Hi everyone,

I’m planning a solo flight for my 10-year-old, and I’m looking into the Qantas Unaccompanied Minor service. I wanted to share some key details and tips I found helpful:

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  Age Limits: 5–14 years for domestic flights and 5–15 years for international flights. Kids outside this range may need alternative arrangements.

  
  


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  Booking: The service must be booked in advance—at least 24 hours before departure. You can call +1-877-593-4887 to arrange it.

  
  


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  Supervision Fee: There’s a fee for the service, which covers airport escort and in-flight supervision. It ranges between $150–$300 AUD depending on the flight.

  
  


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  Documentation: Bring your child’s birth certificate, consent forms, and passport if flying internationally.

  
  


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  Pickup/Drop-off: Only authorized adults can drop off and pick up the child, and changes must be notified to Qantas ahead of time.

  
  

Tips for parents:

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   Explain the process to your child to reduce anxiety.

   
   


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   Pack snacks, entertainment, and comfort items for the flight.

   
   


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   Arrive at the airport early to allow time for check-in and briefing with Qantas staff.

   
   


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   Keep your phone accessible—Qantas staff can provide updates if needed.

   
   

Has anyone else used this service before? How was your experience with the supervision and handover process?