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Step 1: Go to United’s Official Booking Page
Visit www.united.com or launch the United mobile app.


Step 2: Define Child’s Age Correctly
Children’s fare eligibility is based on age: under 2, age 2–14, and 15+.


Step 3: Choose Flights That Suit Children’s Needs
After you input travel details, filter flights that best fit your schedule.


Step 4: Enter Passenger Information
Be precise when entering the child’s full legal name and date of birth.


Step 5: Add Seat Selection and Extras
During booking, select seats that keep children close to parents.


Step 6: Special Services for Children
United offers child meals, early boarding, and special TV content.


Step 7: Booking for Unaccompanied Minors
Children aged 5–14 traveling alone must use the Unaccompanied Minor Program.


Step 8: What Documents Do Children Need?
For domestic flights, a child usually doesn’t need ID.


Step 9: Call for Help Booking Child Flights
If anything goes wrong during the process, don’t worry.


Step 10: Final Thoughts
Booking your child’s flight online with United is fast and secure.

