Flying as an Unaccompanied Minor with KLM: What to Expect

KLM Airlines provides personalized services to passengers based on their ability and the services they require. The airline also offers unaccompanied minor services for kids traveling alone aged between 5 and 14 years old. The unaccompanied minor service aims to provide company and security to the kids, ensuring they reach their destination on time. Under the Unaccompanied Minor Service, a representative from KLM is always with the kid at the airport, during boarding, and until the kid is delivered to the guardian at destinations, giving the guardian and kids an experience of satisfaction and relaxation. In the article, you will find more details about KLM Unaccompanied service; look for a clear understanding. 

KLM Airlines Unaccompanied Minor Service 

Mandatory for kids 5 to 14 years

If your kids are between 5 and 14 years old and traveling alone without an accompanying adult of 18 years or older, you can opt for the unaccompanied minor service. Besides, if the kid travels in a different class than the accompanying adult, you can choose this service. You can book the unaccompanied minor service and a regular ticket for smooth functioning.

Optional for youth 15 to 17 years

The unaccompanied minor service is optional if the kids are between 15 and 17 years old. The child will be considered an adult if you don't book the unaccompanied service. Your child can always ask for assistance from the KLM staff by telling them the age if the flight gets disrupted. Moreover, if you want the child to be cared for frequently, book the unaccompanied minor service. 

How to book KLM Unaccompanied Minor service? 

If your Kid is traveling alone, you can book tickets for them with mandatory or optional unaccompanied minor service through the KLM official website. Besides, make a reservation at least 24 hours before departure. You can also speak to the KLM agents directly by phone to book unaccompanied minor services. The process to book a ticket is as follows: 

• Head to the KLM Airlines official website and navigate to the booking section 
• Enter the booking details and kids with the approximate age limit 
• You can choose the unaccompanied minor service and proceed with the booking 
• The result shows available flight options; select the one that suits you 
• On the new page, enter the passenger information, and you can pay for the tickets, including the unaccompanied service cost. 
• Follow the commands; you will receive confirmation when the booking is complete. 

Get Personal details

Once the booking is complete, you will get the personal details of the KLM representative you will bring and pick up your child to and from the airport. You can see the details by accessing the booking via the My Trip section. You can contact the person and ask your doubts in case you have any. 

Unaccompanied Minor Service Cost 

The Unaccompanied minor service is chargeable, and you need to pay an additional adult ticket price and the service surcharge. For direct flights, the unaccompanied minor cost ranges between EUR 100 and EUR 150. Besides, the flight with transfer has a surcharge between EUR 200 to 300. You are required to pay the fee twin in case of a return ticket. 

Conclusion: The KLM Unaccompanied minor service is for kids traveling alone, aged between 5 and 14. When booking tickets for kids, you can book the service through the KLM website around 24 hours before departure. The article contains all the details. In case you still have some doubts or need additional information, speak to the KLM executive or visit the unaccompanied minor page on the KLM official website.