Plane ticket help please????

Question

my dad bought me a plane ticket online as an adult. im 17. so when i get there what do i do? do i tell them in 17 and they get me assistance? and also my dad isnt gonna be with me when i go to the airport...other adults will be though..does my dad have to be with since he bought the ticket? gah..im confused.

Answer 1

You won't have any problems at all.  Being under 18 you don't, technically, even have to have ID with you.  But the fact of the matter is that they will not even give you a second glance.  Here is a blog about under age traveling when alone.  If you are with a group this stuff need not apply.

Airline rules for Children

The best site is http://www.airsafe.com/kidsafe/kidrules....

But there are many others.  Here is a quote.

You must contact the airline directly before purchasing a ticket for an unaccompanied minor.

Most airlines allow unaccompanied minors to travel on their flights, but have special restrictions, so please check with the airline to confirm specific policies.

Age restrictions vary by airline. In general, children under the age of 5 may never travel alone.

Most airlines require unaccompanied minors services for children ages 5-14, and some even require it up through age 17.

Additional fees apply (approximately $25 - $90 each way) and can be paid at check-in.

For security reasons, most airlines do not allow unaccompanied minors to travel on the last connecting flight of the day.

The specific flights which may be allowed vary by airline, so check directly with them prior to making a reservation.

Answer 2

ur dad doesnt have to be there with u, and if u need help ask somebody, and u can get to ur next destination.  u just gotta be calm and confident.

Answer 3

You may need to call the airlines that he bought the ticket from and find out their policy.

Answer 4

If the ticket is in your name (it has to be for you to use it) you are OK.  You are old enough that you do not require an escort to travel.  Relax and enjoy.  When you arrive at the airport you will have to show an ID and your ticket to get past security.  Pack only what you need.

Answer 5

17 is considered an adult when flying.  you don't need any help.  you are on your own.  your dad does not need to go with you.  i think you can make it on your own.

Answer 6

Your name should be on the ticket even if your dad bought it for you since you will be the one using it, thus your dad doesn't need to be at the airport with you. You don't need to tell them that you are only 17, which they would most likely be able to tell anyway if you are required to show a passport at the airport when you depart. You don't need to volunteer the information, it's not important anyway. In case you do need assistance that your adult companions aren't able to provide, the airport personnel are there and will be able to help you when you ask them. Don't worry so much about it.