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Can kids be in first class?

But just because you have kids doesn't mean you have to travel in less comfort or style. Most airlines allow children to fly in business and first and even provide extra amenities to make the flight extra special.



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Malaysia Airlines' decision to keep babies out of its first-class section on certain flights is as courageous as it is controversial. It acknowledges the fact that its premium cabin is an experience meant primarily for adult passengers.

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If the kids are well-behaved and can self-monitor - or if one has the experience of being in charge, and responsible, then I can't see why not. I've been on flights where the kids are in coach and the adults in first class, it's not a new thing, not even unusual.

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Most gate agents give you the option of early boarding—and with a newborn or infant, that's the way to go so you can get settled with bags stowed and essentials out for takeoff.

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All the major airlines allow infants (there's no age restriction) to fly in first class when accompanied by an adult.

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If you travel as a family in business class with a toddler, it is OK because you can use both seats on each side of the child.

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Yes, children are allowed to fly in Business Class. However, that will not stop some fellow passengers from disagreeing with your choice of cabin, and some airlines are more geared towards child passengers than others.

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Yes, your kids are allowed to fly in Delta Business class aka first class. I have even seen people flying with babies up here. My kids love being first class passengers! What is this?

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Each airline will have its rules about who can sit where, but a bulkhead seat is generally considered an excellent option for families traveling with young children. The bulkhead is at the front of the cabin and sitting in those seats usually guarantees you some extra leg room.

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Flying with an infant or young child first class could mean paying an additional 'lap charge', and this can differ depending on which airline you go with. Some airlines are not always upfront about this charge, so if it's advertised as free, you could incur some steep fuel surcharges.

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On most major airlines, kids must be at least five years old to fly alone, yet recently, infants as young as 11 months have been seated away from their parents. This week, major airlines have finally announced new policies to prevent families from being separated in the air.

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