Do lap infants need a boarding pass?

Each adult may travel with one Lap Child. Although a boarding pass is not required for the infant, you will need a Boarding Verification Document, which can be printed at the airport on the day of travel at a kiosk or the ticket counter. A Lap Child may be carried free of charge domestically.



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The lap child must be added to a ticketed reservation before traveling, which can be done by calling 800-221-1212 or 800-323-2323 for SkyMiles members. While strollers and car seats can be brought on board or checked for free, a diaper bag will count against the ticketed passenger's luggage allowance.

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While children don't need an ID for TSA, to fly as a lap infant and document to the airline that they are indeed under 2 years old, you need to be prepared. If you actually purchased a seat for your child, no identification is required since you don't need to prove they are under 2.

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Do babies need an I.D.? Babies from the U.S. don't need an ID when flying domestically, says the TSA. This is actually true of anyone under the age of 18. But they will need a passport to fly internationally.

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Diaper bags, soft-sided cooler bags with breast milk, child safety seats, strollers and medical or mobility devices don't count toward your personal item or carry-on.

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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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Early morning flights are usually less bumpy, which means more time letting your little one out of the car seat to explore the cabin (a must for new walkers). If that isn't possible, and you've got a by-the-clock napper, book a flight that coincides with nap time.

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An infant is considered fit to fly if:
  • You can produce a passenger medical form, also known as a medical release for travel, signed by a physician stating that the baby is healthy enough to fly.
  • You have a copy of the baby's birth certificate as proof of age.


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The TSA will allow you to go through the metal detector while wearing your baby, although you may be asked to undergo an additional screening even if there is not an alarm. The additional screening will consist of having your hands swabbed for chemical residue, and potentially a pat-down.

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Every US citizen, regardless of age, must have a passport to travel abroad. Newborn babies, infants, and toddlers all need a passport to leave and enter another country.

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It must fit in the overhead compartments of the cabin. You can check one item for transporting your baby (e.g., a car seat, baby carrier, or folding cot). Not applicable for checked baggage. Remember that you can also bring a stroller up to the aircraft door and receive priority boarding.

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The Good News: Wet Wipes Are Allowed!
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) doesn't classify them as liquids, so you don't have to worry about the 3-1-1 rule applying to them. Remember to pack them at the top of your bag for easy access during your flight.

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Can I take milk on a plane for my toddler? Travel with toddlers on planes, means you still need to think about food and drink for them. And yes, you can still bring milk or water on board for your toddler. It's usually advised to bring water in a sippy cup rather than a normal water bottle.

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