How do i fly by myself if i am under 18 and i dont have an ID?

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Tim

Well, yes if you are over 15. Airlines consider 15 years of age an adult. So, if you are under 18, then just show them your school ID, or even a temp license if you have one of those.

Other forms of ID can include a passport as well. Legally, at 18 you are supposed to have your ID, but not under. Also, if you have never really flown before, have yourself made a MAAS. That stands for Meet and Assist in the airline industry. The airline will make sure you have someone to help you out finding the gate, the baggage claim, or any connections you may have.

Have a safe flight!

thoughtdream

In reality you don't need a government issued ID to fly. That is a misconception fueled by the airlines. The FAA has given airlines a procedure to follow should a person not have a govt issued ID. You will be put through all the security procedures, getting pulled out of line, etc, but you will cannot be barred from flying.

Its an unfortunate situation that uninformed ignorant airline employees and TSA staff don't follow. They act like an ID is required when it is not.

This is being challenged constantly and staff are growing more aware of the rights of passengers for this horrid 'show me your papers' type question.

But to answer your question:
You do NOT need an ID to fly commercially within the US. Flying outside the US requires a passport.

bic

ask your parents.

katefields1

I would call an airline and ask them what the regulations are. Then there's no guesswork.

BURT

You have to have your parents with you. They won't let you on...or else think of all the runaways that could just leave the country and stuff.

apbanpos

First, according to the TSA you will need a government issued ID. School IDs do NOT count.

They require a picture ID, so a birth certificate won't count for that.

Your birth certificate would only be used to prove you are an underage minor and therefore do not need ID, however, you must show up at the airport with your parents/guardian and they must fill out the proper paperwork before you will be allowed past sercurity/onto the plane.

Check out each airline's website and www.tsa.org for more info on "children travelling alone".

bales68

You need to fly as an unaccompanied minor and your parents/guardian needs to check you in at the airport.
These arrangements can be made through the airline

Paul Ding

If you're under 18, and you don't have an ID, the only way you're going to fly alone in the US is by flapping your arms *really* fast.

bethanne

If you are underage you need ID as well as a potential chaperone, or the airline will assign someone to stay with you. Usually your ticket (for which you will need ID to purchase and claim at the ticket counter) needs to be arranged by an adult. School ID doesn't count, birth certificate might not - you'll need something with a picture ID. Even if you don't drive, you can check with your local DMW to get a photo ID.

But in this day and age, you need proof of ID and adult supervision to get on a plane.

Kristine

If you're under 16 they are generally willing to let you go, although a lot of airline rules have changed very recently. However, you can go down to your local bmv/dmv and get an ID. It will look like a driver's license, but it's just an ID card. Since it's goverment issued, though, it will hold weight.

Angello Della Morte

Get an ID...............

Fragen Meister

because you are considered underaged, a child if you will, it is illegal for you to fly alone. Your school ID is not considered legal indentification. You can go to the DMV department of Motor Vehicles where they can issue you a standard state ID.

dukecitybovverboy

You should be able to go to the DMV and get an ID card at age 16.

you will need a birth certicate for sure...where are you flying to alone? how old are you?

{{HaWtY}} Thats ALL i can say!!!

i have been flying by myself since i was 4 so if i can do it u can do it too!!!

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