets for children. If the child weighs more than 44 pounds, they won't need any additional restraint system within their own seat. If they weigh less than 44 pounds, see the information on a certified child restraint or car seat below.
Additional seat with car seat or restraint for babies under 2: If your baby is less than 2 years old, you can still book them their own seat. In fact, the Federal Aviation Administration suggests that children under 44 pounds wear an FAA-approved harness (such as the CARES harness) or certified child restraint to help keep them safe during turbulence, takeoff and landing. Make sure to check your car seat to see if there is an FAA-approved sticker on it.

It's worth noting that car seat, bassinet and harness options and policies vary wildly by airline and class of service. For more information on these policies by airline, read this article on 23 airline car seat and bassinet policies around the world.

Note that when booking seats for your family on an international flight, there are areas where kids and babies are not allowed to sit, like exit rows. Malaysia Airlines doesn't allow babies in its first-class cabins on A380 and 747 aircraft. Some international airlines such as AirAsia, Scoot and IndiGo also have kid-free and quiet zones where families with babies and children under a certain age (usually 10 or 12) aren't allowed to sit.

Additionally, if your baby is closer to 2 years old, you might want to compare the price of a lap ticket to the price of getting them their own seat. Sometimes, the price difference may not be that much, and it could make the flight more comfortable for the entire family.

Organize documents, including visas and COVID-19 forms

Passports aren't the only documents you'll need for international travel these days. Check to see if you and your baby need a visa to enter whatever country you're visiting. If you're traveling without your partner, look into completing a Child Consent Form.

Have proof of vaccines, complete any health forms and entry forms and take those COVID-19 tests if required to enter the country. Be clear on if your baby or children need to wear masks during the flight and plan accordingly. While babies 2 and up need to wear masks on board U.S. airlines, international airlines have different rules. For example, Iberia only requires children 6 and up to wear masks. Presently, British Airways has made masking up for all passengers a "personal choice" when not required by international law. We expect these rules to continue to rapidly evolve.

It's worth checking what documents you need for the trip when booking and again before traveling to ensure that you have everything you need as rules and regulations frequently change, especially in this era of pandemic travel.

Understand luggage rules

Check luggage requirements before packing and flying. (Photo by freemixer/Getty Images)

Different airlines have varying rules for how much luggage you can take when traveling abroad, especially when traveling with lap infants or children/babies occupying their own seats. Most airlines allow you to check a stroller and/or car seat. Many also offer additional checked luggage, as well as a carry-on bag or item for the baby.

For example, British Airways allows both lap infants and children ages 2 and up to have a carry-on item and a checked bag in most cases, giving parents a little flexibility when bringing along all those key items babies need. Cathay Pacific allows lap infants two additional bags at 10 kilograms each when flying between most destinations.

If you aren't clear on the luggage rules, call the airline before traveling to confirm so you won't get stuck with any surprises or have to pay additional fees.

Know the rules for breast milk and formula

Thanks to the Friendly Airports for Mothers Improvement Act, all large- and medium-size airports in the U. S. now provide lockable, non-bathroom places to pump or nurse babies in every terminal and at least one men's and one women's restroom with changing tables in each terminal. This may not be the case abroad, so if you're concerned, research your destination airport to see what options are provided when it comes to these services.

You shouldn't have any issues flying with breast milk or formula on your outbound trip from the U.S., as regular Transportation Security Administration liquid regulations don't apply to these special liquids. According to the TSA, "reasonable quantities" of these liquids are allowed, but you must take them out during screening for the security officer to test.

You can look up rules to see what's allowed when returning from your destination. For example, the United Kingdom allows breast milk past security in containers up to 2,000 milliliters. You can also take formula, milk and bottled water for the baby, but the baby must be present. In the European Union, you can take breast milk and formula through security and when flying as long as your baby is traveling with you.

Your airline may also provide clarity on these types of rules. Cathay Pacific, for example, states that breastfeeding is allowed during all phases of the flight, using an electric pump is allowed once electric devices can be switched on and travelers can even bring along suitably packed dry ice to refrigerate expressed milk, assuming it's declared during check-in.

According to some airlines, if you're taking a large breast pump along, this may count as a medical device and not be part of your carry-on allowance, but these regulations often aren't very clear. Contact your airline for more information and print out the rules in case you have any issues during security screening or boarding.

If you're traveling from a very obscure destination within an emerging country and you can't find answers about bringing breast milk, it may be best to have a Plan B in place, such as bringing along enough formula in powder form to last you for the flight or planning to pump or breastfeed in flight.

Should you want to ship your breast milk abroad, options are available for you depending on your destination, such as Maven Milk and Milk Stork.

Book accommodations

When booking accommodations in your destination abroad, take things into account like baby necessities, baby-friendly items, the option to do laundry and the availability to heat, cool and store milk and formula. Choosing a vacation rental instead of a hotel may be the right idea if you need more space, a kitchen and laundry facilities.

If your baby is eating solid foods, make sure there are restaurants or supermarkets nearby where you can get exactly what you need. Doing a little pre-trip research can help you feel confident and comfortable when traveling with your baby regardless of which hotel or home rental you choose to stay in.

Pack strategically

Packing with a baby can seem precarious, but it doesn't have to be. Just make sure you have enough of everything you need to get through the flight, plus a bit extra in case of delays or cancellations. For an exact list of everything you need to pack, see this article on how to pack -- and prepare -- for travel with a baby.

For extra-long flights, try to have everything to help your baby comfortably nap on hand, like a lovey, blanket, pacifier and more. Have changes of clothes on hand for the whole family in case of a messy situation, and enough layers for a plane that may be hot or chilly. A baby carrier can be key, too.

When packing for a trip abroad, the most important items to remember are everyone's passport, visa and key documents, plus anything essential that you know you can't get in another country. Babies live all over the world, so you can easily get items like diapers, wipes, formula and more anywhere. However, you may not find the exact brand you want, or if you're going somewhere rural or far-flung, like on a safari in Africa, you may want to bring enough for your entire trip.

For example, Enfamil, a popular baby formula brand, is found all over Europe and even in the Caribbean and Latin America. However, it may not be available in Africa or Asia, so do your homework.

If you're traveling with items that need to plug in to charge, like a breast pump, baby monitor or nightlight, bring converters if necessary. You can always rent baby items abroad, too, rather than lugging everything along with you. It's possible to preorder diapers and wipes in many destinations, as well.

Strongly consider travel insurance

Things happen. While getting the flu abroad may not be a big deal for an adult, a sick baby can be scary and stressful, especially if you're in a foreign country. Having travel insurance that covers accidents and emergencies -- and COVID-19, too -- can set your mind at ease and save the day if something happens.

Before travel, note where the nearest hospital or health care facilities are, as well as any international hospitals where staff may be more likely to speak English. Know exactly how to use your insurance, like what numbers to call or what to do if a situation arises. Check if any of your credit cards have travel insurance that may cover you and your family if things go awry.

Plan for jet lag

Jet lag is never fun, but there are ways to lessen its effects. (Photo by Jose Luis Pelaez Inc/Getty Images)

Jet lag stinks. Jet lag with a baby might be even worse. There are things you can do to make jet lag a little less stressful, though, especially when traveling abroad to very different time zones.

First, give yourselves a few days to adjust, planning big events later in the trip. Limit your baby's naps when possible. If your baby takes a five-hour nap, they definitely won't be sleeping through the night.

Shift mealtimes, naptimes and bedtimes to the new time zone as quickly as possible, getting daylight during the day and darkness at night, so internal clocks begin to adjust for the whole family. If the time zone difference is small, you may want to keep your baby on the original time zone to minimize disruption, especially for a shorter trip.

For more tips on combating jet lag with a baby in tow, read this guide on surviving jet lag with your baby.

Bottom line

Planning and taking an international trip with a baby can be simple and create memories for a lifetime if you prepare just right. With a little bit of extra research, you'll be armed with everything you need to know, do and bring to make your trip abroad smooth and hassle-free.

Editorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.

9 Tips For International Travel with an Infant

Thinking about going on a vacation overseas with a young baby? Your friends and family will say, “You’re crazy.” We say, “Go for it!” International travel with an infant isn’t easy, but it’s simpler than you think. Although your little one won’t remember the experience, you’ll always treasure your memories of baby’s first trip.

Get a quote for the OneTrip Prime travel insurance plan, which can cover children 17 and under for free when traveling with a parent or grandparent.

1. Travel before your baby becomes mobile.

Many new parents think they should wait nine or even 12 months before going on a big trip. But traveling with a squirming, crawling baby, or a toddler, is much more challenging than with a babe in arms. At three to six months, your baby is less fragile than a newborn, but is still easy to wrangle and sleeps a lot. Plus, airline seats are free for infants in laps.

2. Consult your pediatrician before planning a big trip with your baby.

Your doctor can advise you if your baby’s old enough and well enough to travel, and if any extra vaccinations are suggested. Your doctor can also offer suggestions for keeping your baby healthy on the trip, including medications to pack. Don’t listen to well-meaning friends who advise dosing your baby with Benadryl or similar medicines to get them to sleep on the plane. In many cases, these medications make babies restless, instead of drowsy.

3. Get a travel insurance plan that covers children for free.

Chances are you’ve experienced that nightmare moment when your baby wakes up screaming at 2 a.m. with a 103-degree fever. Now imagine you’re in a hotel overseas when that happens. What should you do? Who do you call?

If you have travel insurance, you don’t have to panic. Call the Emergency Assistance hotline from anywhere in the world, and our multilingual experts will help you obtain emergency care, medication or whatever else you need. Emergency medical benefits and emergency transportation benefits can cover the cost of a medical evacuation or medical care if your little one experiences a covered medical emergency while you’re overseas. And last but not least, trip cancellation and trip interruption benefits can reimburse you for your non-refundable, pre-paid trip payments if you have to cancel or interrupt the trip for a covered reason.

Best of all, you don’t have to pay any extra to protect your little one. Both the OneTrip Prime Plan and the OneTrip Premier Plan cover children aged 17 and under for free when they're traveling with a parent or grandparent.

4. Choose a baby-friendly destination.

One of the hardest parts of traveling with an infant (or young children) is that insidious feeling that people are judging you. Are plane passengers annoyed by your baby’s babbles? Is his crying going to wake up the people in the hotel room next to yours? Avoid the stress by picking a destination where you know you’ll be welcomed.

Possibilities include resorts that advertise family-friendly amenities, like Club Med’s Baby Club Med with activities geared for infants. Key things to look for: vacation nannies, rooms with kitchenettes, baby pools, baby- and toddler-friendly food, and baby gear (like bathtubs and bottle warmers) provided on-site.

5. Don’t forget your baby’s passport and paperwork.

If you’re traveling internationally with your baby, she needs a passport. Make an appointment at your nearest passport acceptance center for a time when your baby will be calm and alert, because for the passport photo she must be looking at the camera with eyes open – and not screaming. Read the passport requirements for minors first.

Also, if you are traveling as a single parent, or with a grandchild, niece or nephew, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) strongly recommends carrying a notarized letter from the child's other parent(s) that gives permission to travel overseas with the child.¹ Other countries may require that you carry this letter, a birth certificate and/or proof of guardianship in order to gain entry.²

6. Pack more than you need.

When it comes to international travel with an infant, there’s no such thing as over-packing. If you think you’ll need 10 outfits, pack 15. Remember that basic baby items such as formula or diapers may not be available where you’re staying, or may be prohibitively expensive. The Transportation Security Administration will let you bring bottles on board, but read the guidelines for traveling with children first.

Now, you do have to set realistic expectations for the amount of gear you can carry — especially if you’re traveling solo. A simple baby wrap might be better than a bulky backpack carrier. And if you just can’t schlep the stroller, car seat and luggage, look into renting baby gear at your destination.

Read more: Packing Checklist for Flying With an Infant

7. Pack clothes and toiletries for

yourself in your carry-on.

True story: My husband and I took our 4-month-old on a short vacation to Rio Bueno, Jamaica. We made it through two flights, a long customs line and a bumpy bus ride, no problem. Then we arrived at the resort and made a beeline for the pool bar. Traveling with an infant’s not so hard! we thought, clinking our Red Stripes. Then, I looked down and saw a big, damp stain on my navy dress. Yep — I was the victim of an unnoticed diaper blowout.

Fortunately, I was able to dash to our hotel room for a quick change of clothes (me) and diaper (her). But what if I’d been on the plane, or otherwise in transit? Try to anticipate your possible needs as a parent, so you can avoid baby-caused disasters.

8. Defend your baby from germs — but don’t freak out.

The thought of your baby crawling around on an airport floor or touching a plane tray table probably makes you squirm. But that’s just what babies do — you can’t stop them! What you can do is carry appropriate defenses. Pack a blanket for floor playtime, wipe down hard surfaces on the plane, and wash baby’s hands as often as you can. In fact, one parent found hand-washing to be the magic distraction for an 11-hour international flight with a toddler: “He pumped the foamy soap, squealed with delight as he lathered up, rinsed and walked back. Walk, lather, rinse, walk back, repeat.”

9. Ask for help.

A friend was traveling solo to England with her infant son when he got violently airsick on the plane. She felt awful, but the Virgin Atlantic flight attendants were as kind as could be. They helped her clean up her baby, get him the fluids he needed, and even arranged for assistance with her luggage when she landed.

Now, you can’t expect flight attendants to solve all your problems when you’re taking a long international flight with baby. “We do not have diapers, wipes or extra clothes on the plane,” writes flight attendant Leisha Poage. “The best we can do as flight attendants is to provide you with trash bags for the dirty clothes.”³ Nor can you expect them to hold your baby, serve baby food or have special snacks. But flight attendants, gate agents and hotel staff will do their best to help in a pinch — you just have to ask. You’ll be surprised by how gracious most people are when they see you’re traveling with a baby.

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Traveling with an infant on an airplane

Who is considered an infant?

For airlines, an infant is a child under 2 years of age. The age of the child is determined on the date of the flight, and not on the day the ticket was purchased.

Airlines categorize people by age: birth to 2, 2 to 12, 12 to 18, and adults.

Children over two weeks old are usually allowed to fly. If the child is younger, you may be asked for a medical certificate stating that you can fly. If she is not presented, then they may not be allowed on board. Before flying, you need to consult a doctor.

Do I need to buy a ticket for my child?

Yes. A small child is considered the same passenger as everyone else: he needs to buy a ticket, he, like all adults, is checked in for a flight.

You cannot buy a ticket for an infant only. It is always issued together with a ticket for an adult passenger.

How much is a ticket for an infant?

The ticket price depends on where exactly you are flying and whether the child needs a separate seat.

When flying within Russia, a ticket for infants is free, but you still need to issue it. The child is not provided with a separate seat - he flies in the arms of the parent. If you want the child to still have a separate seat, then you can buy it. Such a ticket will cost the same as for a child from 2 to 12 years old. The cost is set by the airline.

If you fly abroad, then a ticket for an infant is always paid, it must also be issued. The ticket price depends on whether the parents buy a separate seat or the baby will fly in their arms.

What documents does an infant need to fly?

To travel in Russia, you will need a birth certificate or a passport for an infant. For international flights - a passport.

If the baby is less than two weeks old, a doctor's note may be required to confirm that it is safe to fly.

What is the correct way to carry a baby on an airplane?

Infants are transported in the arms of an adult or in a special cradle.

If a child flies in the arms of a parent, then it must be fastened with a child seat belt, which is attached to the belt of an adult passenger. The seat belt will be provided by the flight attendants.

You should always hold the child in your arms with your head towards the window. This will protect it from injury when objects fall from the upper shelves.

Infants under one year old and weighing no more than 11 kg can be provided with a special cradle on the plane. If you need a bassinet, write to us in the chat of the Tinkoff application or personal account no later than 36 hours before departure - we will send a request to the airline. If the airline confirms the request, then the adult passenger will be provided with a special seat in the aircraft cabin where they can secure the cradle. Usually this is the first row, but not all aircraft have this option: it depends on the model.

Where to put the stroller on the plane?

Baby strollers and cradles are transported free of charge in the luggage compartment. The stroller can be used before boarding the aircraft and handed over to airport staff or flight attendants before entering the aircraft. To do this, write to us in the chat of the Tinkoff application or personal account no later than 36 hours before departure - we will notify the airline.

Before checking the stroller in your luggage, make sure that it does not get dirty or torn anywhere. It can be packed in cellophane or a protective case.

Upon arrival, contact the flight attendants and the stroller will be returned to you.

Compact strollers weighing up to 4.5 kg can sometimes be transported in the aircraft cabin. It depends on the conditions of the airline. Write to us in the chat of the Tinkoff application or personal account no later than 36 hours before departure - we will find out the information for you.

If you are carrying a stroller without a child, check it in as baggage at the airline's rate.

Is there food for babies on board the aircraft?

On board the aircraft, as a rule, there is milk and infant formula. Write to us in the chat of the Tinkoff application or personal account no later than 36 hours before departure - we will find out if your airline has baby food on board.

Where can I change my baby's clothes on the plane?

There is a changing table on board. Where it is located and how to use it, the flight attendants will tell you. Take everything you need with you in case the child needs to be changed.

How to make the flight more comfortable for the baby?

Infants should preferably be cuddled or given a bottle of water during takeoff and landing. This will help to avoid discomfort from the pressure drop: it is less likely to stuff your ears.

What to do at the airport if you are flying with a baby?

Major airports have a mother and baby room. You can get into it with a ticket or boarding pass and identity documents. Such a room usually has a sanitary area where you can change clothes for a child, a kitchen with a refrigerator, a microwave and high chairs for children, bedrooms and a play area.

There must be one chaperone per child in the room. If there are two children, then two adults must be with them.

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Children and luggage

In accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation, children aged 0 to 5 years old are accepted for carriage only if accompanied by an adult passenger.

One adult passenger (adult) can take with him one child under the age of two years (without providing a separate seat) on flights within Russia - free of charge, and on international flights - with a 90% discount from the fare of an adult passenger.

Please note that on international flights there are special entry rules that require passengers to fill out health questionnaires on their own.

Before applying for the "Unaccompanied Minor" service for international flights, please read the entry rules: https://www.uralairlines.ru/information_covid19/

At what age can children fly?

Already 7 days after the birth, babies can be transported by plane. But it is worth listening to the recommendations of doctors and clarifying whether the flight will be safe for the child.

If it is necessary to send a child from one of points A to point B, children of the following ages are accepted for an escorted flight:

In Russia and the CIS — children aged 5 to 12;
To non-CIS countries - children from 6 to 12 years old.

For children over 12 years old, the airline can also provide escort, but at the request of the parents.

The service "Unaccompanied child" is paid.

Note! The airline accepts unaccompanied children only on direct flights or to the first transfer point.

How to fly with a newborn baby?

Newborns are accepted for transportation by air according to the recommendations of doctors, at the age of seven or more days.

Air travel with a child under 2 years old

Baggage allowance for infants (children from 0 to 2 years old)

Tariffs: Promo / Economy / Premium Economy / Business / Comfort

Hand luggage:

10 kg regardless of service class and fare

Checked baggage:

Promo - Excess Baggage Rates
Economy - 1 piece up to 10 kg
Premium Economy - 1 piece up to 10 kg
Comfort - 1 piece up to 10 kg
Business - 1 piece up to 10 kg

You can take with you devices for carrying a child free of charge (baby cradle, restraint systems (devices) for children under two years old, car seats, etc. ), the dimensions of which do not exceed 55*40*20 cm for all tariffs. Placement of restraints on the passenger seat is prohibited by safety regulations, so child carriers can be placed in the luggage rack or under the seat of the seat in front.

For passengers with an infant, the safest seats on the aircraft are provided - a seat in the middle of the row.

For the safety of the health of the baby, babies should always keep their heads towards the porthole.

A passenger can book a separate seat for an infant - in this case, a ticket is issued as for a child under 12 years old.

For the second, third and subsequent children under the age of two flying with one adult, tickets are issued as for children under 12 years of age.

Can a separate seat be provided for a child under 2 years old?

Yes, a passenger can book a separate seat for an infant - in this case, a ticket is issued as for a child under 12 years old.

What documents are needed to fly with a child?

For the flight of a child under 14 years old in Russia, a birth certificate is required.

If you plan to travel to another country, then you need a foreign passport for the baby.

When a minor citizen of Russia travels across the state border of the Russian Federation together with one of the parents, the consent of the second parent is not required if he has not received a statement from him to the border authorities about his disagreement with the departure of his children from the Russian Federation. The presence of any documents confirming the degree of kinship is not provided.

In the event that a minor citizen of Russia leaves the Russian Federation unaccompanied by parents, adoptive parents, guardians or trustees, he must have, in addition to his passport, a notarized consent of these persons to the departure of a minor citizen of the Russian Federation, indicating the date of departure and the state (c), which ( s) he intends to visit. The consent of one of the parents is sufficient, if the second parent has not received a statement about his disagreement with the departure of an unaccompanied child from the Russian Federation.

What can I take on board for a baby for free?

Each applicable fare includes hand luggage for infants - 1 bag weighing up to 10 kg. You can put baby food, diapers, toys in this bag.

You can also take with you devices for carrying a child free of charge (a cradle, restraint systems (devices) for children under two years old, car seats, etc.), the dimensions of which do not exceed 55 x 40 x 20 cm, and allow them to be safely placed in the aircraft cabin in the luggage rack or under the seat in front of you.

Are cradles available on the aircraft?

A cradle is not provided during the flight. Babies always remain in the hands of an adult.

For passengers with an infant, the safest seats on the aircraft are provided - a seat in the middle of the row.

For the safety of the health of the baby, babies should always keep their heads towards the porthole.

A stroller cannot be taken into the aircraft cabin due to safety requirements - it can fall, interfere with passenger service, block the passage, emergency exit, etc.

If the stroller has a folding mechanism and meets the established dimensions of hand luggage: 55*40*20 cm for all fares, then it can be taken on a plane and placed on the luggage rack.

You can take with you devices for carrying a child free of charge (baby cradle, restraint systems (devices) for children under two years old, car seats, etc.), the dimensions of which do not exceed 55*40*20 cm for all tariffs. Placement of restraints on the passenger seat is prohibited by safety regulations, so child carriers can be placed in the luggage rack or under the seat of the seat in front.

How much luggage can I take with me if I am traveling with a child?

If the ticket for an infant is issued at the PROMO fare, the baggage is paid for at the excess baggage rates.

Can I combine my luggage and the child's luggage?

Yes, baggage pooling is possible depending on the fare.

If you and your child have tickets issued at the Promo tariff, then the combination is allowed up to 20 kg. If the Economy fare, then you can combine luggage into one bag weighing up to 30 kg.

Is it possible to take a child to the plane in a stroller?

At the check-in desk, the passenger must notify the airport staff in advance of the desire to take the child in a wheelchair to the aircraft. You can do this at the front desk.

Depending on the possibilities of the airport of departure, the passenger will be offered to immediately check in the stroller as baggage, or take the child directly to the aircraft and then check the baggage into the stroller (carrying a stroller in the aircraft cabin is not allowed).

The stroller is transported free of charge to the established baggage allowance for passengers with children.

In the future, if there is a technical possibility, the stroller is issued to the passenger when leaving the plane at the gangway, in the absence of such an opportunity - upon receipt of baggage.

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Dimensions of the stroller for transportation in hand luggage

It is possible to take a stroller as hand luggage, only suitable for the dimensions of hand luggage.

Dimensions: 55 x 40 x 20 cm,

up to 115 cm in total of three
measurements (L x W x H) for all tariffs.

The stroller can be used at the airport. At the check-in counter, the passenger must notify the staff of the desire to take the child in a wheelchair to the aircraft.

Depending on the capabilities of the airport of departure, the passenger will be offered to immediately check in the stroller as baggage, or take the child directly to the aircraft and then check the baggage into the stroller (carriage of a stroller in the cabin of the aircraft is not allowed).

The stroller is transported free of charge to the established baggage allowance for passengers with children.

In the future, if there is a technical possibility, the wheelchair is issued to the passenger when leaving the aircraft at the gangway, in the absence of such an opportunity - upon receipt of baggage.

I would like to send my child alone. How to do it?

Employees of Ural Airlines can accompany the child during the flight.

The airline is ready to accept on flights:

In Russia and the CIS - children from 5 to 12 years old;
To non-CIS countries - children from 6 to 12 years old.

For children over 12 years old, the airline can also provide escort at the request of the parents.

Note! The airline accepts unaccompanied children only on direct flights or to the first transfer point.

The service "Unaccompanied child" is paid.

The service for accompanying a child must be issued no later than 72 hours before departure. This can be done at the airline's representative office, company ticket office, agent's office, or when issuing a ticket on the website.

How to send a child alone:

Issue an air ticket for a child at the fare for an adult passenger;
Fill out an application for transportation of an unaccompanied child in 4 copies: indicate the points of departure and arrival, the child's data, the data of the sending person, meeting person, etc. ;
Pay for the service.

It is recommended that an adult accompanying a child stay at the airport until the flight departs.

Only the person whose details are specified in the Application can pick up the child at the airport of arrival. The greeter must provide proof of identity.

Children and luggage

In accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation, children aged 0 to 5 years old are accepted for carriage only if accompanied by an adult passenger.

Please note that on international flights there are special entry rules that require passengers to fill out health questionnaires on their own.

Before applying for the "Unaccompanied Minor" service for international flights, please read the entry rules: https://www. uralairlines.ru/information_covid19/

At what age can children fly?

Already 7 days after the birth, babies can be transported by plane. But it is worth listening to the recommendations of doctors and clarifying whether the flight will be safe for the child.

If it is necessary to send a child from one of points A to point B, children of the following ages are accepted for an escorted flight:

In Russia and the CIS — children aged 5 to 12;
To non-CIS countries - children from 6 to 12 years old.

For children over 12 years old, the airline can also provide escort, but at the request of the parents.

The service "Unaccompanied child" is paid.

Note! The airline accepts unaccompanied children only on direct flights or to the first transfer point.

How to fly with a newborn baby?

Newborns are accepted for transportation by air according to the recommendations of doctors, at the age of seven or more days.

Air travel with a child under 2 years old

Baggage allowance for infants (children from 0 to 2 years old)

Tariffs: Promo / Economy / Premium Economy / Business / Comfort

Hand luggage:

10 kg regardless of service class and fare

Checked baggage:

Promo - Excess Baggage Rates
Economy - 1 piece up to 10 kg
Premium Economy - 1 piece up to 10 kg
Comfort - 1 piece up to 10 kg
Business - 1 piece up to 10 kg

You can take with you devices for carrying a child free of charge (baby cradle, restraint systems (devices) for children under two years old, car seats, etc.), the dimensions of which do not exceed 55*40*20 cm for all tariffs. Placement of restraints on the passenger seat is prohibited by safety regulations, so child carriers can be placed in the luggage rack or under the seat of the seat in front.

For passengers with an infant, the safest seats on the aircraft are provided - a seat in the middle of the row.

For the safety of the health of the baby, babies should always keep their heads towards the porthole.

A passenger can book a separate seat for an infant - in this case, a ticket is issued as for a child under 12 years old.

For the second, third and subsequent children under the age of two flying with one adult, tickets are issued as for children under 12 years of age.

Can a separate seat be provided for a child under 2 years old?

Yes, a passenger can book a separate seat for an infant - in this case, a ticket is issued as for a child under 12 years old.

What documents are needed to fly with a child?

For the flight of a child under 14 years old in Russia, a birth certificate is required.

If you plan to travel to another country, then you need a foreign passport for the baby.

What can I take on board for a baby for free?

Each applicable fare includes hand luggage for infants - 1 bag weighing up to 10 kg. You can put baby food, diapers, toys in this bag.

You can also take with you devices for carrying a child free of charge (a cradle, restraint systems (devices) for children under two years old, car seats, etc. ), the dimensions of which do not exceed 55 x 40 x 20 cm, and allow them to be safely placed in the aircraft cabin in the luggage rack or under the seat in front of you.

Are cradles available on the aircraft?

A cradle is not provided during the flight. Babies always remain in the hands of an adult.

For passengers with an infant, the safest seats on the aircraft are provided - a seat in the middle of the row.

For the safety of the health of the baby, babies should always keep their heads towards the porthole.

A stroller cannot be taken into the aircraft cabin due to safety requirements - it can fall, interfere with passenger service, block the passage, emergency exit, etc.

If the stroller has a folding mechanism and meets the established dimensions of hand luggage: 55*40*20 cm for all fares, then it can be taken on a plane and placed on the luggage rack.

How much luggage can I take with me if I am traveling with a child?

If the ticket for an infant is issued at the PROMO fare, the baggage is paid for at the excess baggage rates.

Can I combine my luggage and the child's luggage?

Yes, baggage pooling is possible depending on the fare.

If you and your child have tickets issued at the Promo tariff, then the combination is allowed up to 20 kg. If the Economy fare, then you can combine luggage into one bag weighing up to 30 kg.

Is it possible to take a child to the plane in a stroller?

At the check-in desk, the passenger must notify the airport staff in advance of the desire to take the child in a wheelchair to the aircraft. You can do this at the front desk.

The stroller is transported free of charge to the established baggage allowance for passengers with children.

In the future, if there is a technical possibility, the stroller is issued to the passenger when leaving the plane at the gangway, in the absence of such an opportunity - upon receipt of baggage.

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Dimensions of the stroller for transportation in hand luggage

It is possible to take a stroller as hand luggage, only suitable for the dimensions of hand luggage.

Dimensions: 55 x 40 x 20 cm,

up to 115 cm in total of three
measurements (L x W x H) for all tariffs.

The stroller can be used at the airport. At the check-in counter, the passenger must notify the staff of the desire to take the child in a wheelchair to the aircraft.