European Tour Groups that Allow Unaccompanied Minors

1. Can a minor child travel alone internationally?
2. Can my 14 year old travel alone internationally?
3. Which airlines allow unaccompanied minors?
4. Does Lufthansa allow unaccompanied minors?
5. Can a 16 year old travel abroad without parental consent?
6. Can a 16 year old fly alone internationally?
7. What do 14 year olds need to fly?
8. How do I book a flight for a minor?
9. Do minors need ID to fly alone?
10. Who has the cheapest unaccompanied minor fee?
11. What is unaccompanied minor service?
12. Is unaccompanied minor service mandatory?

Can a minor child travel alone internationally?

Children traveling outside the U.S.

You may not be able to escort your child through security in some airports. If this is the case, a team member will take your child to the gate and stay with them until the flight departs. Children under 18 may need a Letter of Consent to travel internationally without both parents.

Can my 14 year old travel alone internationally?

Unaccompanied minors between 5 and 14 years can travel to most national and international destinations on nonstop flights only. Unaccompanied minor service costs $100.

Which airlines allow unaccompanied minors?

• Unaccompanied Minors must be ticketed on an adult fare.
• Travel is permitted on Delta and Delta Connection.
• Travel is permitted on Domestic and International itineraries.
• Unaccompanied Minors can only connect to other Delta, Delta Connection, Air France and KLM flights.

Does Lufthansa allow unaccompanied minors?

Children aged between 5 and 11 may only fly unaccompanied if they are using our special service or if they are travelling with someone who is at least 12 years old. However, children aged from 12 up to a maximum of 17 years old, who are travelling alone, can also be looked after at the request of their parents.

Can a 16 year old travel abroad without parental consent?

If you are 18 or over – You will be able to travel abroad on your own without the consent of your parents. ... If you are below the age of 16 and want to travel abroad but your parents do not agree, you or a parent, may need to apply to court for an order giving you permission.

Can a 16 year old fly alone internationally?

Children 5 to 14 years old must travel as unaccompanied minors when not traveling with a person at least 15 years old. Children 15 and older may request and pay for the unaccompanied minor service. Unaccompanied minors are accepted only on direct flights that do not require a change of aircraft or flight number.

What do 14 year olds need to fly?

TSA does not require children under 18 to provide identification when traveling with a companion within the United States. The companion will need acceptable identification.

How do I book a flight for a minor?

You won't be able to book a flight for an unaccompanied minor through a discount airline website. The airlines typically require you to contact them directly or book through a travel agent. Read the policy for unaccompanied minors for the airline you plan to use.

Do minors need ID to fly alone?

If your child is traveling alone, they may be required to bring a photo ID, depending on the airline. ... If your child is between 15 and 17 years old, they need ID to fly with United. They can choose from an extensive list of documents such as driver's license, passport, credit card, school ID, social security card, etc.

Who has the cheapest unaccompanied minor fee?

Alaska has the cheapest unaccompanied-minor fees, charging $25 each way for nonstop or direct flights and $50 for connecting flights. Southwest charges $50 each way; Frontier, JetBlue and Spirit charge $100 each way; and American, Delta, United and US Airways charge $150 each way.

What is unaccompanied minor service?

Unaccompanied Minor Service is the special service which airlines provide for unaccompanied minors. This service is commonly abbreviated to 'UMS'. The quality of the service may vary depending on the airline, and the staff delivering the service.

Is unaccompanied minor service mandatory?

Unaccompanied Minor - Special Services

Children 5-14 years of age traveling without an adult (18 years plus) are considered an Unaccompanied Minor (UMNR) and must participate in the UMNR program. Unaccompanied Minor (UMNR) service is mandatory for ages 5-14.