Traveling with Children

The following tips should help both parents and kids arrive at their destination with smiles on their faces.

• If you have a long trip scheduled, "red-eye" flights may be best. This increases the chance that your youngster will be able to sleep through the majority of the trip.
• While any child under two is not required to have their own seat, they may be happier if they do. Purchase a ticket for your infant as well, and use a FAA certified car seat.
• If you do use a car seat, make sure it has been certified for air travel.
• Bring toys your children have never used -- the newness will hold their attention longer.
• Bring plenty of juice. Air travel can be dehydrating, especially for children.
• Wrap up "surprises" for your children to pull out when they get especially restless.
• Finger foods are a great distraction.
• When traveling with your baby, give him/her a bottle or pacifier to suck on during takeoff and landing. This will help equalize the ear pressure and keep your baby comfortable.

For questions about traveling for unaccompanied minors, please click here.