You will get a child discount if you purchase a separate seat for a kid. Toddlers below the age of 2 years may be adjusted on the lap under British Airways infant policy. But charges will apply for them. Here is how you may pay for a tiny tot.
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For a lap infant – Around 10% of the adult fare.
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For a child when you book a seat - Up to 75% of the adult fare.
If your child is about to turn 2 during the journey, you will have to pay the charges for booking a child seat. Our HolidayGlobes blog will give you further details on how the infant policy of British Airways works.
What is Included for an Infant on British Airways?
Toddlers above the age of 2 will have to travel on their own seat. Infants below 2 years may or may have their own seat. But they will require a car seat if you book a seat for them. You may get a car seat or an infant bassinet on British Airways. But you must request it before departure. If you are bringing your own car seat, you must ensure that it is FAA-approved. Here is what will be included in an infant booking.
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Free checked baggage allowance - British Airways infant baggage includes 1 standard 23kg bag in the hold.
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Up to two essentials required for the infant - Choose among 4 listed items including fully collapsible pushchair, car seat and travel cot, among others.
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Get priority boarding - Gives you access to the overhead bin to settle down.
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Aircraft fitted with bassinets - Airbus A330 on some short-haul routes are fitted with bassinets for use by babies.
You may have to pay the fare applicable for a child below 11-year-old if your infant is turning 2 on the trip. For details or assistance, you can visit or contact British Airways flight ticket.
Do I have to pay Charges for a 1-year-old Infant on British Airways?
A 1-year-old infant on British Airways may have to pay just 10% of the adult fare if he or she is not occupying a seat. Here are a few things you must know about infant booking.
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Car seat may not be provided - You may not get a car seat or an infant bassinet on British Airways if you haven’t requested for it.
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Extension seat belt for the infant on lap - You will have to use an extension seat belt provided by the crew to secure the infant to the lap.
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Pay the seat fee for the entire journey - If your kid is turning 2 on the journey, you will have to pay the seat fare for the entire journey.
Only a few seats in Economy class can be booked for infants. You may not be able to book an infant seat on British Airways business class. Feel free to visit or contact HolidayGlobes for details and assistance with booking an infant.