Can children fly under the age of 18 without and adult?

Answer 1

Typical rules: In the airline industry, children who travel alone and meet certain age requirements are called Unaccompanied Minors. North American Airlines accepts unaccompanied minors with properly completed documentation to fly on its flights provided the child's itinerary does not require a change of aircraft. North American Airlines can only accept an eligible minor for transportation from an individual having proof of guardianship. Eligibility: An unaccompanied minor must be over the age of five and under the age of twelve on the date of the start of travel. Minors between the age of twelve and eighteen are also entitled to special handling if requested by a parent or guardian. Charges: The cost per child is $50.00, [$100 for Accra flights], in addition to the price of the ticket for each travel segment, ($100.00, [$200 for Accra flights], in addition to the ticket price for a round trip ticket purchase). Preparation: Proof of age is required at check-in. The adults who escort Unaccompanied Minors to the airport should be sure to bring the child's birth certificate or other notarized documentation verifying the child's age. Airport Check-in: The parent/guardian accompanying the child will be asked to complete an Unaccompanied Minor Form. Information on the form includes the name, address, and phone number(s) of the persons escorting the child to the airport, and meeting the child on arrival. All items on the Unaccompanied Minor Form must be completed and all travel documentation provided before a child is accepted for travel on North American Airlines. An Unaccompanied Minor Documents Pouch will be prepared for the child during check in. This pouch contains all documents and forms required for the child's travel and should be worn by the child until the person designated on the unaccompanied Minor form accepts custody of the child at the destination. Departure: North American Airlines requires that the parent / guardian accompanying the child to stay with the child until he/she has boarded the aircraft. In addition, after the unaccompanied minors board the aircraft, the adults who escorted them to the airport are required to remain in the departure area until the aircraft has departed the gate and is airborne. Arrival: North American Airlines will not release Unaccompanied Minors to any person other than the individual designated on the form, and photo identification will be required to verify identity. Additionally, the person meeting the Unaccompanied Minor will be required to sign the Unaccompanied Minor Form. For this reason, it is imperative that the Unaccompanied Minor Form contain valid contact telephone numbers at both the departure and arrival cities. Should the Unaccompanied Minor not be bet as stated on the form, North American will take whatever action they consider necessary to ensure the child's safe custody. This may include returning the Unaccompanied Minor to the airport of departure or release to authorities such as child welfare authorities or local police. North American Airlines employees or representatives are not permitted to take Unaccompanied Minors to their homes or to remain with them overnight in a hotel.

Answer 2

Generally less but it can depend on airline policy, local laws and regulations. Most airlines will allow an unaccompanied minor to travel but they will require drop off and pick up at both ends by nominated responsible adults and written permission from adult guardians prior to travel.

Answer 3

Yes you must be at least 16, or else you need to buy an unaccompanied minor pass for staff to help you