Long flight with a baby? Bassinets are wall-mounted baby beds available on most international flights. They're FREE — but limited. Here's how to get one.
Which Airlines Offer Bassinets
- ✅ Air India: International flights on 787/A350/777. Free, must request at booking
- ✅ Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Etihad: All international flights. Book early
- ❌ IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa: Domestic LCCs do NOT offer bassinets
- ⚠️ Weight limit: Usually 10 kg / 9 months (varies by airline)
How to Get One
- 📞 Call the airline immediately after booking — online booking often doesn't have the option
- 💺 Request bulkhead row — bassinets attach to the wall in front of you
- 🏃 Check in early — bassinet seats are first-come-first-served at some airlines
- 📧 Confirm 48 hrs before — call again to make sure it's reserved
Domestic Flights (No Bassinet)
- 👶 Under 2 hours? Hold baby on your lap with the infant seatbelt
- 💡 Choose bulkhead anyway: More space to handle baby, no one in front to disturb
- 🍼 Feed during takeoff/landing: Prevents ear pain — see our ear guide