When flying with a baby (up to two years old), expect special treatment as a passenger. Airlines offer unique fares, baggage allowances, and sometimes priority boarding—but policies differ widely by carrier. Drawing from Skyscanner's flight comparison data, here are the key details every parent needs.
Some carriers like Air France (domestic France flights) or Air Canada (Canada or U.S. routes) fly babies for free, but most charge. Many set the infant fare at 10% of the adult ticket, rising to 20% with Thai Airways or Emirates. Low-cost options like Transavia (€20), easyJet (€26), and Vueling (€5 to €40 + airport taxes) use fixed fees.
Every airline allows checked baggage on infant tickets, starting at a 10kg allowance. Extras like strollers or car seats are often permitted too. Check your airline's policy upfront to avoid surprise fees.
Skip the line with early boarding for parents with babies: Air France, Brussels Airlines, Corsair, easyJet, Emirates, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, and Vueling.
Find the full airline policy list on Skyscanner's website.
