(877) 908-6960 How old does a child have to be to fly alone on American Airlines?

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American Airlines allows children to fly alone through its Unaccompanied Minor (UMNR) program, with specific age-based rules to ensure safety. Children must be at least 5 years old to travel alone. Kids between the ages of 5 and 7 are allowed to fly solo only on nonstop flights and are required to use the Unaccompanied Minor service. For children aged 8 to 14, the UM service is also mandatory, and they can travel on both nonstop and connecting flights, but only through select U.S. airports approved by American Airlines. Teens aged 15 to 17 can travel alone without the unaccompanied minor service, but it is optional if parents prefer the added supervision. The service includes escorting the child at departure, monitoring during the flight, and ensuring a safe hand-off upon arrival.