We were all kids once, so ExpressJet hasn’t forgotten its smallest clientele.

Make sure you take note of the following policies:

Do They Need a Ticket?

Parents are allowed one lap child (under two-years old) per customer; children who have reached their second birthday require a ticket, a separate seat and seatbelt. Customers traveling with infants may not be seated in exit rows. Also, customers with lap children may not be seated in certain rows due to oxygen mask constraints. Contact an agent for details.

What About Child Seats?

Children who can’t sit upright with a seatbelt fastened must be carried in an FAA-approved infant/child seat if not being held. Seats must be clearly marked with the original NHTSA label. If carrying one of these, you cannot sit in an Exit row or hold it in your lap (it must be in the seat).

Who Counts as Accompanied?

Children under 14 are considered accompanied only when in the same flight and compartment as their legal guardian or an escort at least 18 years of age; proof of age may be required.

Can Infants Fly?

Yes, unless they are in incubation or less than seven days old. The only exception is involving some kind of medical transport (see our Contract of Carriage Rule 9).

When flying with a baby:

• Remember to take a little more than enough diapers, medicine, formula, etc. than you think you’ll need for the trip
• Consider sitting by the engines; the white noise often helps babies sleep
• Feed during take-off and landing; the motion of eating helps their little ears adjust to the changes in altitude and pressure

When flying with children:

• Bring some books, games and toys to keep them engaged during the flight
• Help avoid earaches by giving them chewing gum, especially at take-off
• Have a talk before the flight about acceptable behavior on the plane

For details on our policies regarding children on flights, download our Contract of Carriage