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Flying with Children — Complete Survival Guide for Parents

Updated June 25, 2026 | 5 min read

Flying with kids doesn't have to be stressful. With the right preparation, it can actually be fun. Here's everything Indian parents need to know.

Age-Based Fare Rules

AgeFareSeat?Baggage?
Under 2 (Infant)10% of adult fareLap only7 kg cabin
2-11 (Child)Adult fare (no discount)✅ Own seatFull allowance
12+ (Adult)Full adult fare✅ Own seatFull allowance

Packing Checklist for Kids

  • 🎒 Entertainment: Tablet with downloaded shows, coloring books, small toys
  • 🍼 Snacks: Familiar snacks — airport food is expensive and unfamiliar
  • 👕 Change of clothes: At least 1 extra set in cabin bag (spills happen!)
  • 💊 Medicine kit: Children's paracetamol, band-aids, motion sickness tabs
  • 🎧 Kids headphones: Volume-limited ones — protect their hearing

Survival Tips

  1. 🕐 Book nap-time flights: Kids sleep through = peaceful flight
  2. 🍬 Lollipop during landing: Sucking prevents ear pain in kids
  3. 🪑 Book front row: More legroom for play area + near lavatory
  4. 📱 Download offline content: Netflix downloads, games — no inflight WiFi needed
  5. 🗣️ Explain the process: Walk kids through security, boarding — reduces anxiety