How old do you have to be to fly Ryanair alone?

We do not carry unaccompanied children under 16. We cannot provide an escort or special facilities.



Ryanair has a strict policy regarding minors: you must be at least 16 years old to travel alone on a Ryanair flight. Unlike many "full-service" carriers, Ryanair does not offer an Unaccompanied Minor (UM) service, nor do they provide staff assistance for teenagers. Any passenger under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 16 years old and is traveling on the same flight reservation. If a minor under 16 attempts to check in alone, they will be denied boarding. This policy is consistent across their entire network. For travelers in 2026, it is vital to remember that even if a 16-year-old can fly alone, they may still need a notarized Letter of Consent from their parents to pass through international immigration depending on the departure and arrival country's local laws.

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International travel Some airlines automatically apply the unaccompanied-minor procedures to kids through age 17 on international flights, and charge the standard unaccompanied-minor fee if applicable. Children must usually have the same passport, visa or other international entry documentation required of adults.

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Children from 12 years of age up to, but not including, their 16th birthday, are also entitled to Unaccompanied Minors service if specifically requested by the parent or guardian (and as long as they are travelling on a full adult fare ticket).

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No, Ryanair does not carry unaccompanied minors under 16 years. Children up to the age of 16 years must always be accompanied by an adult passenger. Special facilities like escort services and others are NOT available.

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BENEFITS OF CABIN CREW/FLIGHT ATTENDANT: Free Cabin Crew Training Course. Training Allowance accumulated from day 1 of the Training Course as well as a daily Per Diem. Free uniform in year 1. Flight duty pay/sales bonus paid monthly.

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Don't pack liquids over 100ml in volume in your carry-on. Liquids include the following: All drinks, including water, alcohol, soups, and syrups. Creams, lotions, oils, perfumes, lip gloss or lip balms, mascara etc.

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The following are strictly prohibited on board: Guns, firearms, or similar weapons; Pointed/edged weapons and sharp objects; Blunt instruments (that is any blunt instrument capable of causing injury, this includes some sporting equipment such as tennis rackets, hurleys, and baseball bats);

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Write out the details: Anyone younger than 17 flying alone on an international flight must have a signed note from a parent or guardian giving permission, destination and length of stay.

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You'll need to fill out an unaccompanied minor form and any necessary Customs and Immigration documents for the day of departure. This form must remain with your child during their journey. At check-in, parents / guardians will also need to provide: A birth certificate or passport as proof of the child's age.

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The Lufthansa care service can also be booked by parents for unaccompanied children from the age of 12 up to a maximum of 17 years. This ensures that the child receives support, especially in the event of a disruption to their flight, such as a delay or cancellation.

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