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I'm flying with a child under 2. Do I need to buy a separate ticket?
Yes, a ticket for an infant must be issued. However, there are two options:
👶 Without a separate seat (free of charge)
If your child will sit on your lap (without a separate seat), the ticket is provided free of charge for domestic flights. When booking, select the “Infants without a seat” fare — the discount will be applied automatically.
- Important: only one infant without a seat is allowed per adult.
- If you are travelling with two children under 2 years old, one of them will need to have a separate seat (paid ticket).
💺 With a separate seat (paid)
If you want the infant to have their own seat, you may purchase a separate ticket for them. Payment is made according to the selected fare, and a discount applies.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
— How do I book a ticket for an infant if I already have a ticket for the adult?
You can book the infant ticket via any written communication channel with the airline, the call centre, or by visiting a sales office. We will add the infant without a seat to your booking. It is best to do this no later than 24 hours before departure.
— Can I travel with two children under 2 on free tickets?
No, only one free ticket for an infant is issued per adult. The second child will require a separate seat with payment according to the fare.
— What if my child turns 2 during the trip?
Age is determined as of the date of departure of the first flight. If the child is still under 2 on the date of departure, they are considered an infant for the entire itinerary.
— How do I book a ticket for an infant on the website?
In the “Passengers” section, select “Infants with a seat” or “Infants without a seat”.
Section questions
- How to issue a ticket for a child separately from an adult passenger?
- Can I send an unaccompanied child alone?
- Does the baby have luggage?
- I am flying with a minor brother / sister / grandson / granddaughter / nephew / niece in Russia, do I need to have a power of attorney with me?
- Are there discounts on tickets for children?
- Are there separate seat belts on board for children under 2 years old?
- If my child needs to change a diaper, how can it be done on board an aircraft?
- Why am I forced to lower the armrest when the child is sleeping?
- Is it possible to breed baby food on board?
- How to check in with a child at the airport out of turn?
- What seat will my child be assigned when the "Unaccompanied Minors" service is booked?
- How do I attach a child to a specific adult passenger?