{"id":394585,"date":"2026-08-21T17:43:40","date_gmt":"2026-08-21T15:43:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/"},"modified":"2026-08-22T14:05:39","modified_gmt":"2026-08-22T12:05:39","slug":"best-family-airlines-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Family Airlines: The 2026 Comparison for Flying with Kids"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you&#8217;re buying plane tickets, one rule always holds true: what one carrier gives families for free, <strong>another will charge you dearly for<\/strong>. Personally, I fly most often with Ryanair, but when it comes to the best family airlines, the traditional full-service carriers often deliver much better service for parents travelling with little ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Low-cost airlines charge you a <strong>fixed fee for an infant without their own seat<\/strong>, which comes to \u20ac25 with Ryanair and roughly \u20ac27 with Wizz Air per segment. Traditional airlines, on the other hand, charge only a tenth of the adult fare and, on top of that, offer bassinets on longer flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below you&#8217;ll find a <strong>big comparison of how airlines treat families with children<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll learn who checks in your stroller for free and without any fuss, where you have to worry about being seated together, and who serves a special kids&#8217; menu on board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2c9db6a4&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2c9db6a4\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1068\" 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\/letadla_plocha.jpg\" alt=\"Aircraft standing on the airport apron\" class=\"wp-image-361484\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadla_plocha.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadla_plocha-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadla_plocha-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadla_plocha-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadla_plocha-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadla_plocha-696x465.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/letadla_plocha-1392x929.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\">Every carrier has different rules for children, and the differences are huge. Photo: Andres Escalona Vergara \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#12_Things_You_Need_to_Know_About_the_Best_Family_Airlines\" >12 Things You Need to Know About the Best Family Airlines<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#1_How_to_compare_the_best_family_friendly_airlines\" >1. How to compare the best family friendly airlines<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#2_Flying_Ryanair_with_kids\" >2. Flying Ryanair with kids<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#3_Flying_Wizz_Air_with_kids\" >3. Flying Wizz Air with kids<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#4_Flying_Smartwings_with_kids\" >4. Flying Smartwings with kids<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#5_Flying_easyJet_with_kids\" >5. Flying easyJet with kids<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#6_Flying_Eurowings_and_Vueling_with_kids\" >6. Flying Eurowings and Vueling with kids<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#7_Flying_Lufthansa_SWISS_and_Austrian_with_kids\" >7. Flying Lufthansa, SWISS and Austrian with kids<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#8_Flying_KLM_and_Air_France_with_kids\" >8. Flying KLM and Air France with kids<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#9_Flying_British_Airways_and_Norwegian_with_kids\" >9. Flying British Airways and Norwegian with kids<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#10_Flying_Qatar_Emirates_and_Turkish_with_kids\" >10. Flying Qatar, Emirates and Turkish with kids<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#11_Which_airline_is_the_most_generous_with_baggage_for_kids\" >11. Which airline is the most generous with baggage for kids<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#12_The_child-free_zone_trend_and_what_it_means_for_families\" >12. The child-free zone trend and what it means for families<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#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-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#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-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#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-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#Can_I_give_my_child_melatonin_before_a_flight_to_help_them_sleep\" >Can I give my child melatonin before a flight to help them sleep?<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#What_should_I_do_when_my_childs_ears_hurt_during_take-off_and_theyre_crying\" >What should I do when my child&#8217;s ears hurt during take-off and they&#8217;re crying?<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#Are_we_entitled_to_financial_compensation_when_a_flight_is_delayed\" >Are we entitled to financial compensation when a flight is delayed?<\/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\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#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-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#What_if_my_child_turns_two_during_the_holiday\" >What if my child turns two during the holiday?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#Why_does_my_child_have_to_be_secured_on_my_lap_with_a_child_belt\" >Why does my child have to be secured on my lap with a child belt?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-family-airlines-comparison\/#Can_I_really_take_a_large_bottle_of_water_through_security_at_major_airports\" >Can I really take a large bottle of water through security at major airports?<\/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\n<li>  <strong>Infant fees vary widely:<\/strong> Low-cost airlines charge fixed amounts (Ryanair \u20ac25, Wizz Air about \u20ac27), while traditional airlines usually take 10% of the adult fare.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>A stroller in the cabin isn&#8217;t a given:<\/strong> Most airlines require you to hand over the stroller at the gate (gate-check); exceptions include easyJet and Norwegian.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>New European rules:<\/strong> In July 2026 the European Union approved a revision under which, from mid-2027, airlines will have to seat children under 14 next to their parents completely free of charge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Watch out for liquids:<\/strong> Rules at many airports still vary \u2014 some terminals allow up to 2 litres of liquids, while others keep the strict 100 ml limit in place.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Best for long-haul flights:<\/strong> KLM offers infants a 12 kg baggage allowance, a free bassinet and is one of the few airlines that doesn&#8217;t ban travel beds like the JetKids.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Bassinet traps:<\/strong> With Turkish Airlines the bassinet itself is free, but reserving a seat in that row will cost you $80 to $160 per person.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Things_You_Need_to_Know_About_the_Best_Family_Airlines\"><\/span>12 Things You Need to Know About the Best Family Airlines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing a plane ticket is long past being just about the lowest price in the search engine. When you travel with small children, completely different factors come into play \u2014 and they can turn an originally cheap fare into a pricey one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_How_to_compare_the_best_family_friendly_airlines\"><\/span>1. How to compare the best family friendly airlines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you&#8217;re picking a ticket, you can&#8217;t just look at the basic adult fare. The <strong>single most important criterion is the infant fee<\/strong> (a child under 2 without their own seat). With low-cost carriers you&#8217;ll pay a fixed fee for every segment of the journey, while traditional airlines take a percentage of your fare. Another huge difference is the baggage policy. Some airlines give a lap infant no baggage allowance at all, while others let you bring a large diaper bag or even check a full-size suitcase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pay close attention to stroller rules too. Being able to take a compact stroller straight into the overhead locker is priceless, but plenty of carriers strictly forbid it and take the stroller off you at the gate. For long-haul flights, the <strong>availability of a bassinet<\/strong> (a hanging cot) is absolutely crucial. Always check in advance whether the airline offers one, what its weight limits are, and above all whether it charges astronomical fees for the seats in the bassinet row.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Airline rules change practically before your eyes. Double-check all dimensions and weight limits directly on the carrier&#8217;s website before booking, because relying on old experiences from forums simply doesn&#8217;t pay off these days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Flying_Ryanair_with_kids\"><\/span>2. Flying Ryanair with kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2c9dc0b2&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2c9dc0b2\" 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\u0161ek was not quite two years old on his first flight.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Irish carrier is a European staple you&#8217;ll probably fly with on your summer holiday. Its rules are strict but easy to understand. An infant can fly with them from 8 days old up to 23 months. For a baby on your lap you&#8217;ll pay a <strong>fixed fee of \u20ac25 per segment<\/strong>, and the child isn&#8217;t entitled to a standard cabin bag, but you can bring a bag up to 5 kg. In theory it should measure 45 \u00d7 35 \u00d7 20 cm, but Ryanair occasionally tweaks the exact dimensions, so check before you pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A huge advantage is that you&#8217;re entitled to 2 pieces of baby equipment for free, which includes a stroller, car seat or travel cot. They won&#8217;t let you take the stroller into the cabin, though \u2014 you always hand it over at the gate. As of 25 June 2026, after pressure from regulators, Ryanair scrapped the mandatory fee for family seating. If you choose random seat allocation, the system will seat children under 12 next to an adult for free, but you&#8217;ll almost certainly end up in the back rows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: An adult with a lap infant <strong>must sit by the window<\/strong>, because that&#8217;s the only place with two oxygen masks. On top of that, since November 2025 Ryanair has switched to 100% digital boarding passes, so make sure your phone is fully charged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Flying_Wizz_Air_with_kids\"><\/span>3. Flying Wizz Air with kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Hungarian competitor has a policy very similar to Ryanair&#8217;s in many ways, but it hides a few catches. A child can fly with them from 14 days old, and the lap infant fee sits at around \u20ac27 per segment. If your adult ticket is cheaper, the fee drops to match it. The baby is entitled to one bag measuring 40 \u00d7 30 \u00d7 20 cm. The key difference comes with equipment. <strong>You get a stroller OR a car seat for free<\/strong>, not both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wizz Air is notorious for its uncompromising approach to strollers on board. They simply won&#8217;t let you take one into the cabin \u2014 you always have to leave it at the gate. If you own a pricey compact model, be prepared for it to travel in the hold. On top of that, there&#8217;s an absolute ban on any electric or motorised strollers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: If you want your own seat for the baby so you can install a car seat, experienced parents recommend buying an adult ticket and entering INFANT as the first name and the child&#8217;s name as the surname.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Flying_Smartwings_with_kids\"><\/span>4. Flying Smartwings with kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a Central European staple you&#8217;ll mainly use when travelling with a tour operator. Smartwings won&#8217;t let a child under 48 hours old on board, and for those under seven days they require a special form. The infant fee usually takes the form of a reduced fare. Interestingly, <strong>you can bring baby food up to 200 ml on board<\/strong>, which is very generous. They&#8217;ll check in your stroller and car seat for free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re dreaming of taking a stroller into the cabin, Smartwings allows it, but with a huge catch. The folded stroller must measure 55 \u00d7 40 \u00d7 23 cm and weigh up to 8 kg \u2014 but crucially, it completely replaces your cabin bag. So you can&#8217;t have both a suitcase and a stroller. If you&#8217;re sending a child off on holiday alone, Smartwings offers an unaccompanied minor service for ages 6 to 11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Smartwings has a tough rule in their terms that <strong>they aren&#8217;t liable for damage to an unpackaged stroller<\/strong>. A protective cover or wrapping it thoroughly in film is an absolute must with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Flying_easyJet_with_kids\"><\/span>5. Flying easyJet with kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2c9dc7d6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2c9dc7d6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1280\" 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\/kocarek_venku.jpg\" alt=\"Compact travel stroller on a pavement\" class=\"wp-image-358596\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kocarek_venku.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kocarek_venku-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kocarek_venku-700x560.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kocarek_venku-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kocarek_venku-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kocarek_venku-696x557.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kocarek_venku-1392x1114.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 stroller in a travel bag has a far better chance of surviving without scratches.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The British low-cost airline is one of the most family-friendly out there. Babies from 14 days to 2 years get a diaper bag measuring 45 \u00d7 36 \u00d7 20 cm. With easyJet you&#8217;re entitled to two pieces of baby equipment for free, and they&#8217;re one of the few to <strong>explicitly list a baby carrier backpack<\/strong> among their permitted items. That&#8217;s a huge relief for parents who love heading into the mountains and would otherwise have to awkwardly pack the carrier away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another big plus is priority boarding, to which families with children under 5 are entitled automatically. You can take a stroller into the cabin if it fits the larger dimensions of 56 \u00d7 45 \u00d7 25 cm, but you must have purchased a large cabin bag allowance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Seats on easyJet are allocated according to check-in order. <strong>Check in the very second it opens<\/strong>, otherwise you risk the system scattering you all over the plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Flying_Eurowings_and_Vueling_with_kids\"><\/span>6. Flying Eurowings and Vueling with kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spain&#8217;s Vueling isn&#8217;t exactly a fan of families with children. An infant does get a bag up to 5 kg, but the stroller always has to go in the hold. Not even the smallest compact models are allowed in the cabin, and there are no bassinets on long-haul routes. If you want to check a car seat, you often have to pay dearly for it with Vueling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Germany&#8217;s Eurowings is noticeably better. You&#8217;re entitled to two pieces of baby equipment for free. If you&#8217;re flying with a lap infant, you can bring <strong>two cabin bags measuring 40 \u00d7 30 \u00d7 25 cm<\/strong>, which gives you decent room to pack all the diapers and toys. Do check the exact rules on strollers in the cabin with Eurowings in advance, though \u2014 the conditions often change depending on the aircraft type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: With Vueling, brace yourself for having to cram everything essential for the baby into your carry-on backpack, because you won&#8217;t be able to reach anything in the hold during the flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Flying_Lufthansa_SWISS_and_Austrian_with_kids\"><\/span>7. Flying Lufthansa, SWISS and Austrian with kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Lufthansa Group carriers offer unified and fairly generous rules. The infant fee is the classic 10% of the adult fare. A huge advantage is that the <strong>infant is entitled to their own checked bag up to 23 kg<\/strong>, plus a stroller and car seat for free. You can also bring the essentials for the child on board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bassinets with Lufthansa and SWISS are free, but they have their quirks. With Lufthansa the bassinet limit is roughly up to 8 months of age (11 kg and 67 cm) and you must reserve it at least 52 hours before departure. These airlines always try to seat families together, and for older children from age 5 they offer an excellent unaccompanied minor programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: With SWISS there&#8217;s an unpleasant financial trap. The bassinet itself is free, but you&#8217;ll pay <strong>$99 per flight segment for every other family member in that row<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Flying_KLM_and_Air_France_with_kids\"><\/span>8. Flying KLM and Air France with kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2c9dd137&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2c9dd137\" 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\/nocni_let.jpg\" alt=\"Passengers resting in a darkened aircraft cabin\" class=\"wp-image-359947\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/nocni_let.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/nocni_let-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/nocni_let-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/nocni_let-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/nocni_let-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/nocni_let-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/nocni_let-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\">On long-haul flights, how well your child sleeps makes all the difference.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Netherlands&#8217; KLM is an absolute winner for families with children. They have no minimum age \u2014 a newborn can fly right away. The diaper bag for an infant can weigh an amazing 12 kg, which is an absolute record. Bassinets are free on long-haul flights and, crucially, KLM is one of the few airlines to <strong>allow inflatable beds and the JetKids BedBox suitcase<\/strong>, which turns a seat into a comfy bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sister airline Air France also offers excellent conditions. The cabin item for an infant can likewise weigh 12 kg, and on top of that you can bring one folding stroller and two more pieces of equipment. A bassinet is available for free after a phone reservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: While KLM welcomes those innovative beds, <strong>Air France strictly bans the JetKids suitcase<\/strong>. So always check who actually operates your flight, even if you bought your ticket from one alliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Flying_British_Airways_and_Norwegian_with_kids\"><\/span>9. Flying British Airways and Norwegian with kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">British Airways charges 10% of the fare for an infant and lets you bring one bag of essentials. Bassinets are available for free, and the seat-style version can even hold a child up to 12.5 kg. The main problem, though, is that on short European routes they don&#8217;t have bassinets installed at all. You can take a compact stroller up to 56 \u00d7 45 \u00d7 25 cm into the cabin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nordic carrier Norwegian is a hidden gem for families. Their rules are incredibly friendly and transparent. Regardless of which fare you&#8217;ve bought, <strong>one car seat and one stroller are always free<\/strong>. That saves a lot of stress and money when packing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: If you&#8217;ve bought a Norwegian fare that includes a large cabin bag for the overhead locker, you can fully swap it for an approved travel stroller and take it with you into the cabin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Flying_Qatar_Emirates_and_Turkish_with_kids\"><\/span>10. Flying Qatar, Emirates and Turkish with kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Middle Eastern airlines are very popular for flights to exotic destinations. Qatar Airways charges 10% of the fare, the child gets their own checked bag and the bassinet is free. Emirates offers a bassinet up to roughly 8 months of age (11 kg) and checks a fully folding stroller for free. Neither of these airlines tolerates the JetKids suitcase, though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turkish Airlines looks great at first glance \u2014 the fee is 10% and the stroller and car seat are free. But there&#8217;s a huge financial trap hiding on long-haul flights. The bassinet itself is free, but the <strong>bassinet rows carry a charge of $80 to $160<\/strong> per person and segment. A family of four can end up paying hundreds of dollars just to sit next to the cot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: With Qatar Airways the number of bassinets on board is strictly limited \u2014 usually a maximum of four for the whole cabin. So don&#8217;t put off the reservation; sort it out right after buying your ticket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Which_airline_is_the_most_generous_with_baggage_for_kids\"><\/span>11. Which airline is the most generous with baggage for kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2c9ddbca&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2c9ddbca\" 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\/zavazadla.jpg\" alt=\"Mother with daughter and a suitcase in an airport hall\" class=\"wp-image-358435\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/zavazadla.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/zavazadla-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/zavazadla-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/zavazadla-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/zavazadla-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/zavazadla-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/zavazadla-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\">The most generous carriers give the infant their own checked bag too.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re packing two weeks&#8217; worth of diapers and baby food, baggage limits will matter a great deal to you. The absolute king on long-haul routes is KLM, with a 12 kg infant bag. Qatar Airways and Lufthansa also do very well, where the <strong>infant is entitled to their own 23 kg checked suitcase<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among European low-cost carriers, Norwegian excels, carrying a stroller and a car seat for free regardless of fare. At the opposite end of the spectrum sit Wizz Air and Vueling, where you often pay dearly for extras and can take practically nothing beyond a small bag into the cabin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: With some airlines you&#8217;ll see claims that in the cheapest Light fares the infant is entitled to nothing at all. These conditions often change quietly, so when buying the cheapest fare always open the detailed baggage breakdown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_The_child-free_zone_trend_and_what_it_means_for_families\"><\/span>12. The child-free zone trend and what it means for families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The atmosphere on board is getting tense, and airlines are responding. Corendon became the first in Europe to introduce a child-free zone (the Adult Zone). For a one-way fee of \u20ac45, a passenger gets a seat in a separate part of the plane that no one under 16 can enter. For parents this creates enormous psychological pressure, since they often fear embarrassment and that their crying child will bother someone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This trend hasn&#8217;t caught on across the board yet, though. Big European players like KLM, TUI and Transavia have publicly rejected introducing similar zones. Much more important, however, is the change in legislation. <strong>From mid-2027 a revised EU regulation will come into force<\/strong> requiring airlines to seat children under 14 next to an accompanying person completely free of charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Until the new European rules fully take effect, never count on swapping seats with someone on board. People pay for their seats and don&#8217;t want to give them up. If you&#8217;re flying with a small child, it&#8217;s better to pay for reserved seats so you have certainty.<\/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\">When planning your summer holiday budget, keep in mind that even a ticket for a lap child isn&#8217;t free. What&#8217;s more, these fees are charged for each individual segment of the journey (so there and back, and several times over for connecting flights).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Airline<\/th><th>Lap infant fee (indicative)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n<tbody><tr><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Ryanair<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac25 \/ \u00a325 per segment<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Wizz Air<\/strong><\/td><td>About \u20ac27 per segment<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Lufthansa Group<\/strong><\/td><td>10% of the adult fare<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>British Airways<\/strong><\/td><td>10% of the adult fare<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Turkish Airlines<\/strong><\/td><td>10% of the adult fare<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Qatar Airways<\/strong><\/td><td>10% of the adult fare<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Iberia<\/strong><\/td><td>10 to 30% of the adult fare<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re planning a long-haul flight with a baby, a bassinet will save both your nerves and your arms. The conditions differ drastically, though, and with some airlines your ticket gets seriously more expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Carrier<\/th><th>Max. bassinet weight<\/th><th>Bassinet free?<\/th><th>Surcharge for a seat in that row?<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n<tbody><tr><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Lufthansa<\/strong><\/td><td>11 kg (approx. 8 months)<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Yes, on some fares<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>SWISS<\/strong><\/td><td>11 kg (approx. 8 months)<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>$99 per segment per family<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>British Airways<\/strong><\/td><td>12.5 kg (seat version)<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>No (but not available in Europe)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Turkish Airlines<\/strong><\/td><td>11 kg<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>$80\u2013160 per person!<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Qatar Airways<\/strong><\/td><td>11 kg<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>KLM<\/strong><\/td><td>10 kg<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>\u26a0\ufe0f Better to check<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond the tickets themselves, keep a close eye on airport rules and bureaucracy. On 10 April 2026 the European Union launched the EES system, which records entries and exits. The good news is that fingerprints aren&#8217;t taken from children under 12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Liquids are a big trap for families flying within Europe. Some airports have lifted the liquids limit and now allow <strong>up to 2 litres per person, but often only in certain terminals<\/strong>. If you&#8217;re flying with Ryanair or Wizz Air from a terminal serving non-Schengen countries, the strict 100 ml limit may still apply. Baby food and milk fortunately have an exemption, but security staff&#8217;s approach can vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If an airline damages your checked stroller, you&#8217;re protected by the Montreal Convention. The key thing, though, is to <strong>report everything in writing within 7 days<\/strong> of collection, otherwise you lose your right to compensation.<\/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<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>  Not sure what bags and suitcases for kids actually exist? Read the article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/children-luggage-airline-free\/\">Luggage for children on a plane<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  If the packing and limits with the Irish carrier scare you, you&#8217;ll find a detailed breakdown in the guide <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ryanair-baggage-sizes-fees\/\">Ryanair baggage: dimensions, weight and fees<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  If you&#8217;re flying with the pink competitor, the article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wizz-air-luggage\/\">Wizz Air baggage<\/a> will help.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  When you have to buy your child their own seat and how it works, I break down in the article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/child-flight-ticket-price\/\">A plane ticket for a child<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  You&#8217;ll find everything about bassinets on long flights in the article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/?p=359884\">Bassinet on a plane<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  And if you&#8217;re wondering how to transport a stroller safely, take a look at <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/stroller-airplane-travel-guide\/\">Stroller on a plane<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  A complete summary of all the advice and tips, from packing to boarding, is offered by the big guide <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flying-with-children-guide\/\">Flying with kids: the complete guide<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<!-- LKM_GYG_CARD start q=\"pro rodiny\" lang=\"en\" rendered=\"2026-08-22T12:05:17+00:00\" v=\"1\" -->\n\n<!-- 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-1785339817000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_give_my_child_melatonin_before_a_flight_to_help_them_sleep\"><\/span>Can I give my child melatonin before a flight to help them sleep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The International Paediatric Sleep Association has issued a very clear warning that melatonin should absolutely not be given to children under two years of age. For older children, only administer it after direct consultation with a paediatrician. Avoid sleep medications in general and rely instead on adjusting routines.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785339817001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_when_my_childs_ears_hurt_during_take-off_and_theyre_crying\"><\/span>What should I do when my child&#8217;s ears hurt during take-off and they&#8217;re crying?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The most effective weapon against ear pain is swallowing. For infants, breastfeeding or drinking milk from a bottle works brilliantly; for older children, sipping water through a straw or chewing helps. Noise-cancelling headphones will relieve engine noise, but they don&#8217;t solve pressure equalisation at all.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785339817002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_we_entitled_to_financial_compensation_when_a_flight_is_delayed\"><\/span>Are we entitled to financial compensation when a flight is delayed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>This is a very contentious area (EU Regulation 261\/2004). If you have an infant on your lap and paid nothing at all for them, airlines often refuse compensation. However, if you paid a fixed fee or a percentage of the fare, you theoretically have a claim. Definitely submit a request, but be prepared for it to be a battle.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785339817003\" 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>Unfortunately, that&#8217;s not possible. For safety reasons, there&#8217;s a strict rule of one infant per one adult passenger. If you&#8217;re a solo parent and have twins who aren&#8217;t yet two years old, the airline won&#8217;t allow you on board without another adult.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785339817004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_my_child_turns_two_during_the_holiday\"><\/span>What if my child turns two during the holiday?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>This is a very common situation. On the outbound journey, the child flies as an infant on your lap, but on the return journey they must have their own ticket and their own seat, because they&#8217;ve turned two. With some traditional airlines, this can cost you a considerable sum as a supplement to the current fare.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785339817005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_child_have_to_be_secured_on_my_lap_with_a_child_belt\"><\/span>Why does my child have to be secured on my lap with a child belt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a regulation for the event of unexpected turbulence, when an adult physically cannot hold a child in their arms. 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