Child's id for airline

[dorisdvu]

I am taking my nephew (8) to DW. While he was born in the US he now lives in Canada. What kind of id is needed for the flight? On the reservation should I include his middle name or just initial?

Also, do kids get airline discounts? When I've been looking at prices on different websites, the child's cost is the same as adults.

 

[magicplace4me]

I'm not an expert but in my experience flying with my kids we have never been asked for ID for them. They are 7 & 9. I wouldn't worry about the middle initial. I usually use them but I don't think they ever make it to the boarding pass ( not enough room to print). As far as discounts go I believe airlines charge by the seat therefore they are all the same price.

Hope this helps!

 

[GAIL HAYDEN]

Originally posted by dorisdvu
I am taking my nephew (8) to DW. While he was born in the US he now lives in Canada. What kind of id is needed for the flight? On the reservation should I include his middle name or just initial?

Also, do kids get airline discounts? When I've been looking at prices on different websites, the child's cost is the same as adults.

I doubt you will need a BC or any form of ID for a child under the age of 16 -18 (depends on the airline). If the child was under two, then you would need one.
As to kid fares, you need to call the airline for those, they are generally not on the web.
Call the airline you are flying for their specific rules.

 

[dorisdvu]

Thanks for the info!

 

[dcfromva]

Originally posted by dorisdvu
I am taking my nephew (8) to DW. While he was born in the US he now lives in Canada. What kind of id is needed for the flight? On the reservation should I include his middle name or just initial?

Also, do kids get airline discounts? When I've been looking at prices on different websites, the child's cost is the same as adults.

dorisdvu,
Will your nephew's flight be originating outside the US ?

-DC

 

[CarolMN]

Is his last name the same as yours?

If not (and you are not his legal guardian), I'd definitely have a notarized "permission" slip from his parents. It should state that he is accompanying you with their permission and that you also have their permission to authorize any necessary/emergency medical treatment for him during the time he is in your care.

Personally, I'd also carry this for a minor relative whose last name was the same as mine, but the chances of anyone asking for it in that case are small. IMHO, the medical release is essential. If the parents were reluctant to give it to me, I would reconsider the trip.

JMHO. I believe in having a plan, just in case. Your circumstances and opinions may be different.

Safe trip!

P.S. International travel has some special rules/requirements (especially for kids) - best check with the airline if any part of your trip will be outside the U.S., even if your nephew is a U.S. citizen.

 

[MOMTOMOOTOO]

Just got back on Sunday and all of our kids almost 2, 4, and 6 did not require IDS (nor did I have any) I was a little nervous about the baby because he is pretty big for 20 months and we had purchased him a 1/2 price seat.

 

[dorisdvu]

dcfromva:

He will be flying out of the US.

CarolMN:

His last name is the same as mine. Yes I agree I should have a "permission slip" for medical treatment etc.