Aer Lingus does not offer special support to children traveling independently. As per their minors policy :
Children below 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 16 years old. Unaccompanied minors aged between 12 to 15 may travel alone with the submission of a Form of Indemnity, but they will not receive special assistance during their journey.
Aer Lingus Unaccompanied Minors Policy Major Highlights
Aer Lingus Unaccompanied minors policy states that minor aged 12 to 15 can travel on Aer Lingus flights under specific conditions:
They must travel as adult passengers, without the designation of unaccompanied minors. A parent or adult guardian must accompany them to the airport and present valid identification during checkin.Online or self-service check-in is not permitted for unaccompanied minors.
A Form of Indemnity must be completed by the parent or guardian at the departure airport, and the child must carry a copy for each flight on their itinerary. If the minor's journey involves connecting flights, the policies of the respective airlines will govern their travel. For connecting flights, there are unaccompanied minors age restrictions:
Under 14 years old for British Airways/JetBlue connecting flights.
Under 16 years old for United Airlines connecting flights. Unaccompanied minors are responsible for reaching their connecting flights independently.
How to book Aer Lingus Unaccompanied Minors Flights?
To book unaccompanied minors on Aer Lingus, follow these general steps:
Visit Aer Lingus Website
Select Booking Option
Enter Passenger Details
Select Flights
Indicate Unaccompanied Minor
Provide Contact Information
Review and Confirm
Pay Fees
Receive Confirmation
Note: You can also call at for quick assistance at +1-866-410-8128.
Country Guidelines
Different countries have specific requirements for unaccompanied minors traveling alone:
Portugal:
Under-18 unaccompanied minors traveling to Portugal may face entry refusal if they lack a responsible guardian in the country.
Minors leaving Portugal without parental supervision may require a notarized authorization letter from a parent or guardian.
France:
Under-18 minors traveling from France using a French national ID card typically need a stamped letter from the French police, except if they use their passport.
Spain:
Unaccompanied minors departing from Spain must have a valid travel document.
If using an ID card, they need written permission from their parents, certified by various authorities, and may require additional parental consent when entering Spain from another EU country.
Italy:
Minors under 14 are generally not permitted to travel alone from Italy.
Italian minors under 14 traveling with someone other than a parent or legal guardian must carry a special declaration obtained from the police, in addition to any airline-specific requirements for minors flying alone aged 14-16.
Form of Indemnity
A form of indemnity must be filled , signed and filed for every unaccompanied young traveler traveling on a direct Aer Lingus flight. Unaccompanied young passengers without the required form of indemnity will be refused travel.
A copy of the unaccompanied minor form is required for each flight in the itinerary and one is to be retained by the unaccompanied young passenger at all times. The form of indemnity must be signed by a parent or guardian at the check-in desk at the first departure point and witnessed by an airport check-in staff member. The parent or guardian must carry a valid passport or driver's license to confirm their identity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Aer Lingus offer services for Unaccompanied Minors in its flights?
Aer Lingus does not provide any special services for unaccompanied minors. Children flying alone who are below 12 years must be accompanied by an adult who is minimum 16 years old. Children between 12-15 years (inclusive) are permitted to travel alone, but no special service will be provided to them. Also, the parent or adult guardian must fill out a Form of Indemnity.
Unaccompanied minors will not be permitted:
On JetBlue/British Airways connecting flights if they are below 14 years old.
On United Airlines connecting flights if they are less than 16 years old.
How to book the Aer Lingus unaccompanied Minors service?
You can book the unaccompanied minors service on Aer Lingus by contacting Aer Lingus Reservations or Aer Lingus customer service .
Are unaccompanied Minors accepted on Aer Lingus?
Aer Lingus allows unaccompanied young passengers aged 12–15 years specifically on their direct flights only, subject to the Form of Indemnity requirements . Unfortunately, they do not provide any special assistance for these passengers.
Does Aer Lingus provide cheap flights for unaccompanied minors?
Unfortunately, Aer Lingus does not have any cheaper flights for unaccompanied minors.
What equipment can I carry on Aer Lingus if I'm flying with minors?
One fully collapsible buggy/stroller is permitted free of cost for an infant or child booking, plus one of the following items: car seat, booster seat or travel cot. The buggy/stroller is checked in with the baggage and can be handed down at the gate if needed.
What is the Aer Lingus unaccompanied minors fee ?
Aer Lingus charges a fee for unaccompanied minors service. However, specific fees may differ depending on factors such as the route, age of the child, and whether it's a one-way or round-trip journey. For more information dial +1-866-410-8128.
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