Can I use middle name on ticket but not passport?

The fact that a middle name does not show on a ticket does not matter, but it is absolutely necessary that the information given to the carrier regarding the passport be the very same one (first name, middle name, if any, last name) as what the passport really shows.



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Contrary to popular belief, an airline ticket itself does not require a passenger's middle name. However, as previously mentioned, providing accurate and up-to-date information, including a middle name, can help to avoid any issues with security or boarding.

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Yes. The name submitted on your airline reservation must be an exact match to the name you provided on your application. If you use a frequent flyer account or online travel profile, ensure that your name is properly saved.

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If the name on your passport doesn't match your ticket, it can raise suspicion and cause delays, especially if you are traveling to a country with strict security protocols. If you are, we recommend you research beforehand by visiting the State Department's website.

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No, we don't need your middle name(s) unless two people on the booking have identical first and last names. Please make sure all names are spelt exactly as they are on your passport.

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Name changes are allowed only for the entire trip, i.e., you cannot change the outbound or inbound flight only. The passenger name could be changed online up to 2 hours before the outbound flight's scheduled departure time.

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The cost of changing the name on your flight ticket will depend entirely on the airline. Some airlines allow one free correction per ticket. Others will charge a “correction fee” or a “change fee” that can range from $50 to $200.

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Under the TSA's rules, the name on your boarding pass must match your government-issued ID. However, if you're missing your middle name on your boarding pass, it shouldn't be an issue. That's because your airline profile and/or the information on your ticket will match your Secure Flight passenger information.

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If you've misspelled your middle name when booking your flight, you likely don't need to do anything at all. Airlines rely most heavily on passengers' first and last names.

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So first name and family name is all BA needs (and even they don't have to match the passport precisely, though it's best that they do so).

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