10 Top Travel Tips For Flying With Children

If traveling on public transport is a nightmare with children, how bad can it be when flying with young children or a baby? Yes, air travel with kids can seem daunting, but the secret really is to be prepared.

Start by checking out the facilities offered by your airport and airline, and follow the advice below which offers suggestions for travel preparation and for keeping children occupied during their time at the airport and on the flight.

1.When booking flights try to book the seats at the same time. I’ve found it better to book two seats of two with two window seats, allowing the children to have a window seat each. It helps to keep them occupied while waiting to take off. Most children, especially the younger ones, are fascinated by watching the other planes, the luggage being loaded and refuelling.

2.Try to avoid changing planes and book a direct flight. If a stop over is unavoidable, allow plenty of time to change planes, allowing for delays and time for the kids to run about and let off steam between flights.

3.When organising hand baggage, give each child a small bag with a selection of things to keep them occupied during the flight. A small cuddly toy, playing cards and coloured pencils are good, and sorry, but you can’t beat an electronic game or portable DVD player. If your children love reading, allow them to buy a book at the airport, the excitement and novelty of a new book can keep them engrossed for ages.

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