{"id":40113,"date":"2023-07-31T10:04:48","date_gmt":"2023-07-31T07:04:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/travel-tips-with-a-child-prepare-for-the-flight\/"},"modified":"2023-07-31T10:06:58","modified_gmt":"2023-07-31T07:06:58","slug":"travel-tips-with-a-child-prepare-for-the-flight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/travel-tips-with-a-child-prepare-for-the-flight\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel Tips with a Child: Prepare for the Flight"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Things to consider when traveling with a child<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Father traveling by plane with child.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

First, let\u2019s acknowledge that traveling with a child can be difficult at times. Children certainly are capable of surprising us with unexpected requests, but there are resources available for air travel with a youngster that will make a parent\u2019s job a little easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Who qualifies as a child passenger?<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To be considered a \u2018child passenger\u2019, the child must be at least two years old but not yet twelve years old. In other words, “child passengers” are passengers aged 2 to 11. Child passengers can travel with their parents or with an adult aged 18 and over. Let\u2019s review some of the specifics of flying with kids. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Children traveling by themselves or with a companion<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Child passengers traveling on the plane.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Child passengers can safely travel via Turkish Airlines with or without a companion. Of course, families need to know the details for both situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Children between the ages of 2 and 7 can travel unaccompanied but are under the supervision of cabin crew during the flight. Child travelers who are at least 7 years old on the day of travel but not yet 12 years old can travel alone with the approval of their parents or legal guardians. However, an Unaccompanied Minor Carriage Authorization Document must be signed in such cases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your child must travel with a companion but you are unable to accompany your child, you can request a companion at least 48 hours prior to departure. If you cover the costs, our staff will accompany your child on the flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Privileges for unaccompanied minors<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n