How do you travel if you need a wheelchair?

We recommend that you request wheelchair assistance in advance, by selecting 'Add special assistance' when booking or managing your trip online. You can also let a team member at the airport know on the day of travel that you need wheelchair assistance.



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Do I have to pay extra to fly with a wheelchair? It's free to check up to two wheelchairs, scooters or mobility devices, including sports wheelchairs and personal medical equipment, in addition to your checked bags. We recommend any mobility device not needed for assistance to your gate be checked in the airport lobby.

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Bulkhead seating typically works best for wheelchair users since it's the first row of seats in economy class. By requesting a bulkhead seat, you can avoid being wheeled farther back in the plane, and the bulkhead seats usually allow more legroom and space to transfer.

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Being taken only from the check-in counter to the boarding gate, I would tip $10. I want nice people to be pushing the wheelchair, so the nicer they are, the better I tip. Minimum, $5, but a lot depends on how long the distance is. Help them by marking your luggage so it can be spotted at a distance.

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A wheelchair assistant, who is called a passenger assistant or attendant at some airports, takes a passenger from the ticketing area through the terminal to a gate for outbound flights. They may also assist with boarding by helping the passenger get to an aisle chair inside the aircraft.

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There are no big wheels to push so you will need a flight attendant to push you. There is at least one accessible bathroom onboard which is big enough to fit the aisle chair in. Flight attendants can help you transfer if you need it. They'll appreciate it if you do not ask for assistance while they are serving meals.

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The roomier bulkhead seating might be an option for some, just be aware the armrests do not raise. Also, keep in mind that wheelchair users exit the aircraft last. The deplaning process can easily take 25 minutes or more, so when booking a connecting flight, always allow ample time.

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A: Most airlines allow passengers with a disability, including those who use a wheelchair, to board first. This enables you to take your time and find adequate space for your luggage or equipment. However, the policy may vary depending on the airline and the flight.

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How Do I Fly with a Disability? You can fly with a wheelchair with a disability in one of two ways; you can either bring your own wheelchair (but may need to bring spare parts along with you to avoid any issues) or fly utilizing airline provided mobility equipment (usually a manual wheelchair) .

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Passengers with a hidden disability may voluntarily choose to wear a Sunflower lanyard, sticker, or wristband to discreetly indicate they need extra assistance or time. Airport staff are trained to recognize the Sunflower and are available to provide assistance and support as needed.

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Airlines are also required to provide passengers with disabilities many types of assistance, including wheelchair or other guided assistance to board, deplane, or connect to another flight; seating accommodation assistance that meets passengers' disability-related needs; and assistance with the loading and stowing of ...

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