Is it rude to fly first class with a toddler?

While it's clear that some people don't want babies to be allowed in first class, the current reality is that babies of all ages are allowed in first class on virtually all airlines and in virtually all cabins. So it's fine to “want” things to be different, but that's just the reality.



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Flying With Children In First Class Has Its Pros And Cons Sometimes, younger kids (under nine months) are great travelers, making first class a breeze. However, more mobile children and babies can try to escape their seats, cry for long periods, and make the first-class ambiance a bit awkward for everyone.

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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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Mercifully, first-class cabins are designed to make kids feel as at home as possible, with a fully flat bed set up with soft pillows and blankets. So if you're planning a long-haul flight, a first-class cabin can be well worth it for the extra shut-eye for your kids (and fellow passengers).

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The comforts of business class are indisputably better than economy, but the effort it takes to keep your kid happy (and quiet) is as high as ever when they are small. While your kid is happily watching Frozen and munching on the meal, you might get a few minutes to yourself.

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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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The infant must be under 2 years of age for the duration of the trip. If they turn 2 during a trip, they will need their own seat for the remainder of the trip.

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12-18 Months Old One year olds are often highly mobile yet totally uncontrollable, making for a potentially dangerous travel combination. At this age, children are still too young to understand and follow instructions, so discipline is ineffective.

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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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The best time to fly with kids
While you can't always fly at the optimal time (based on your child's age, that is), it's great when you can. The best times, most agree, are between three and nine months, when kids aren't yet mobile, and any time after age two or three.

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16 Tips for Flying With Toddlers and Young Kids
  1. Book an Early Morning Departure.
  2. Save Your Upgrades for Toddler-Free Travel.
  3. Talk to Your Kids About What to Expect.
  4. Dress in Layers and Skip Shoes With Laces.
  5. Bring Surprises.
  6. Consider Using a Smaller Stroller.
  7. Pack Just Enough.
  8. Plan Your Packing List.


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They might despise sitting quietly for hours on end, and they might be uneasy during turbulence or get upset with the ear-popping changes in air pressure. Thankfully, though, you can have a worry-free travel day with proper preparation and planning.

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Depending on their ages and which airline you have chosen, some airlines invite families to board in front of everybody else, while others allow those with kids to slide in somewhere between elite passengers and regular coach-flying folk.

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Who can fly alone? Most U.S. airlines will permit children who have reached their fifth birthday to travel unaccompanied. Kids ages 5 through 11 who are flying alone must usually travel pursuant to special “unaccompanied minor” procedures.

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You can choose to keep your baby or toddler in your lap if she's under 2. But children 2 and older have to sit in their own seats. In that case, both the FAA and AAP strongly recommend using a car seat or approved harness (booster seats aren't allowed).

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A birth certificate or another form of identification with a birthdate is required to provide proof that they are under 2 years old. If you need to add a lap child after you have made a booking, you can reach reservations at 702-505-8888.

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To prove your child's age to an airline, one of the following documents will suffice: Child's passport (how to get a U.S. passport for an infant and things to know about children's passports) Child's birth certificate. Child's immunization form or other medical records may also work domestically.

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