Air Transat Unaccompanied Minor Policy (2026)
Air Transat accepts unaccompanied minors ages 8-17. The VIP Service is mandatory for ages 8-11 and optional for 12-17, costing $100 CAD each way.
Last verified: 2026-07-29. Source: Air Transat official website.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Policy |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 8 years old |
| UM Mandatory | Ages 8–11 |
| UM Optional | Ages 12–17 |
| Domestic Fee | $100 CAD each way |
| International Fee | $100 CAD each way |
| Per Child? | Yes (per child) |
| Connections | Not allowed — The Unaccompanied Minor VIP Service is not available on connecting or codeshare flights. |
| International | Allowed — Service is not available on flights to or from Colombia. |
| Booking Method | Cost is $100 CAD per unaccompanied minor, per direction, payable in advance via the call centre. Children under 12 traveling alone are charged an adult fare. |
Ages 8-11 must use the VIP Service. Ages 12-17 may travel alone independently, but parents can opt into the VIP Service. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a passenger 16 or older.
How It Works: Step by Step
- Check-In: The child must be checked in at least 3 hours before the flight's scheduled departure time.
- Boarding: Child gets priority boarding and is escorted through the airport processes.
- In-Flight: Child receives standard seat assignment and free snacks from the Bistro selection.
- Arrival: Child is escorted to the destination.
Escort Rules: The person picking up the child on arrival must present a photo ID card to verify their contact information matches the departure form.
Required Documents
Required
- Photo ID for the person picking up the child
- Full contact details of the person meeting the child at destination
Recommended
- Written permission and/or special documentation for children under 18 travelling alone (depends on destination country)
The parent or guardian accompanying the child to the airport must remain at the airport until the aircraft takes off, as confirmed by the Air Transat agent.
Safety Procedures
- Child receives a pouch to wear around the neck identifying them as an unaccompanied minor
- Escort provided through all airport processes
- Priority boarding and baggage handling
- Parent/guardian must stay at the airport until the aircraft takes off
Restrictions & Exceptions
- Not available on connecting or codeshare flights
- Not available on flights to or from Colombia
- Children under 8 cannot travel alone
Pro Tips for Parents
- Arrive Early: Check in at least 3 hours before the scheduled departure time to complete all necessary paperwork.
- Pre-order Meals: For flights to/from the South (except Peru), US, and within Canada, you can pre-order a meal from the Bistro menu up to 72 hours before the flight.
- Stay at the Airport: The parent or guardian must remain at the airport until the aircraft has officially taken off.
The Bottom Line
Air Transat provides a comprehensive VIP Service for unaccompanied minors that includes standard seat assignment, priority boarding, priority baggage handling, and free snacks from the Bistro selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does the Air Transat unaccompanied minor service cost?
- The VIP Service costs $100 CAD per unaccompanied minor, each way. Note that children under 12 traveling alone will also be charged an adult fare.
- What is the minimum age for a child to fly alone on Air Transat?
- The minimum age is 8 years old. The VIP Service is mandatory for children ages 8 to 11 and optional for youth ages 12 to 17.
- Can an unaccompanied minor take a connecting flight on Air Transat?
- No, the Unaccompanied Minor VIP Service is not available on connecting or codeshare flights. It is also unavailable on flights to or from Colombia.