JetBlue Airlines Unaccompanied Minor Policy

JetBlue Airlines cares about the safety of young travelers. If your child needs to travel alone, JetBlue offers a special Unaccompanied Minor (UM) service to make their journey safe, smooth, and supervised from start to finish.

👧 Who Needs the Unaccompanied Minor Service?

JetBlue's policy applies to:

• Children aged 5 to 13 flying alone.

• Kids under 5 cannot travel alone.

• Teens aged 14 and older may travel alone without using the UM service.

If your child is between 5 and 13 and not traveling with someone 14 or older, this service is mandatory.

💰 Unaccompanied Minor Service Fee

• The UM service costs $150 per child, per way.

• Round-trip for one child = $300

• Two children, one way = $300

This fee ensures your child receives extra care and attention throughout their journey.

📍 Allowed Flights

JetBlue allows unaccompanied minors only on:

• Nonstop, domestic flights

• No international travel

• No connecting flights

• No codeshare flights (partner airlines)

✅ What’s Included?

JetBlue’s Unaccompanied Minor service includes:

• Early boarding

• A friendly crew to assist during the flight

• Supervision at the airport

• Safe handoff to the person picking up the child

• A special lanyard to help identify the child as a UM traveler

📝 What Parents or Guardians Need to Do

• Book by phone: Call JetBlue at 1-800-JETBLUE (538-2583). UM bookings are not available online.

• Arrive early: Reach the airport at least 90 minutes before departure.

• Fill out JetBlue’s UM form: Provide details of the pickup and drop-off persons.

• Carry valid ID: The person dropping off and picking up must have photo identification.

• Stay at the airport: Until the flight takes off.

🎒 What to Pack for Your Child

• A small backpack with:

  • Snacks

  • Books or games

  • A water bottle

  • A contact info card

• JetBlue also provides free snacks during the flight.
  
  

💡 Tips for a Safe Flight

• Explain the travel process to your child ahead of time.

• Ensure they know who is picking them up.

• Label their belongings clearly.

• Keep your phone handy in case JetBlue needs to reach you.

🧑‍✈️ Final Thoughts

JetBlue’s Unaccompanied Minor policy helps families ensure their kids travel with confidence. From check-in to pickup, JetBlue’s caring team ensures your child is safe and supported throughout the trip.

Have questions? Call JetBlue Customer Service at 1-800-JETBLUE (538-2583) or visit the official JetBlue website for more help.