What is the Kids Solo Program?

The Air France Kids Solo program offers a complete range of services, from check-in to arrival, to ensure that children are well looked after throughout their journey. This service is included (or not) depending on the age of your child and the flight destination.

What does UM stand for?

UM stands for "Unaccompanied Minor". When a child travels alone, he or she is taken care of by Air France staff and benefits from the Kids Solo service for the duration of the trip.

Can an unaccompanied child travel with an animal in the cabin?

Children travelling alone may be accompanied by their cat or dog, provided they comply with the rules governing the carriage of pets in the cabin. Please note that if you book a ticket for an unaccompanied child on the Air France website, choose the telephone payment option and contact Air France within 24 hours. In this way, you can inform Air France of the presence of the animal at the time of booking.

Can a disabled child travel alone?

Minors with physical or mental disabilities are allowed to travel alone, provided they are autonomous and able to move around safely.

Yes, thanks to Air France?s Kids Solo program, a minor can fly alone. They will be accompanied by a member of staff throughout the various stages of the journey.

What is the legal age for flying alone?

The minimum age at which a child can travel unaccompanied on the same flight varies from airline to airline. In general, it is set at 5 years of age on the date of the flight (some airlines accept children aged 4). This is the case, for example, with Air France?s Kids Solo program.