Is it worth flying business class with a toddler?

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Children 2 or older are required to have their own seat, a ticketed adult fare. Children under 5 can't travel alone under any circumstances.

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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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If you're entertaining a client or traveling with them to an important meeting or conference, business class might be the best route. Business class often offers more privacy, with individual pods for each traveler, giving both you and your guest space if you need it.

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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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YOU WILL NEED TO PURCHASE A TICKET FOR YOUR CHILD IF YOU: Have a child that turns 2 during the trip. Prefer the child sit in a seat with an FAA-approved child safety seat. Already have a child that will be sitting in your lap, regardless of age.

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