{"id":375513,"date":"2026-07-31T17:43:16","date_gmt":"2026-07-31T15:43:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/"},"modified":"2026-09-28T14:45:44","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T12:45:44","slug":"solo-parent-flying-twins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/","title":{"rendered":"Single Parent Flying with Twins: What You Need to Know in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One adult may hold <strong>only one infant<\/strong> under the age of two, which is a strict safety rule based on the number of oxygen masks available. If you are a single parent arriving at the airport with infant twins and no other adult, <strong>you simply will not be allowed to fly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The only solution is to buy the second child <strong>their own full-price seat<\/strong>. You must then place a certified car seat approved by the airline in it. This will save you <strong>a lot of stress<\/strong> when planning the trip in the first place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will learn exactly how to <strong>manage airport logistics<\/strong> with just your own two hands. I have also put together tips on the documents you need if a grandparent is travelling with you or your children <strong>have a different surname from yours<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ac132d6dac7f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ac132d6dac7f\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dvojcata.jpg\" alt=\"Twins in checked shirts sitting next to each other\" class=\"wp-image-361493\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dvojcata.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dvojcata-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dvojcata-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dvojcata-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dvojcata-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dvojcata-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dvojcata-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A single parent cannot fly alone with twins under the age of two. Photo: \u0421\u0442\u0430\u0441 \u041a\u0441\u0435\u043d\u0437\u043e\u0432 \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#10_Things_a_Single_Parent_Flying_with_Twins_Must_Know\" >10 Things a Single Parent Flying with Twins Must Know<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#1_One_infant_per_adult\" >1. One infant per adult<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#2_What_to_do_if_the_second_adult_cannot_fly\" >2. What to do if the second adult cannot fly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#3_Companion_age_requirements_by_airline\" >3. Companion age requirements by airline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#4_Flying_with_a_grandparent_or_another_relative\" >4. Flying with a grandparent or another relative<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#5_Different_surnames_and_consent_from_the_other_parent\" >5. Different surnames and consent from the other parent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#6_Divorced_parents_and_shared_custody_while_travelling\" >6. Divorced parents and shared custody while travelling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#7_Practical_airport_logistics_for_a_single_parent\" >7. Practical airport logistics for a single parent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#8_Tricky_liquid_and_pushchair_limits\" >8. Tricky liquid and pushchair limits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#9_What_to_pack_and_what_to_leave_at_home\" >9. What to pack and what to leave at home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#10_Mental_preparation_and_what_helps_most\" >10. Mental preparation and what helps most<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#Practical_summary_and_indicative_prices\" >Practical summary and indicative prices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#Where_to_go_next\" >Where to go next<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#Can_I_fly_alone_with_two_children_under_two_years_old\" >Can I fly alone with two children under two years old?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#What_should_I_do_if_my_child_and_I_have_different_last_names\" >What should I do if my child and I have different last names?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#What_are_the_liquid_limits_when_traveling_with_a_child_from_major_European_airports\" >What are the liquid limits when traveling with a child from major European airports?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#Will_we_sit_together_with_our_children_on_the_plane_for_free\" >Will we sit together with our children on the plane for free?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#Where_must_an_infant_on_a_lap_sit_on_the_plane\" >Where must an infant on a lap sit on the plane?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#Do_you_have_to_pay_for_a_stroller_on_the_plane\" >Do you have to pay for a stroller on the plane?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/solo-parent-flying-twins\/#Is_an_infant_entitled_to_compensation_for_flight_delays\" >Is an infant entitled to compensation for flight delays?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  <strong>The 1:1 rule is non-negotiable:<\/strong> One adult may look after only one infant under two who is travelling on their lap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Twins under two:<\/strong> A single parent cannot fly with them without a second adult or a separately purchased seat with a car seat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>New liquid rules:<\/strong> At Prague Airport, Terminal 2 has allowed containers of up to 2 litres since 1 October 2025, while the old 100 ml limit remains in place at Terminal 1.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Family seating legislation:<\/strong> A revision of EU regulations in July 2026 guarantees free seating for children under 14 next to a parent, but it will not actually take effect until mid-2027.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Consent to travel:<\/strong> If you have a different surname from your child, or the child is flying with a grandparent, an officially certified consent form can save you from trouble.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Delays and compensation:<\/strong> For children under two without their own seat \u26a0\ufe0f, practice is inconsistent and airlines often reject claims.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Minimum age for a companion varies:<\/strong> With Ryanair, the second child can only be accompanied by someone over 18; Wizz Air accepts someone aged 16 or over.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Things_a_Single_Parent_Flying_with_Twins_Must_Know\"><\/span>10 Things a Single Parent Flying with Twins Must Know<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s take a look at what you need to watch out for and what you should know before you fly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_One_infant_per_adult\"><\/span>1. One infant per adult<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: This is the absolute foundation, and it is where many travel plans fall apart. <strong>One adult may hold only one infant<\/strong> (a child under two) on their lap. If you are a single parent with twins who are not yet two, you simply cannot fly in the standard arrangement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reason is not that airlines want to make life difficult, but <strong>straightforward onboard safety<\/strong>. There are exactly two oxygen masks available above each window-side seat. An adult would also be physically unable to safely hold two children against their body during turbulence or an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is why low-cost airlines such as Ryanair <strong>always seat an adult travelling with an infant by the window<\/strong>. If you try to enter one adult and two lap infants in the booking system, it will block the booking immediately and will not let you proceed to payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_to_do_if_the_second_adult_cannot_fly\"><\/span>2. What to do if the second adult cannot fly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ac132d6db5db&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ac132d6db5db\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-na-plose.jpg\" alt=\"Family with a toddler in front of a Ryanair plane\" class=\"wp-image-358395\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-na-plose.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-na-plose-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-na-plose-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-na-plose-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-na-plose-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-na-plose-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-na-plose-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-na-plose-1392x928.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-rodina-na-plose-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jon\u00e1\u0161 was not quite two years old on his first flight.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: If you absolutely must fly alone with both children under two, you essentially have one practical option. <strong>You must buy the second child their own seat<\/strong> at the full adult fare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will also need to <strong>bring your own certified car seat approved for use on an aircraft<\/strong> and seat the second child in it. The car seat must have a clearly visible label showing that it is approved for air travel. With Smartwings, you must also purchase this specific seat by phone through the customer helpline; the online system will not allow you to do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f The crucial warning is that some jurisdictions have even stricter rules, and even the car-seat option <strong>is not allowed for a single parent travelling with two infants<\/strong>. Before making any booking in this situation, you absolutely must call the individual carrier\u2019s customer service line and have the procedure confirmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Companion_age_requirements_by_airline\"><\/span>3. Companion age requirements by airline<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The second option for travelling with twins is to find someone to accompany you. But you cannot just bring anyone, because <strong>airlines differ considerably in the minimum age of a companion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are flying with Ryanair and want an older sibling to hold the second child on their lap, <strong>the sibling must be at least 18<\/strong>. Wizz Air is more flexible: it accepts a companion aged 16 or over as a fully responsible adult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always <strong>check these age limits in the terms and conditions before booking<\/strong>. Although low-cost airlines allow people aged 16 and over to travel independently, taking responsibility for an infant on your lap is an entirely different category from a safety perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Flying_with_a_grandparent_or_another_relative\"><\/span>4. Flying with a grandparent or another relative<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: What if neither parent is flying with the child and you are sending them off to the seaside with a grandparent or aunt? The airlines themselves usually have no problem with this. Smartwings, for example, explicitly states that <strong>flying with someone else\u2019s child is not restricted<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the same time, however, they refer you to the destination country\u2019s requirements, and that is where a major problem can arise. The key is to <strong>give the grandparent written consent from the child\u2019s legal guardians<\/strong> to travel, ideally in two languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f You must <strong>check the exact document requirements directly with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs<\/strong>. In general, it is strongly recommended that the signature on this document be officially certified, especially if the grandparent is flying with the child outside the European Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Different_surnames_and_consent_from_the_other_parent\"><\/span>5. Different surnames and consent from the other parent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ac132d6dc3d4&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ac132d6dc3d4\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/doklady.jpg\" alt=\"Passports and boarding passes for a trip\" class=\"wp-image-358402\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/doklady.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/doklady-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/doklady-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/doklady-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/doklady-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/doklady-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/doklady-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Without the right consent and documents, your child is not going anywhere.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: It is perfectly normal today for a mother to be called Novak and her child to have the father\u2019s surname, Dvorak. But to passport control, this can be a <strong>potential red flag and raise suspicions of child abduction<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So always <strong>carry a copy of your child\u2019s birth certificate<\/strong>; in practice, it can be an invaluable document at the airport. It can stop unnecessary questioning before it even begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second common complication is the child\u2019s appearance in the document. A child at three months old <strong>looks completely different from a three-year-old<\/strong>. A significant change in appearance is a good reason to replace the document with a new one, even if the old one is technically still valid, so do not let the authorities dismiss your concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Divorced_parents_and_shared_custody_while_travelling\"><\/span>6. Divorced parents and shared custody while travelling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: This is probably the most sensitive issue in the whole topic, and mothers discuss it constantly in online forums. If you are divorced and flying with your child to the seaside, <strong>do you need the other parent\u2019s consent?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In practical terms: \u26a0\ufe0f whether this consent is a mandatory document within the European Union and the Schengen Area must be <strong>checked in advance with a lawyer or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs<\/strong>. Border control may still ask to see it, particularly if you are flying outside Schengen to countries such as Turkey or Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f If the trip involved a significantly longer stay or even moving abroad without consent, it <strong>could constitute international child abduction<\/strong>. That is very dangerous territory, so for your own peace of mind, always obtain verified consent from the other parent specifying the exact dates and destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Practical_airport_logistics_for_a_single_parent\"><\/span>7. Practical airport logistics for a single parent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ac132d6dcb02&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ac132d6dcb02\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/solo_rodic.jpg\" alt=\"Mother with a child waiting in an airport hall\" class=\"wp-image-358540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/solo_rodic.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/solo_rodic-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/solo_rodic-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/solo_rodic-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/solo_rodic-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/solo_rodic-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/solo_rodic-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A single parent needs to plan the logistics in advance.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: When you are flying alone with a toddler and also have an older child, you need a proper system. The key to success is having <strong>both hands completely free<\/strong>, so a large carry-on backpack worn on your back is ideal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In our experience, an ergonomic baby carrier works extremely well. It frees your hands, and the great news is that <strong>a carrier usually does not count towards your baggage allowance<\/strong>. easyJet even explicitly allows you to take a framed child carrier free of charge as one of two pieces of children\u2019s equipment checked in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Security screening is where you will feel the pressure most, because you have to fold the pushchair and remove electronics. So always <strong>use the priority lane for families with children<\/strong>, which Prague Airport and many airports abroad fortunately offer without any trouble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Tricky_liquid_and_pushchair_limits\"><\/span>8. Tricky liquid and pushchair limits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Packing liquids for children is a nightmare, but the rules are changing. Since 1 October 2025, new CT scanner rules at Prague Airport\u2019s Terminal 2 mean you <strong>can take one additional container of up to 2 litres<\/strong> without removing it from your backpack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f Be extremely careful, though, because <strong>this change does not apply to Terminal 1 at all<\/strong>, where the old 100 ml limit still applies. Ryanair and Wizz Air flights to non-Schengen destinations depart from Terminal 1. Baby food and milk are fortunately always exempt up to the quantity needed for the journey; this is governed by airport rules, not the airline\u2019s rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As for pushchairs, remember Smartwings\u2019 strict rule if you are flying with them. <strong>They will not accept a damage claim for an unwrapped pushchair.<\/strong> A bag or sturdy protective film is not just a recommendation; it is a firm requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_What_to_pack_and_what_to_leave_at_home\"><\/span>9. What to pack and what to leave at home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ac132d6dd1c4&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ac132d6dd1c4\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-nastup-a-okenko.jpg\" alt=\"Father with a toddler by a plane and a little boy at the window\" class=\"wp-image-358419\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-nastup-a-okenko.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-nastup-a-okenko-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-nastup-a-okenko-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-nastup-a-okenko-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-nastup-a-okenko-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-nastup-a-okenko-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-nastup-a-okenko-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-nastup-a-okenko-1392x928.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadlem-s-detmi-nastup-a-okenko-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A direct flight without a connection is the safest choice when travelling with children.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Cut your packing down to the absolute minimum. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) does recommend <strong>that children under 12 always sit next to their accompanying adult<\/strong>, but with low-cost airlines you need to check this carefully and pay extra if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pack new, unfamiliar toys and plenty of favourite snacks in your backpack; they can help equalise pressure in children\u2019s ears during descent. On the other hand, <strong>avoid experimenting with sleeping medication altogether<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions about the artificial sleep hormone often come up in online discussions. Remember that <strong>melatonin must not be given to children under two<\/strong>, and for older children it should only be considered after very careful consultation with their doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Mental_preparation_and_what_helps_most\"><\/span>10. Mental preparation and what helps most<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Be ready for your plans to fall apart. Our return trip to Faro was delayed, <strong>our carefully planned sleep schedule completely fell apart<\/strong>, and Jon\u00e1\u0161 stayed awake the whole time. It was still fine: he enjoyed the flight and happily watched the view through the window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On another flight to Paris, he again <strong>refused to be fastened with the child safety belt during take-off and landing<\/strong>, which required a lot of patience. If your flight is delayed by more than three hours, compensation may apply. \u26a0\ufe0f For children under two without their own seat, practice is inconsistent and airlines unfortunately often reject these claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And what if your pushchair comes off the baggage belt damaged? <strong>You must report the damage in writing within seven days<\/strong> under the Montreal Convention, but the best option by far is to complete a so-called PIR report at the airport baggage claims desk straight away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_summary_and_indicative_prices\"><\/span>Practical summary and indicative prices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Working out children\u2019s fees can sometimes feel like quite a maths problem. While traditional airlines charge a percentage of your ticket price, <strong>low-cost carriers have fixed fees for every individual flight segment<\/strong>, even when a child does not have their own seat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Fee type \/ Rule<\/th><th>Ryanair (2026)<\/th><th>Wizz Air (2026)<\/th><th>Typical airlines (e.g. Lufthansa)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Infant on lap (0\u20132 years)<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac25 \/ segment<\/td><td>approx. \u20ac27 \/ segment<\/td><td>10% of adult fare<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Child with their own seat (2+ years)<\/strong><\/td><td>Full adult fare<\/td><td>Full adult fare<\/td><td>Often a child fare (approx. 20\u201330% discount)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Minimum age to accompany the second child<\/strong><\/td><td>18<\/td><td>16<\/td><td>Usually 16 or 18 (check in advance)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Pushchair free of charge<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes (up to 2 pieces of children\u2019s equipment)<\/td><td>Yes (for children under 14)<\/td><td>Yes (often a pushchair + car seat)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your child <strong>turns two during your holiday<\/strong>, you must buy them a regular seat for the return journey. This is usually handled by splitting the booking or calling the customer helpline, so keep it in mind when buying your tickets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_go_next\"><\/span>Where to go next<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have an airport trip coming up and want to keep everything under control, take a look at our other guides too. They cover the most pressing problems parents face before flying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flying-with-children-guide\/\">Flying with children: the complete guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/child-travel-documents-consent\/\">Consent for a child to travel and children\u2019s documents<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/airplane-seating-children\/\">Where to sit with a child on a plane<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/stroller-airplane-travel-guide\/\">Taking a pushchair on a plane<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/prague-airport-with-kids\/\">Prague Airport with children<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<!-- LKM_GYG_CARD start q=\"dvojcaty solo\" lang=\"en\" --><!-- LKM_GYG_CARD end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785339793000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_fly_alone_with_two_children_under_two_years_old\"><\/span>Can I fly alone with two children under two years old?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The standard way doesn&#8217;t work. <strong>One adult may only have one child on their lap.<\/strong> For the second child, you must purchase a full seat and bring a certified car seat, or arrange for a second adult as an escort (age varies by airline).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785339793001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_if_my_child_and_I_have_different_last_names\"><\/span>What should I do if my child and I have different last names?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Definitely <strong>bring a copy of your child&#8217;s birth certificate<\/strong>. When traveling outside the Schengen Area, it&#8217;s also highly advisable to have an officially certified written consent from the other parent for the trip, to avoid suspicion of abduction.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785339793002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_liquid_limits_when_traveling_with_a_child_from_major_European_airports\"><\/span>What are the liquid limits when traveling with a child from major European airports?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Since October 2025, <strong>relaxed limits of up to 2 liters<\/strong> per container apply at many Schengen terminals. At non-Schengen terminals, however, the strict 100 ml limit still applies. Fortunately, baby food and milk have an exemption at both types of terminals.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785339793003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_we_sit_together_with_our_children_on_the_plane_for_free\"><\/span>Will we sit together with our children on the plane for free?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The European Union approved a rule in 2026 that <strong>children under 14 must sit with a parent for free<\/strong>. In practice, however, this won&#8217;t be fully enforced until mid-2027. Until then, low-cost carriers will seat you together, but often only in the back rows.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785339793004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_must_an_infant_on_a_lap_sit_on_the_plane\"><\/span>Where must an infant on a lap sit on the plane?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For safety reasons, an adult with an infant on their lap must <strong>always sit in a window seat<\/strong>. That&#8217;s where two oxygen masks are located. You cannot sit in the aisle or middle seat.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785339793005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_have_to_pay_for_a_stroller_on_the_plane\"><\/span>Do you have to pay for a stroller on the plane?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, the vast <strong>majority of airlines transport strollers for free<\/strong>. You can take it all the way to the boarding gate, where staff will fold it and store it in the cargo hold. 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