When can a baby fly on a plane

Usually infants must be at least two weeks old before they can travel although some airlines allow seven-day old infants on board. The booking policy differs from one airline to another, so it is important to check directly with the airlines (Which? c). But three to seven months is a great window (The Guardian, 2005).

Generally speaking, most airlines do not fly infants younger than seven days old. … You will need to buy and infant ticket and pay a percentage of the adult fare, as well as any applicable taxes for a baby under two, even though he will be on your lap during the flight.

If possible, wait until your baby is 3 months old

Airplanes are a breeding ground for germs, so it probably isn’t a good idea to fly shortly after giving birth since newborns have a weaker immune system. At the same time, though, an airline isn’t going to ban a newborn from flying.

Assuming that both mother and baby are healthy, you can travel when your infant is two weeks of age. In some cases you can fly even sooner than that, but I would recommend holding off if it’s not absolutely necessary.

When is it safe to travel with a newborn baby by plane? In general, doctors recommend you wait to fly until your baby’s immune system is better developed. This could be as soon as one month for full-term infants, though most doctors recommend anywhere between three months and six months.

Lap babies (younger than age 2) fly free on domestic flights, usually one per paying adult. (You may need to present proof of age.) This does save you money, but it’s important to note that babies riding in airplanes are safest riding in government-approved car seats.