Do I need to reserve a seat for my infant?
Children under 2 years (24 months), are not required to have their own seat. You must, however, inform Air Canada that you will be traveling with an infant on your lap. Lap children can only be held by passengers who are at least 16 years of age.
Only one lap child is allowed per adult. If one adult is traveling with more than one infant under 2 years of age, a seat will have to be purchased for each additional infant.
You can also choose to purchase a seat for your infant as long as you have the proper child restraint device.
Will I pay for my infant to travel domestically?
A child under 2 years old (24 months) can travel for free within Canada and to/from the United States as long as the infant will be on the lap of another passenger for the flight.
Will I pay for my infant to travel internationally?
Yes, a child under 2 years old (24 months) is charged 10% of an adult fare plus taxes, even if the infant will be on the lap of another passenger for the flight.
What if my child turns 2 on the trip; will I have to buy a ticket for the return flight?
Yes, a ticket will have to be purchased for any flight on which the infant will be over 2 years old.
What is the baggage allowance for my infant?
Infant baggage allowance for flights before July 15, 2008*
- Checked baggage: One piece, 50lb/23kg
- Carry-on baggage: One pice, 22lb/10kg
Infants occupying a seat and traveling on full-fare tickets are allotted the standard baggage allowance.
Infant baggage allowance for flights after July 15, 2008*
Checked Baggage:
- Two pieces of checked baggage, each bag not to exceed 62in/158cm and 50lb/23kg
- One stroller to be checked in at the gate (in addition to the two pieces of checked baggage)
- Checked baggage may include any combination of bags, car seats, or stroller
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Carry-on baggage:
- One piece of baggage, not to exceed 22lb/10kg.
*Please be advised that, as of July 15, 2008, this infant baggage policy will be in effect, for all infants, whether they are occupying a seat or not.
What types of child restraint devices are allowed?
| Country: | Certification: | Details: |
|---|---|---|
| United States | US FMVSS #213 or Federal Aviation Authorities (FAA) | Manufactured after 26 February 1985; red sticker bearing text "This restraint is certified for use in Motor Vehicles and Aircraft" and “This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards.” Manufactured before 1985; it must state “This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards.” |
| Canada | Transport Canada | |
| European Union | Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) | |
| Germany | TÜV: TÜV/958-01/2001 | |
| U.N. | United Nations ECE R 44-03 (or later versions) |
If your device does not have the labels noted above, you will not be allowed to use it during take-off, landing, and surface movements. This includes booster seats and other types of harnesses.
What infant amenities are available on the aircraft I'll be flying (i.e. bassinets, diaper changing tables)?
Infant amenities vary by aircraft. When you're on the airplane page, look for the Infant Amenity Icon. If it is present, clicking on it will tell you what infant services are available on that airplane. If you do not see it, infant amenities are not offered on that aircraft. You can always contact Air Canada for more information.
Can I sit in the exit row with my infant?
Federal Aviation Administration regulations state that no lap children or infant seats are allowed in an exit row and that all passengers in an exit row must be at least 15 years of age. In addition, infant seats are not allowed in the row directly in front of or directly behind an exit.
