Can I buy an airline ticket without knowing who the second passenger will be?

Question

I'm looking to take a trip with one of several friends, and want to buy the tickets soon. Will I be able to purchase a ticket without knowing which one of my friends will be going with me or is it required that a name be assigned?

Answer 1

The ticket needs to be purchased with a name attached on it, and picture ID needs to be shown with that name on it when using the ticket.  Stupid security rules that does little good except to help the airlines non transferable ticket policy.

But, if it is your friends who must decide, it's a good time to tell them you need to know now so you can buy tickets.

Answer 2

No due to security reasons they need a name to match it with the ID. You can't give Joe Doe lol.

Answer 3

The will need a name.  Can't sell you a ticket without the name. sorry