{"id":1754,"date":"2025-06-16T07:31:27","date_gmt":"2025-06-16T07:31:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.akbartravels.com\/?p=1754"},"modified":"2025-11-19T09:52:32","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T09:52:32","slug":"traveling-with-a-baby-know-what-airline-ticketing-policies-are","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/traveling-with-a-baby-know-what-airline-ticketing-policies-are\/","title":{"rendered":"Air Travel with Infant: An Ultimate Baby on Board Guide Every Parent Needs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you traveling with your little bundle of joy? Well, airlines take care of your little one just as well as you do. Air travel with infant is not as intimidating as it sounds; you need only prepare and plan a bit to make the process so simple. If you\u2019re on the way to securing cheap flight tickets<\/a> to catch your first aircraft with your baby, here\u2019s an in-depth look at how to air travel with infant, covering everything from seat booking to onboard facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, wrap up your bundle of joy for their first smooth adventure, whether domestic or international, with this Air travel with infant checklist! Let\u2019s go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rules to Follow: Is an Infant Allowed on Board?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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As per the airline policies for infants, newborn babies must be over 7 days old to fly with their parents. Babies older than 7 days and up to 2 years of age fall under the infant category. Passengers between ages of 2 and 12 years (during the flight) will fall under the child category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Children up to 5 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times during their journey. Most Indian airlines do not permit kids younger than five years to travel unaccompanied. Some airlines also recommend that the best age for air travel with infant is after two or three months have passed since birth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please note:<\/strong> One of the major infant on flight tips is to give your baby a milk bottle to suck on as the flight takes off and lands to avoid popping off the ears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore ID Proof Required for Domestic Air Travel.<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Flight Ticket Booking: For New Born Baby in Flight & Kids<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Most Indian airlines allow infants below 2 years to fly without a separate ticket. Yes, the flight charges for Infants in India are zero! You can carry your infant on the lap when taking such flights. To make travel easier, a few airlines provide a bassinet or allow a stroller for baby in flight so parents can have a comfortable flying experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seat Recommendations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As per popular recommendations, parents prefer the aisle seat, as you have enough space to adjust and move around with your baby without disturbing others on the flight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A ticket for baby in flight is not necessary; however, passengers traveling with babies over 2 years must have a booked seat. Parents traveling with kids between 2 and 11 years can access a lower fare for their child when reserving a separate seat. Kids falling under this age group usually prefer to sit near the window, as they are distracted by the changing scenery outside. With a baby flight ticket, some flights offer the option of a special children\u2019s meal, which you can opt for at the time of booking the ticket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parents reserving seats for children have to carry their own bassinet or car seat. The airline might not provide one on board, so add it to the list of things to carry with infant on flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Air Travel with Infant: Baggage Allowance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Airlines in India offer infants under 2 years a baggage allowance of no more than 10 kg, regardless of the flying class. Parents must remember that this allowance cannot be used up for their items; only baby items can be brought along. This luggage is stored as check-in baggage, so don\u2019t pack all essential items in this bag. A few things to carry when traveling with baby in flight are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n