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Delta Airlines unaccompanied minor policy

Delta's unaccompanied minor policy ensures safety with trackable wristbands, personal escorts, and access to Sky Zone lounges for kids aged 5-17 traveling alone.

What age can minors fly alone on Delta?

Age Guidelines:

4 & under: Must travel with an adult.
5-7 years: Only allowed on select nonstop flights.
8-14 years: Can fly on both nonstop and connecting flights.
15-17 years: Unaccompanied minor service is optional.

What is the fee for Delta Airlines' unaccompanied minor service?

A $150 fee applies per round trip, covering up to 4 children.
The fee is required for children aged 5-14. For children 15-17, the service is optional if parents choose it.

What are the necessary documents for the minor service?

Valid photo ID (license, passport, etc.)
Address (as shown on ID)
Contact number

Name, address, and phone number of the adult picking up the kid

What are the rules for Delta Airlines' unaccompanied minor service?

Boarding & Pickup

An adult must accompany the child to the gate and stay until departure. Delta staff will assist with connecting flights.
The designated pickup adult must present a valid ID and sign for the child.
Parents should arrive 2 hours before the scheduled arrival for a gate pass.

Delta Airlines' infant policy

Lap Children: Infants under 2 can travel as lap children. Just remember to notify Delta in advance.
Age Restrictions: The adult holding the lap child must be at least 12 years old.
Lap Child Limit: Only one lap child per adult; additional infants need their own seat.
Infant Seats: You can purchase a seat and use a child restraint device. Delta offers discounted fares.

Want to know more about Delta's infant policies? Contact us at +1 (323) 800 6001 for dedicated support with your flight reservations.

FAQs

Yes, 14-year-olds can fly alone. The unaccompanied minor service is optional for children aged 15-17 and mandatory for those aged 5-14 on Delta Airlines flight reservations.

Delta charges a $150 unaccompanied minor fee per direction, covering up to four children traveling together under the Delta reservations policy.

Delta does not mandate a travel consent form. However, it is recommended that you bring one, especially for Delta Air international flights, to avoid issues with immigration or other ticket requirements.

Yes, you must inform Delta during flight booking to ensure proper arrangements for your infant. This helps allocate appropriate seating and comply with airline regulations.

Log into "My Trips," open Special Service Requests, and select "Request Infant-in-Arms." Fill in the necessary details, confirm, and ensure your airline reservation reflects the addition. Contact us at +1 (323) 800 6001 for all flight related queries.

Infants can fly in Delta One, but child or booster seats cannot be used with flat-bed seats or airbag seat belts, per FAA regulations. Children under two can fly on a parent's lap.