Icelandair Unaccompanied Minor Policy
Nothing matters more than the safety of your child and your peace of mind when it comes to allowing your child to travel on his or her own. Icelandair, one of the most prominent airlines in the world that connects Europe and North America through Iceland, has a very solid and well-developed Unaccompanied Minor (UMNR) policy that guarantees ultimate health and safety of young customers throughout their trip. If your child is flying within Iceland, or on an international flight, Icelandair policy has been designed to assist, advise, and protect young passenger.
Age Requirements and Eligibility
As per Icelandair Unaccompanied Minor Policy, children that fly alone between the age of 5 and 11 are required to use the Unaccompanied Minor service on both domestic and international flights. On the other hand children between the age group of 12 and 15 have the option to either travel alone or book an unaccompanied minor service for extra peace of mind. Children below the age of 5 years cannot travel independently, on Icelandair flights. Notably, this UMNR service is only used in flights that are operated fully by Icelandair; not the codeshare or transfer flights with other airliners.
Booking the Unaccompanied Minor Service
- Within Iceland:Â The UMNR service may be reserved online on the Icelandair web page. Choose the number of children that will travel without a parent (up to four) and indicate the option of unaccompanied minor children in the traveler section. The cost of the service is included in the total price of the ticket
- International Flights:Â Reservations are to be done via calling the Icelandair Reservations customer service. The representatives of the airline will clarify specific requirements and the service prices depending on the route your child will be traveling and use all measures to make the journey organized wisely and safely.
One should make the booking at least 48 hours before the departure and fill out Unaccompanied Minor form.
Service Fees
The Icelandair Unaccompanied Minor Fee varies by route. Following is the fee overview:
| Route | Fee |
| Europe – Iceland | $85 |
| US/Canada – Iceland | $150 |
| Europe – US/Canada | $250 |
When two or more minors are under the same booking, only one fee is charged- it becomes cheaper when families are sending siblings or groups.
Check-In and Airport Procedures
- The child must be escorted to the airport with a parent or legal guardian and the presence of the latter must last until the aircraft departs. Upon checking-in, adults should present valid photo identification, contact information and a filled-in UMNR form and relationship with the minor must be presented.
- In most airports, parents can be permitted to escort the minor to the departure gate. Similarly, the individual meant to receive the child at the arrival point has to present identity and sign documents when collecting the child.
- In domestic flights, Icelandair will notify the registered phone number and email address in regards to uneventful flights.
Onboard Care and Special Arrangements
The crew of Icelandair makes sure that the unaccompanied minors are watched and taken care of during the flight period. The personnel will give the child the first priority in terms of boarding, familiarizing him or her with the flight staff, and providing refreshments and support. When travelling abroad, the airline will take care of all immigration procedures on arrival along with handing over the child to the specified adult to them in person.
Important Limitations and Additional Notes
- No Connecting Flights with Other Airlines:Â The UMNR service is not available when the child is required to switch to or between an alternative airline.
- Booking Deadline:Â The service is supposed to be booked at least 48 hrs prior to the departure.
- Flight Cancellations/Delays:Â Icelandair promises to give great attention to the unaccompanied minors in case of delays or cancellations of the flights.
Conclusion
The unaccompanied Minor policy created by Iceland air is meant to keep the children who fly alone comfortable and ensure their safety. The company has certain age limitations and booking system allowing parents to be sure that their young travelers receive the highest responsibility on the way of their travels.
