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The Ultimate Guide to Baby Bassinet Seats on 50+ Airlines [2024]

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Table of Contents

What is a bassinet and where does it go, are airline bassinets safe, car seat vs. bassinet, which airlines offer bassinets, airline bassinet policies, how to reserve a bassinet, tips for using a bassinet, final thoughts.

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We’ve said it before and we will say it again, traveling with family can be one of the most rewarding experiences children and parents can do together.

Trying new foods, seeing new places, meeting new people, and dealing with the inevitable stress of traveling can create memories of a lifetime — for good or for bad!

That said, sometimes traveling can be a lot of work, especially with a baby or small children.

Strollers, car seats, diapers, bottles, pacifiers, extra clothes, carriers, toys … the list goes on. New parents will always think they forgot something (hint: you probably did, but it’s OK!).

Add in the lottery system that some airlines like to play with bassinets for infants and just the thought of boarding a plane can be pretty stressful.

Well, stress no more — we have a definitive guide on which airlines have bassinets so that you know in advance where your little one will sleep on your next flight!

A bassinet (sometimes referred to as a sky cot) is a small bed that can be attached to the plane, often the bulkhead wall , in front of a passenger seat.

Depending on the airline and aircraft there may be different styles and sizes, as well as varying weight, length, and age limitations.

For example, American Airlines has a basket-style bassinet that closes with a zipper. Meanwhile, British Airways offers more of a baby bouncy seat style that can be mounted on a flat surface in business class.

The most important thing about traveling with family is that everyone arrives safely. With little ones in tow that are especially vulnerable to turbulence, we want to make sure that everyone is strapped in properly!

Without a doubt, the safest place for a baby to sit on an airplane is in their own seat in an FAA-approved car seat . 

However, bassinets are an excellent option for parents traveling with their young child who is under 2 years old and doesn’t have their own seat. That is, if they still fit in the bassinet.

Although your child may still technically qualify as a “ lap child ” because they are not yet 2, that doesn’t mean they will be comfortable staying on your lap for the entire flight.

Instead of passing them back and forth between adults, or even making a little bed for them on the floor (please don’t do this!), securing your child in a bassinet will allow everyone to get some rest, even if it’s just for a few minutes.

However, babies are not allowed to be in the bassinet during takeoff, landing, or during periods of turbulence. These devices are made for convenience, not necessarily for safety.

For more tips, check out our guide to flying with a lap child .

Age and Weight Limits

There is no standardized airplane bassinet, so options may vary from 1 airline to the next.

In general, bassinets are quite small and cozy and best accommodate babies from the newborn stage up to 1 year old, depending on the size of the child.

In our research, we have seen age limits stated on airline websites from 0 to 18 months with a maximum weight anywhere from 15 to 25 pounds. That said, it will all depend on the child — most importantly their height and length when laying down.

While you may not always have the luxury of choosing between bringing your child’s car seat or relying on the airline’s bassinet, this is a good question to ask — car seat or bassinet?

One of the few benefits of flying with a small child under the age of 2 is that they aren’t charged for domestic flights and often are charged only 10% of the fare on international flights when sharing a seat with an adult.

So, when contemplating whether or not to bring a car seat, you are really debating whether or not you want to (or can) pay for an additional seat that your child may not use.

The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) strongly urges parents to use a child restraint system (CRS) for the duration of the flight. Bassinets cannot be used during turbulence, and the FAA states that “your arms aren’t capable of holding your child securely, especially during unexpected turbulence.”

If you can afford it, the right decision is always to  purchase an additional seat for your baby and bring their FAA-approved car seat that they are used to traveling in. They will be safer and more comfortable. You also won’t have to deal with taking them in and out of the bassinet during takeoff, landing, and turbulence.

That is assuming that your baby doesn’t need to be breastfed, or cuddled, and will stay perfectly calm without being on your lap! Ha!

For the sake of this article, let’s imagine that travelers aren’t purchasing infant seats and will rely on airline bassinets. Let’s take a look at what the options are.

Many airlines across the globe offer bassinets to make traveling with infants easier.

Here is our review of the world’s top airlines and their policies:

Each airline has its own policy regarding bassinets. Here is a comprehensive list of the world’s most traveled airlines and their official statements, taken directly from their websites.

Aer Lingus offers bassinets on its transatlantic flights , except on its Boeing 757 aircraft. Bassinets require pre-booking and are subject to availability.

The airline recommends booking a separate seat for infants at a reduced child rate, but will not provide a bassinet if you have an infant seat.

Aeroflot offers bassinets for children under 1 year of age with a maximum weight of 24 pounds (11 kg). The number of bassinets per flight depends on the type of aircraft.

When using a bassinet on Aeroflot, crew members will check your child’s weight and instruct you on how to use the bassinet during flight, as well as show you where the changing tables are in the lavatory.

To reserve a bassinet on Aeroflot, you much notify the airline at least 36 hours before the scheduled departure time by contacting either the sales office or the Contact Center for priority access to these seats.

Aeromexico provides a limited number of cribs per flight and they are available upon request during the check-in process (subject to availability).

Cribs are limited to infants weighing no more than 24 pounds (11 kg) and the adult will need to be seating in an AM Plus seat to receive the crib service (additional charges may apply).

Air Canada offers bassinets onboard its 767-300ER (763), 777-200LR (77L), 777-300ER (77W), 787-9 (789), 787-8 (788), and A330 (333) aircraft.

Bassinets can only accommodate infants weighing less than 25 pounds (11 kg) who are unable to sit upright. They are installed at bulkhead rows where armrests do not lift.

The bassinets can be requested in advance, but are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, and subject to availability at the time of flight departure.

Hot Tip: Check to see what kind of plane you’re flying on before you check your airline’s bassinet policy.

Air France passengers flying economy, premium economy, or business can request a bassinet on long-haul flights . Requests should be made as soon as possible after booking and at least 48 hours before your departure, subject to availability.

Bassinets are designed for infants weighing less than 22 pounds (10 kg) and measuring less than 27 inches (70 cm).

If you would like your infant (under 2 years old) to travel in an individual seat, you must install them in an approved  car seat or harness .

Air India’s website is vague about what it offers for children, but it does appear that bassinets can be requested free of charge .

According to SeatGuru , you can request a bassinet by contacting Air India reservations before your flight.

Air Mauritius

Air Mauritius offers infant cots on all international flights. Cots are limited, but requests can be made in advance and can be confirmed at the time of check-in.

The baby cots can accommodate infants up to 12 months old , up to 24 pounds (11 kg), and up to 29 inches (74 cm) tall.

Since the baby cots need to be stowed at takeoff and landing, Air Mauritius gives you a special seat belt extension to carry your infant safely in your lap at such times.

Air New Zealand

Bassinets are available on many Air New Zealand flights and can be attached to the front wall of the economy cabin. Availability is limited, so reservations are suggested.

You can book your bassinet ahead of time online with Seat Select — just choose a seat that has a bassinet icon. Note there may be an additional charge for these seats.

Air Seychelles

Baby bassinets may be requested on Air Seychelles for infants up to 6 months of age and not weighing more than 25 pounds (11 kg).

Bassinets are subject to availability and requests should be made at the time of reservation.

Air Transat

Air Transat offers bassinets at bulkhead seats only for infants who can not yet sit upright and have a maximum weight of 24 pounds (11 kg). Availability is limited.

The bassinets measure 27 x 12 x 6 inches (68 x 30 x 15 cm).

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Air does not offer bassinets to its passengers and there is a limit to the number of lap children per flight depending on the aircraft.

Lap infants are not guaranteed a seat, but if there is an empty seat available on a flight, the infant may occupy that seat for no extra charge .

American Airlines

ANA (All Nippon Airways)

ANA offers bassinets on all international aircraft for infants not occupying a seat in economy and business class. Bassinets are not offered in first class.

Each bassinet is approximately 33 x 18 x 13 inches ( 85 x 45 x 33 cm) and can hold an infant up to  22 pounds  (10 kg).  Passengers who have requested a bassinet will also receive a special baby blanket .

Bassinets are limited but can be requested by telephone.

Asiana Airlines

Asiana Airlines allows bassinets to be reserved in advance. Supply is limited, so the airline recommends reserving a bassinet as soon as possible.

Size limitations will vary depending on the cabin and aircraft:

• A380, A350, B777: height of 28 inches (71 cm) or below + weight of less than 22 pounds (10 kg)
• B747, A330, B767, A321: height of 30 inches (76 cm) or below + weight of less than 30 pounds (14 kg)
• A350: height of 28 inches (71 cm) or below + weight of less than 30 pounds (14 kg)
• All aircraft (except A350): height of 30 inches (76 cm) or below + weight of less than 3o pounds (14 kg)

A vianca Airlines

Avianca Airlines offers bassinets on all routes operated by the A330 and B787 for infants 12 months old or less who weigh less than 25 pounds (11 kg) and are less than 29 inches (74 cm) tall.

Each bassinet is approximately 29.5 x 13.4 x 8.8 inches (75 x 34 x 22 cm).

British Airways

British Airways offers carrycots for infants up to 2 years old on all long-haul flights . Short-haul flights do not offer this service.

Carrycots can be reserved by selecting the appropriate seat during the booking process. The carrycot seat positions are marked on the seat maps with a baby icon .

Carrycots are supplied free of charge but are subject to availability onboard the aircraft on the day of the flight . They are given to the people sitting in the carrycot and child seat positions on a first-come, first-served basis.

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific offers bassinets on all flights. You can request a baby bassinet when you make your reservation.

The Cathay Pacific bassinet is designed for infants under 6 months old and has a maximum carrying weight of 26.5 pounds (12 kg).

The measurements of the bassinet are 30 x 15 x 8 inches (76 x 38 x 20 cm).

China Airlines

China Airlines offers a limited number of bassinets on all of its flights except for flights operated by the ERJ aircraft.

Passengers are encouraged to request a bassinet when they book an infant ticket, as only a limited number of bassinets and bulkhead seats are available onboard and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Since the size of the bassinet is limited, the bassinet service is only offered to infants under 6 months old  with a maximum height of up to 28 inches (71 cm) and a weight of up to 24 pounds (11 kg).

China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines offers Infant Bassinet Service (BSCT) in its economy and premium economy classes on flights operated by B777, B787, A330, A350, and A380 aircraft with a duration of more than 3 hours .

Bassinets can be used by infants less than 1 year old  on the day of travel who do not weigh more than 25 pounds (11 kg) and are less than 27.5 inches (70 cm) tall.

Since there is a limited number of bassinets provided for each aircraft, we recommend requesting a bassinet via the website , by calling +86-20-22395539, or by visiting a local ticket office.

Condor offers a limited number of bassinets for infants traveling in business class on long-haul flights .

Bassinets are designed for infants up to 6 months with a maximum weight of 17.5 pounds (8 kg).

Reserve a bassinet by calling Special Reservations at +49(0)6171 6988978 Monday through Friday no later than 48 hours before departure.

Czech Airlines

Czech Airlines offers a baby cot onboard select flights. You can find bassinets when flying economy class onboard an A330 or in business class when flying on an A319 or A330.

The baby cot has a weight limit of 24 pounds (11 kg) and measures 29.5 x 13 x 8.6 inches (75 x 34 x22 cm).

You can request the cot via the Contact Centre during your seat booking.

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines offer onboard bassinets, also known as SkyCots , free of charge for passengers in select seats on equipped aircraft for some international flights.

The bassinets are ideal for babies weighing up to 20 pounds (9 kg) and up to 26 inches (66 cm) tall.

You can request SkyCots by contacting Reservations before arriving at the airport and then speaking with the gate agent at the boarding gate. Delta can’t guarantee availability due to a limit of 2 SkyCots per aircraft and weight restrictions.

EasyJet Airlines

EasyJet does not appear to offer bassinets on its planes. However, according to its website , it is otherwise very accommodating to infants and young children.

EL AL Airlines

Most El Al aircraft are equipped with bassinets for infants up to 9 months of age. The number of seats with a special apparatus for the bassinet is limited and varies according to the aircraft model. Bassinets are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you are flying with an infant, you should request a bulkhead seat with a small bassinet by contacting Reservations.

After takeoff, the bassinet is installed and you will receive a blanket for the baby. According to the EL AL website, the crew is at your service for heating baby bottles and will also rinse the bottle and provide hot water. Diapering stands are available in the plane’s bathroom stalls.

Emirates offers bassinets for children up to 2 years old as long as they don’t have their own seat on a child’s fare.

Bassinets are limited but can be requested at the time of reservation or after a reservation has been made by utilizing the Manage a Booking feature online.

Etihad Airways

Etihad’s bassinets are first come, first served and can be requested during the booking process or after via the Manage my booking  section of the website.

Bassinets are designed to accommodate babies weighing up to 24 pounds (11 kg). The cabin crew will confirm that the infant fits comfortably and safely in the bassinet before attaching it to your seat.

Bassinets are available aboard all EVA Air aircraft, but for safety reasons, height and weight limitations apply .

EVA Air requests to be advised of your baby’s date of birth, height, and weight when you make your reservation.

Frontier Airlines

Frontier does not currently offer bassinets on its flights.

Garuda Indonesia

Garuda Indonesia offers baby bassinets on a first-come, first-served basis at no cost. Since bassinets are limited, the airline asks parents to request them as far in advance as possible.

Confirmation of the request is only given at check-in .

The maximum weight for infants in Garuda Indonesia bassinets is 20 pounds (9 kg).

Gulf Air offers bassinets on all flights except in its Falcon Gold cabin on its new B787 and in its economy cabin on the A320.

You can request a bassinet and receive confirmation in advance , which is uncommon but very welcome!

The bassinets are designed for infants up to 7 months old who weigh no more than 22 pounds (10 kg) and are no taller than 26 inches (66 cm).

JetBlue Airways

JetBlue is one of the more family-friendly airlines in the U.S. Unfortunately, it does not offer bassinets on its flights.

Hawaiian Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines offers bassinets that you can reserve in advance for bassinet-compatible Extra Comfort seats (row 14) on select A330 routes.

The bassinet is 32 x 14.5 x 7 inches (81 x 37 x 18 cm) and can accommodate an infant up to 20 pounds (9 kg).

To reserve the seat in advance, you may buy a bassinet-compatible Extra Comfort seat online and reserve the bassinet over the phone. Alternatively, you can call Hawaiian Airlines Reservations to reserve directly.

If you’d prefer not to purchase an Extra Comfort seat, you may see an airport customer service agent at check-in (on the day of departure) for bassinet availability. If the Extra Comfort upgrade is provided as a courtesy, only 1 adult is eligible for the upgrade. You can make up to 2 requests per flight. Confirmed bassinets are assigned during the boarding process. Priority is given to the customer with the earliest check-in time. Note that bassinets are not guaranteed if requested upon check-in.

Iberia offers cots for infants on intercontinental flights if the parents are in the correct class and seat (which is not listed on its website).

To book a cot, you will need to contact your local Iberia office and provide them with your flight information to find out if your seat is compatible. Depending on the cabin class, booking a seat may incur an additional cost.

The cots that Iberia uses are designed for infants who weigh up to 24 pounds (11 kg).

Icelandair does not currently offer bassinets on its flights.

JAL (Japan Airlines)

JAL offers bassinets, but they are limited and reservations are not always possible.

The bassinets are designed for infants up to the age of 2 weighing up to 23 pounds (10.5 kg).

The dimensions of the bassinet are 28 x 12 x 6 inches (72 x 30 x 15 cm).

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

KLM offers carrycots onboard intercontinental flights but requests are not guaranteed.

You can request one via the My Trip section of its website or by contacting the KLM Customer Care Center .

The cots are suitable for babies who are no taller than 25.5 inches  (65 cm) and weigh no more than 22 pounds  (10 kg) on the day of the trip.

Korean Air offers bassinets that you can reserve in advance on international flights only in economy class and Prestige class on some aircraft.

Request a bassinet through the Korean Air Reservation Center before your flight at least 48 hours in advance due to limited availability.

The bassinets are suitable for infants weighing less than 24 pounds (11 kg) and shorter than 29.5 inches (75 cm).

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines offers bassinets on all routes operated by a 767, 777, or 787.

You can request a bassinet in advance, but the service is subject to availability on each flight.

Only babies weighing up to 22 pounds (10 kg) and up to 28 inches (71 cm) tall can travel in the bassinet.

Lufthansa offers bassinets on its entire long-haul fleet that can be reserved up to 52 hours before flight departure. Depending on your booking class, a seat reservation fee for the seat with the bassinet may apply.

The bassinets are designed for babies under 24 pounds (11 kg) in weight and under 26 inches (67 cm) in length.

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines offers bassinets on select aircraft free of charge.

The bassinet service must be requested at least 24 hours before departure through its Global Customer Contact Centre .

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

MIAT offers bassinets on some of its flights, but requests can only be made at the time of check-in at the airport .

To use the bassinet, your baby must not weigh more than 24 pounds (11 kg) and not be taller than 29.5 inches (75 cm).

Porter Airlines

Porter Airlines is a very family-friendly airline. However, it does not offer bassinets on its flights.

Primera Air

Primera Air does not offer bassinets on its flights.

Qantas Airways

Qantas offers bassinets for infants that can be requested at the time of booking.

Bassinets on Qantas flights are approximately 28 x 12 x 10 inches (71 x 31 x 26 cm) and have a weight limitation of 24 pounds (11 kg).

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways provides bassinets for infants and babies up to 24 months old . They can be requested by contacting your nearest Qatar Airways office .

Bassinets are not available in the first class cabin on board the A380. To check the availability of a bassinet position seat on a specific aircraft and within a particular cabin, you will need to contact Reservations.

The maximum body weight of the infant should not exceed 24 pounds (11 kg) and the age must not exceed 2 years . Additionally, the infant must fit within the confines of the baby bassinet.

Ryanair does not offer bassinets on its flights.

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines offers bassinets when you book an infant ticket. However, there is only a limited number of bassinets available onboard and they are offered on a first come, first served basis.

Each bassinet measures 30 x 12 x 6 inches (76 x 30 x 15 cm) and can support a maximum weight of 30 pounds (14 kg).

South African Airways

South African Airways offers bassinets for its smallest passengers whose parents are sitting in a bulkhead seat. These can be reserved by calling the nearest SAA office .

The use of a baby bassinet is restricted by the infant’s size and weight. Infants not exceeding 22 pounds (10 kg) and 29.5 inches (75 cm) are eligible for a baby bassinet, subject to availability.

Southwest Airlines

Southwest is a very family-friendly airline. However, it does not offer bassinets on its flights.

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines offers a limited number of bassinets on its flights. However, bassinets are subject to availability and requests need to be made at the time of booking .

Sunwing Airlines

Sunwing does not offer bassinets on its flights.

Swiss International Air Lines

On SWISS, bassinets are available in all flight classes on long-haul flights and in business class on European flights.

The bassinets are approved for babies of up to 8 months of age and weighing a maximum of 24 pounds (11 kg).

The number of bassinets is limited, so please be sure to contact its Service Center in good time.

TAP Air Portugal

The number of seats available for cots varies from one type of aircraft to another. This information is immediate and confirmed when you book .

The bassinet dimensions are 29 x 13 x 8.8 inches (75 x 34 x 22.4 cm) and can support a baby up to 24 pounds (11 kg).

Thai Airways

Thai Airways offers bassinets that you can request at the time of booking or at check-in, but they are not guaranteed.

The bassinet is designed for babies less than 6 months of age weighing less than 22 pounds (10 kg) and not exceeding 26 inches (67 cm) in length.

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines offers bassinets free of charge for babies on flights.

Bassinets can be placed in front of extra legroom seats that often come with an extra charge. To book these seats and request a bassinet, it is best to call worldwide customer service at +90 850 333 0 849.

United Airlines

United offers a limited number of complimentary bassinets on international flights only, including in Polaris business class on select 757, 767, 777, and 787 aircraft and economy on 757, 767, 777, and 787 aircraft. Bassinets are not available for customers traveling in first or business class.

Customers can request a bassinet by calling 800-864-8331 (or the appropriate Worldwide Contact Center) or at the airport free of charge. You will be provided accompanying seat assignments for an adult traveling with an infant and up to 1 travel companion.

Bassinet availability is limited and arrangements are not guaranteed, so United recommends requesting a bassinet early for your flight.

Bassinets are 29 x 11 inches (74 x 28 cm) and can hold an infant weighing 22 pounds (10 kg) or less.

Virgin Atlantic

Cots and bassinets can be requested for select aircraft and cabins onboard Virgin Atlantic.

Virgin Australia Airlines

Virgin Australia offers bassinets onboard all international long-haul flights and on domestic flights operated by an A330 aircraft, subject to availability.

Bassinets are limited, so request a bassinet for your infant at the time of booking. The pre-allocation of bassinets is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Bassinets are designed for use by 1 infant at a time and size and weight maximums apply, as listed below:

• 777: 40 pounds (18 kg) and 27.5 inches (70 cm)
• A330: 24 pounds (11 kg) and 27.5 inches (70 cm)

WestJet Airlines

WestJet offers bassinets on its 787 Dreamliner in the economy cabin. If you’re traveling with a lap-held infant, you can request a bassinet when you book your flight.

Check the availability of seats 9B, 9D, 9F, 9J, and 25E on the 787-9. To guarantee a bassinet, you may need to visit a WestJet counter at the airport.

The infant must be a maximum of 25 pounds (11 kg), a maximum length of 26 inches (66 cm), and unable to sit upright.

Depending on the airline that you are flying, you can (and should) reserve a bassinet. However, many airlines don’t offer that convenience and leave parents waiting until they board to find out if they are able to use a bassinet or not.

Take a look at the chart above. If your airline offers bassinet reservations, we recommend reaching out as soon as you have your reservation to request or reserve a bassinet.

Hopefully, you’ve found an airline that offers a bassinet, ideally with a reservation.

Now comes the hard part — getting your little one to use it! Here are some tips for using an airplane bassinet.

Wipe It Down

This probably comes as second nature to parents (and many frequent travelers), but you should make sure your seat and the bassinet are as clean as possible .

Fortunately, as parents, you will likely already have plenty of wipes with you, so just grab a few and give everything within reach a good cleaning.

Bring Your Own Blankets

If you want your little one to get some rest in the bassinet, they need to be as comfortable as possible.

We suggest bringing along a favorite blanket or 2 to recreate the smell and feel of the crib at home.

Follow Familiar Routines

Speaking of recreating the feel of their crib, trying to recreate their routine can go a long way toward getting some well-needed rest.

If your baby is used to feeding, cuddling, listening to music, etc. before bed, try to stick to that schedule as much as possible before placing them in the bassinet.

If you are flying on an overnight flight, this might be easier to do than during a day flight, but just keep in mind that a new environment can be extra stimulating to little eyes!

Bring a Pacifier or Bottle

This is probably number 1 on most parents’ checklists when they are flying with their baby, but making sure your baby’s favorite pacifier is onboard is crucial!

If your baby is already taking a bottle by themselves, feeding them in the bassinet may help them get comfortable.

Use a Cover or Tent for the Bassinet

As convenient as the bassinet is, the location can sometimes be distracting for little passengers. Often the bassinet is attached to the bulkhead, which can be subject to a lot of foot traffic, lights, and even wall-mounted TVs.

None of those distractions are helpful when your baby is trying to get some rest. Fortunately, there are products on the market, such as CoziGo , which attach to the bassinet and block out some light and sound.

Play Music or White Noise

Bringing along some music or white noise may go a long way to creating an environment similar to what your little one is used to at home.

If your baby likes to listen to lullabies while drifting off to sleep, download some music on your phone to play in the bassinet.

With the blankets, tent, and music, there is a good chance that the bassinet will be more comfortable than your seat (unless you are flying business or first class, of course)!

Bassinets are an excellent amenity for parents flying with an infant. But they are just that — an amenity. Not all airlines offer them and even fewer will guarantee them before the flight.

Hopefully, the information we’ve provided will help you figure out if your airline will accommodate your needs or not.

As always, if you want the absolute safest option and the least amount of stress, the best option is to purchase a seat for your child and have them use their car seat on board.

Happy travels!

Frequently Asked Questions

Do airlines provide bassinets.

Depending on the airline and the airplane, bassinets may be available onboard. Each airline has different policies regarding reservations and size limits.

If you are traveling soon with your little one, please refer to the chart in this article to see what your airline offers.

How big are airplane bassinets?

Airplane bassinets will vary by the airline and even by aircraft.

On average, you can expect a bassinet to be about 14 x 9 x 30 inches (35 x 24 x 75 cm).

This size should accommodate most newborns and infants, but the weight of the baby will also be factored in when crew members install the bassinet.

What the weight limit for an airplane bassinet?

Each airline will specify its own size and weight limits for babies to use bassinets onboard flights.

In general, airlines say that bassinets can be used for newborns up to children 18 months of age. However, in our experience, not many 18-month-old babies would fit in an airplane bassinet.

Most weight limits are 25 pounds (11 kg).

Where does an airplane bassinet go?

On most airplanes that offer bassinets, the bassinet is attached to the bulkhead wall at the front of each cabin.

If you want to guarantee that you are in the right seat to accommodate a bassinet, you should contact your airline and request these seats.

Note: bulkhead seats often cost extra to reserve if you don’t have status with the airline.

Are airplane bassinets safe?

Airplane bassinets are offered primarily for parent convenience and child comfort.

Bassinets cannot be used during takeoff, landing, or during turbulence because they do not offer proper restraints.

The absolute safest option for children is in their own seat in an FAA-approved car seat.

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A Complete Guide to Booking and Using an Airplane Bassinet

Everything You Need to Know About Booking and Using an Airplane Bassinet

An airplane bassinet sounds ideal for long flights, but we know you have questions…

• Are airplane bassinets safe?
• Do airplane bassinets cost extra?
• How do you book an airplane bassinet?
• Which airlines have bassinets for infants?

We answer these questions (and more!) below. Then, scroll down for a complete list of which airlines offer bassinets for infants on their planes and their policies.

What Is an Airplane Bassinet?

An airplane bassinet is a detachable cot that is sometimes available for those flying with a lap infant. Airplane bassinets are set up on the bulkhead seats. They are reserved in advance. Different airlines have different policies regarding booking and/or using bassinets (see below). However, most will suggest they are for infants that are six-months-old or younger, have a weight limit of under 20lbs, and can only be used for babies who are not yet able to sit upright unassisted.

Is it Safe to Use an Airplane Bassinet?

Without question, the safest place for a baby to sit on an airplane is in their own seat, in a FAA-approved car seat . But, this is not a legal requirement. On most airlines, children under 24-months are fly for free or for a small service fee if they fly as a lap infant.

Having a baby on your lap for a long flight can definitely become tiresome. Flying with a newborn or young infant is stressful enough as it is, so having a space where baby (and your arms!) can have a rest may definitely be welcomed.

Safety restraints in airplane bassinets…

Most bassinets do not have any safety restraints beyond a velcro strap. That’s the main reason they are not advised for older babies who can sit up or pull up. During take-off, taxi, landing, and during bouts of turbulence when the seat belt sign is turned on, you must take your baby out of the bassinet and hold them in your arms. Most recommend that baby’s feet are towards the aisle, probably so flight attendants can see baby’s face when walking past and to prevent baby’s head from being knocked if someone stumbles in the aisle.

Having said that, most pictures on the internet show smiling babies sitting up in the bassinets or various arms and legs hanging out. It’s clear that not all airlines enforce what appear to be universal guidelines.

Should you just buy baby a seat?

Not everyone can afford or wants to purchase a seat for a baby on a plane if they don’t have to. And flying with car seats can definitely be a pain. An airplane bassinet is not any safer than your lap or arms but is not unsafe under most flying conditions.

Sometimes the bassinets are already set up when you board. And sometimes the flight attendants distribute them after take off. Clarify with the gate agent prior to boarding for peace of mind.

Do I Need to Use an Airplane Bassinet Cover?

Obviously you would want to give the bassinet a wipe down before putting your baby in it. But knowing the messes babies can make, I’d feel more confident with a barrier of some sort. A playpen sheet or large-ish receiving blanket would likely be sufficient.

The bulkheads are pretty busy places on a plane. Keeping stimulation to a minimum is key to help babies and toddlers sleep on planes .  The CoziGo travel cover was created for that very purpose. British Airways even suggests using it on their website!

How to Book an Airplane Bassinet:

On any given flight, there is only a limited number of bassinets available. Bassinets are often free. But, sometimes you must pay extra to secure the bulkhead. Prior to booking, familiarize yourself with the policies of the airlines you will likely fly on. And the earlier you book your flights, the better.

Travel Agents…

If you’re booking using a travel agent, ensure said agent is familiar with the process of securing an airplane bassinet and remind them of the importance of having one. Here you are putting the responsibility of this in someone else’s hands. However, you’ll have someone to blame if things don’t work out.

Direct with the airline…

If you’re booking directly on the airline’s website, you will need to call them immediately after making your reservations to reserve your seats and the bassinet. and since many airlines don’t charge extra for pre-booking seats if you are flying with children (in order to keep everyone together) you would have to do this anyway. Plan to remain on hold for a very long time. Lastly, have all your documentation handy, your reservation and confirmation numbers, as well as paper and a pen to jot down important details.

Using Online Travel Agents…

Booking flights using Expedia or similar means you will have to follow the above and call the airlines directly. Keep in mind your flights may not all be on the same airlines. Pay special attention to connections and if the flights you’ve chosen are being operating as a code share, meaning partner airlines are booking seats on other airlines’ aircraft. Doing all of this will add to the time you spend on the phone. But, it’s worth it to have your ducks in a row pre-flight.

Lastly, Following Up…

If you’re booking and reserving several months out, follow up with your airline in the weeks and days leading up to your trip. Yes, this means more time on hold and on the phone. Again, it’s worth it for peace of mind.

Which Airlines Offer Bassinets for Infants?

Not all airlines offer bassinets, and not all airlines’ policies on booking and using an airplane bassinet are the same. Below is a complete list of which airlines offer bassinets for infants, and what their policies are.

Select from the table of contents below or scroll down to peruse the different options.

Table of Contents

Alphabetical List of Airlines’ Bassinet Policies:

Aer lingus airplane bassinets.

From the Aer Lingus website :

Bassinet seats are offered for transatlantic flights, however they are subject to availability and require pre-booking. You could also consider opting for increased comfort by purchasing a dedicated seat for your infant at a child rate. Basinet seats are unfortunately not available for infants with confirmed seating. For more information, please contact our reservations department. Keep your booking reference handy for speed of assistance!

Aeroflot Airplane Bassinets

From the Aeroflot website :

Airplane bassinets are designed for children under the age of 1 and weighing no more than 11 kg. If you would like to use a bassinet on board, please notify us at least 36 hours before the scheduled departure by contacting the sales office or calling the Contact Centre. The service is not guaranteed. Bassinets are provided only if it is technically possible to install it. The number of spaces for bassinets depend on the type of aircraft. When the airline prepares a flight for check-in (24 hours prior to scheduled departure), bassinet seats are preselected for passengers who have made a reservation. To receive a boarding pass for a bassinet seat, passengers must refer to a check-in desk at the airport. Please note: The use of online check-in may result in the system changing the seat preselected by the airline and the loss of the ability to select seats in the bassinet row. Before installing the bassinet on board, the staff will check your child’s weight and instruct you on how to use the bassinet during the flight.

Aeromexico Airplane Bassinets

From the Aeromexico website :

On board, our priority is that you and your family travel with greater safety and comfort. We offer this service so that you can travel with ease and confidence, and so that you may relax during your flight.

A limited number of cribs are available upon request and subject to availability. We provide cribs for infants weighing no more than 24 lbs. Cribs are complimentary, but availability is not guaranteed. During the check-in process, crib availability will be confirmed. Priority boarding will be required. Infants must be lap-held during takeoff and landing. The adult will have to buy an AM Plus seat, to receive the crib service

Air Canada Bassinets

From Air Canada’s website :

If you’re travelling with a young (or small) infant in Economy Class, you may request a bassinet in advance of travel by contacting Air Canada Reservations . However, we are unable to confirm availability until the time of your flight’s departure.

Bassinets are assigned on a first come, first served basis, subject to availability at time of flight departure.

Bassinets may be provided on the following aircraft:

Boeing 787-9 (789) The Boeing 787-8 (788) Boeing 777-300ER (77W) Boeing 777-200LR (77L) Airbus A330 (333) Boeing 767-300ER (763)

For safety reasons:

Bassinets can be used only for infants weighing less than 12 kg (25 lb) who are unable to sit upright.

The cabin crew is responsible for installing the bassinet once the seat belt sign has been turned off.

Please note that bassinets are installed at bulkhead rows where armrests do not lift.

Air France Bassinets

From Air France’s website :

On board our long-haul flights in the Business, Premium Economy and Economy cabins, we can provide you with a bassinet if available. Please contact us ahead of time to make your request. Bassinets are designed for infants weighing less than 10kg/22lbs and measuring less than 70cm/27in. They must be stowed away in the event of turbulence. Baby-changing tables are also available. To check availability and submit your request for a bassinet, please  contact us  by phone as soon as possible after booking your flight, and at least 48 hours before your departure.

Air India Bassinets

From Air India’s website :

The preferred seat select scheme is available on the website on select routes operated by Air India. … The paid seat selection doesn’t include Bassinet seats for infants which are free of charge.

According to Seat Guru :

Bassinets can be requested for at the time of reservation, ticketing, or reconfirmation of the booking. Call Air India’s reservations center, the nearest Air India office, or the travel agent to request a bassinet. The bassinet provided is 71 cm x 36 cm x 19 cm (L x B x H). The infant must be under two years old and can fit in the bassinet.

Air Mauritius Bassinets

From the Air Mauritius website :

For your infant’s comfort, there are cots available on all Air Mauritius international flights. The number of cots available on the aircraft is limited, therefore, please make a request at the time of booking and we will confirm your request at the time of your check in, as far as possible.  Our baby cots can accommodate infants up to 12 months old and/or weighing up to 11 kg, and up to 74 cm tall. Since the baby cots need to be stowed at take-off and landing, we’ll give you a special seat belt extension to carry your infant safely in your lap at such times. Further, we request you to remove your infant from the baby cot for safety reasons whenever the seat belt sign is switched on, especially in case of turbulence.

Air New Zealand Bassinets

From Air New Zealand’s website :

On international flights bassinets may be installed on Air New Zealand Boeing 787 and 777 aircraft and are designed for infants of average size up to 8 months old. The bassinet dimensions are 29 inches (73.66 cm) long x 13.5 inches (34.29 cm) wide and made up with sheets, a pillow and blankets and are designed for infants up to 8 months old and weighing a maximum of 11.8kg/26lb. Bassinets can be requested when selecting your seats. However, please note that when selecting your seat online, not all seats in a Bassinet Row have bassinet fittings. Those that do are indicated with a bassinet icon and state that they include a bassinet. If you are travelling with an infant aged between 8 months and 15 months (weighing a maximum of 11.8kg/26lb) and have not prepurchased a bassinet seat, a bassinet seat may be allocated to you if one is available at the time you check in on the day of travel.

Air Seychelles Bassinets

From the Air Seychelles website :

Baby bassinets may be requested for infants up to 6 months of age and not weighing more than 11kg/25 lbs. Bassinets are subject to availability. Requests should be made at the time of reservation.

Air Transat Bassinets

From Air Transat’s website :

Maximum infant weight 11 kg (24 lbs) Infant’s size may not exceed the dimensions of the bassinette: 68 x 30 x 15 cm (27 x 12 x 6 in) Safe for non-active infants who are unable to sit upright; your bassinette will remain on request until a crew member has assessed the suitability once on board Limited availability, at bulkhead seats only

Alaska Air Bassinets

Bassinets are not available for infants on Alaska Air.

Alitalia ((ITA Airways) Airplane Bassinets

From their website :

Some long-haul flights offer on-board bassinets, for children less than 76 cm long and weighing no more than 11 kg, which can be requested when booking. For operational reasons, this service might not be guaranteed on board, even if booked. In this case, the child must travel in the adult’s lap. 

American Airlines Bassinets

From the American Airlines website :

Bassinets are available on a first come, first serve basis at the gate for travel only on 777-200, 767-300, 777-300 and 787 aircraft. Bassinets are not available in First/business Class cabins.

Asiana Airplane Bassinets

From Asiana’s website :

A baby bassinet is provided for passengers traveling with an infant.

Avianca Airplane Bassinets

From Avianca’s website :

Baby cot or bassinet

• You can purchase the service when booking your flight at the  contact centre  or at the airport counters. You can also request it at our  chat . 
• You can apply for this service if your baby is 12 months old or younger, 74 centimetres tall and weighs up to 11 kilograms.
• The cradle will be installed when the aircraft takes off and uninstalled before landing. 
• We take care of every detail so that your baby flies on well-maintained equipment in good condition, so we have a limited quota of  3 cots per type of aircraft  and chairs selected to provide this service.
• Due to operational issues, the aircraft assigned to the trip may change. In this case, we cannot guarantee the service.
• Flights operated by Avianca Ecuador S.A. do not have this service.

British Airways Bassinets

Seriously, British Airways rules when it comes to flying with an infant. (See Flying British Airways with a Baby ). Not only do they offer bassinets, they have child seats for older babies as well. Read on, from the British Airways website :

On our long haul services, we provide carrycots and infant seats free of charge for babies up to 2 years old, weighing under 12.5 kg (27.5lbs) that can be used in flight when the seat belt signs are off. If you’ve chosen a carrycot seating position, your crew will offer you a carrycot or infant seat for your baby, subject to availability and aircraft type.

Carrycots Our specially designed carrycots are only for infants up to 6 months old, weighing no more than 8kg (17.5lb), so your baby can sleep in comfort in the best seat on the flight. You can bring your own  CoziGo carrycot cover  to lessen distractions from light and movement. 

Infant seats Our infant seats can be used by little ones from birth up to 24 months, who weigh no more than 12.5kg (27.5lbs). These seats are secured onto the carrycot position by cabin crew and are adjustable to two positions: reclined or upright. For infants under 6 months, the seat should always be used in the reclined position. For infants over 6 months, either position can be used.

Please note that, even if you’ve chosen a carrycot seat position, we may have to move you and your baby to another seat if there is someone who has greater need for the space, such as a wheelchair user.

Bring your own CoziGo carrycot cover

You can bring your own CoziGo carrycot cover which can be used with all styles of carrycots on our long haul flights.

Cathay Pacific Airplane Bassinets

From the Cathay Pacific website :

For infants under 6 months old, we recommend booking a baby bassinet in advance, so you can ensure you and your baby can get some comfortable rest during your flight. Bassinets are available for all of our flights – with the exception of Airbus A321neo aircraft. When you make your reservation with us, you’ll need to request a bassinet so we can check availability. Measurements:  76.2 cm x 38.1 cm x 20.32 cm (30 in x 15 in x 8 in) Maximum carrying weight:  12 kg (26.5 lbs) A bassinet is designed for infants under 6 months old . Infants over this age may be more comfortable in a car safety seat instead, especially on long flights.

China Airlines Bassinets

The information on the China Airlines website is limited:

We provide a limited number of bassinets for infants in-flight (except model A321neo). Bassinets are designed and can be used only for infants measuring less than 71cm/28 inches and weighing less than 11kg/24.2 pounds.  Passengers travelling with infants have priority to sit in the bulkhead seat that has more space to place the bassinet.  We encourage you to request for a bassinet when you book an infant ticket, as only a limited number of bassinets and bulkhead seats are available on board and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

China Southern Airlines Bassinets

From the China Southern Airlines website :

I. Applicable Routes

In the Economy Class and Premium Economy Class of flights operated by B777, B787, A330, and A350 with a duration of more than 3 hours, China Southern Airlines provides Infant Bassinet (BSCT) Service for the infants who do not occupy seats.

II. When to Apply

If you wish to use this service, please apply to the ticket office affiliated with China Southern Airlines at the origin of the flight 24 hours prior to departure.

III. Applicable Passengers

Passengers who hold infant tickets and are at the age of one year old or below on the day of travel, with weight no more than 12 kg (25 lbs) and height no more than 70 cm.

Since there is a limited number of bassinets provided for each aircraft, if you need to use this service, please request as soon as possible by logging in to  China Southern Airlines’ official website , calling China Southern Airlines Customer Service Center 95539, or visiting the local ticket office affiliated with China Southern Airlines.

V. Change and Refund

For passengers who have successfully reserved the infant bassinet service, flight/ date change or service cancellation shall be handled as per the ticket use rules; upon ticket change, if the service is still needed, please apply for it again according to the application procedure.

In case of flight abnormality, we will:

1) After obtaining passengers’ consent, help special passengers and their companions change to flights where special services are available, which is free of charge;

2) After obtaining passengers’ consent, perform involuntary refund for special passengers and their companions.

Condor Airplane Bassinets

From Condor’s website :

Upon request and subject to availability, bassinets/baby carriers can be reserved in Premium Class and Business Class on longhaul flights (Zones 3, 4 and 5).

Please note that bassinets/baby carriers are only suitable and intended for infants up to 6 months and/or max. 8 kg. These can be reserved Monday – Friday via our Special Reservations service no later than 48 hours prior to departure.

Czech Airlines Bassinets

From the Czech Airlines website :

Children under 2 years of age may travel in a baby cot with load capacity of 11kg and sizes of 75 x 34 x 22cm (but only on Airbus A319/A330 Business Class and on Airbus A330 Economy Class). Please request the cot via our  Contact Centre during your seat booking.

Delta Airplane Bassinets

From Delta’s website :

For some of our smallest passengers on some international flights, we offer onboard baby bassinets. They’re ideal for babies weighing up to 20 lbs. (9 kg) and up to 26 inches (66 cm) long. Onboard bassinets, also known as SkyCots, are available free of charge for passengers in select seats on equipped aircraft for some international flights SkyCots can be requested by contacting  Reservations  before arriving at the airport and then speaking with the gate agent at the boarding gate, but cannot be guaranteed due to a limit of two SkyCots per aircraft and weight restrictions Please note that all infants must be held during takeoff, landing and whenever the seat belt light is on

EasyJet Airplane Bassinets

There is no information on EasyJet’s website about bassinets. But they do appear to allow you to gate check strollers and an any additional item for free, so that’s nice.

El Al Airplane Bassinets

From El Al’s website :

Bassinet measurements: 74 cm long, 34 cm wide, 22.5 cm high/deep. Passengers traveling with an infant up to 9 months of age, are entitled to a bassinet seat free of charge, except for Lite tickets which are entitled to a bassinet seat for an additional charge. Only 1 free bassinet seat to one accompanying passenger will be granted. On flights to/from North America, passengers are entitled to 2 bassinet seats free of charge. The entitlement depending on availability, aircraft type and configuration.​ For your baby’s safety, please inform the flight crew of his/her current weight before the bassinet is installed. The bassinet will be installed after takeoff and will be removed by the flight crew before landing. Whenever the “Fasten Seatbelt” sign is illuminated, you must remove the infant from the bassinet and hold him/her in your arms. The flight crew will assist you and guide you personally. The flight crew will do whatever it can to assist you but cannot watch over your infant throughout the flight. The infant’s safety is the responsibility of the accompanying adult. EL AL may refuse to provide a bassinet for the infant if the flight crew believe it would be a safety hazard for the infant. For safety reasons, it is not possible to purchase a business class seat for an infant in the 787 fleet (Dreamliner)​.​ Seats next to a bassinet can be booked through the  Service Center  or a travel agent.

Emirates Airplane Bassinets

From Emirates’ website :

With our baby bassinets, you can rest easy while your baby sleeps soundly and securely. Request a seat with a bassinet for babies up to two years old when you book online or add one later through Manage a Booking. Just remember that you can’t request a bassinet if you have booked a normal seat on child’s fare rates. Also note that our bassinets have specific dimensions and are limited in number.

Etihad Airplane Bassinets

From Etihad’s website :

The safety of your child is our number one priority. For infants weighing up to 11kg, our bassinets are specially designed carry-cots to help your baby sleep flat during the flight. Your baby must weigh less than 11kg and be up to 75cm tall, and they must be able to fit comfortably in the bassinet. Our cabin crew will confirm that your infant fits comfortably and safely in the bassinet before affixing it at your seat position. You may request a baby bassinet when you book your flight or through  Manage my booking . All bassinets will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. For safety reasons, you may only use a bassinet when the seatbelt sign is switched off and when the cabin crew permit you to do so. When the seatbelt sign is on, you must secure your child on your lap using an infant seatbelt; our cabin crew will provide a seatbelt for you and show you how to use it. You may also use an approved car seat or child restraint device.

EVA Air Bassinets

From EVA Air’s website :

• Baby bassinets are available aboard all EVA Air aircraft, but for safety reasons, height and weight limitations apply. Please advise us of your baby’s date of birth, height and weight when you make your reservation.

The bassinets list on EVA Air’s aircraft :

Garuda Indonesia Airplane Bassinets

From the Garuda Indonesia website :

Baby Bassinet is available on Garuda Indonesia selected aircraft and its free of charge. Passenger must be requested well in advance via Garuda Call Center. Due to limited numbers of baby bassinet available on each aircraft, baby bassinet service is based on first come first serve. Passenger will inform by check-in staff regarding the limited numbers of bassinet. Maximum weight of infant that can be accommodated in one bassinet is 9 kg.

Gulf Air Bassinets

From Gulf Air’s website :

Infants up to 7 months old, weighing no more than 10 kg and not more than 26” in length can travel using the onboard bassinets* (carry-cots). Please request a bassinet when you book your ticket to ensure availability and to obtain advance confirmation. Should the baby – irrespective of age and advance confirmation from the airline – exceed these set limits, our Cabin Crew will not allow the use of a bassinet as this is perceived as being unsafe and not in compliance with civil airline safety regulations. Remember to pre-reserve a bassinet on all flights during your journey, not just the first sector. *Please note that bassinets are not available in Falcon Gold cabin on our new Boeing Dreamliner 787 

Jet Blue Airplane Bassinets

Jet Blue does not offer bassinets on any of their aircraft, but they are renowned for being a very family-friendly airline .

Hawaiian Airlines Bassinets

From the Hawaiian Airlines website :

We want your children to be as safe and comfortable as possible. Bassinets are available on our flights listed below.

To use our bassinets, your child must be:

• Under the age of 2 years old and
• Cannot  weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kgs).

The bassinet is 32” in length, 14.5” in width and 7” in height.

You may  reserve  bassinets in Extra Comfort on our A330 flights to/from the following cities:

• Auckland, New Zealand (AKL)
• Austin, Texas (AUS)
• Boston, Massachusetts (BOS)
• Chitose – Sapporo, Japan (CTS)
• Haneda -Tokyo, Japan (HND)
• Incheon, Korea (ICN)
• Fukuoka, Japan (FUK)
• Narita – Tokyo, Japan (NRT)
• New York City, New York (JFK)
• Orlando, Florida (MCO)
• Osaka-Kansai, Japan (KIX)
• Sydney, Australia (SYD)

To  reserve  a bassinet, the accompanying adult must purchase a bassinet-compatible Extra Comfort seat. Please follow the below instructions to complete your reservation:

• Call  Hawaiian Airlines Reservations
• Request to reserve a bassinet for your international, AUS, BOS, JFK, or MCO flight
• If you prefer, you may purchase a bassinet-compatible Extra Comfort seat online and reserve the bassinet over the phone once you have a confirmed seat in Row 14
• Once your seat is purchased and bassinet is reserved, your reservation will be confirmed

If you’d prefer not to purchase an Extra Comfort seat, you may see an airport customer service agent at check-in (on the day of departure) for bassinet availability. If the Extra Comfort upgrade is provided as a courtesy, only one guest (adult traveling with the infant) is eligible for the upgrade. If available, Hawaiian Airlines will accept up to two (2) requests per flight. Confirmed bassinets will be assigned during the boarding process. Priority will be given to the customer with the earliest check-in time.*

*Bassinets are not guaranteed if requested upon check-in.

Iberia Airplane Bassinets

From Iberia’s website :

There are a certain number of cots for infants who weigh up to 11 kg on each Iberia aircraft on inter-continental flights. These cots, like the seats for the adults who accompany the infant, do not have to be booked online. Please book a cot through an  Iberia Office  in your country, where you can also get information about booking a seat for yourself in the designated cot area in advance. Depending on the cabin class, booking a seat will incur an additional cost. 

Icelandair Bassinets

Icelandair does not offer bassinets on any of their flights.

JAL Airplane Bassinets

From JAL’s website :

Our bassinets are ideal for infants weighing up to 10.5kg (age 2). Dimensions (length: 72 cms, width: 30cms, and depth: 15 cms). Available on routes: All Routes JAL Group Offices and Contact Us Advance reservations are required. Please note that bassinets are available in limited numbers and reservation may not always be possible.

KLM Airplane Bassinets

From KLM’s website :

Are you flying intercontinental, and your baby does not have their own seat? A carrycot might be a comfortable option for both your little one and you. You can request one by contacting the KLM Customer Contact Centre. When you request a carrycot, we’ll do our best to arrange one for you, although there are no guarantees until you board. The sooner you reach out to us, the better the chances are. We advise checking how tall your baby is and how much they weigh. Carrycots are suitable for babies weighing no more than 10 kg and are up to 65 cm tall on the day of the trip.

Korean Air Bassinets

From Korean Air’s website :

Passengers on international flights requiring a baby bassinet can request this through the travel agency or the Korean Air Service Center.

Baby bassinets

The bassinet cannot be used if your child is taller or heavier than specified even if you have requested it in advance.

LATAM Airlines Bassinets

From the LATAM Airlines website :

If you are traveling with your baby, we offer you the possibility of carrying them during the flight (in Economy Cabin) in a  comfortable and safe bassinet.  Your baby must weigh up to 10 kilos and measure less than 71 cm. 

You can request the bassinet service by calling our  Contact Center  up to 4 hours before the flight.  

Service conditions

• You can request it on all routes operated by LATAM on Boeing 767, 777, 787 and Airbus 350. However, the service is subject to the availability of each flight. 
• The service is at no cost if you are traveling in a LATAM+ seat.  If you are traveling with a companion who needs to travel next to you, they will have to purchase their seat.
• If you are traveling with more passengers , seat reservations are subject to the availability and conditions of the ticket you purchased. 

In-flight considerations

For safety reasons, the bassinet will be installed once the airplane departs and will be removed before arrival.

Lufthansa Airplane Bassinets

From Lufthansa’s website :

On our entire long-haul fleet we have special baby cots available to you. The bassinets are perfectly suited for babies up to 14 kg in weight and up to 83 cm in length. The number of bassinets on board is limited. You can reserve the baby cots up to 48 hours before flight departure. Please note that a seat reservation fee for the seat with bassinet may apply depending on your ticket condition. For further information please contact our Lufthansa Service Center .

Malaysia Airlines Bassinets

From the Malaysia Airlines website :

Depending on the aircraft, a number of bassinets are provided onboard, free of charge due to safety and storage reasons, passengers are not allowed to carry their own bassinets into the cabin. This Bassinet service must be requested at least 24 hours before departure through: 1. Call our Global Customer Contact Centre:  1 300 88 3000 (calls within Malaysia) or +603 7843 3000 (calls outside Malaysia) or 2. For Travel Agent’s booking, kindly refer to the respective appointed Travel Agent for assistance.

Porter Airlines Bassinets

There are no bassinets available on any Porter Airlines fights. They are a very infant-friendly airline otherwise.

Primera Air Bassinets

According to Primera Air’s website , they do not provide child seats or bassinets, but they have a number of seating options for infants, including child fares.

Qantas Airplane Bassinets

From the Qantas website :

All infants booked online are booked without a seat and must travel either in the lap of the adult travelling with them or be placed in the bassinet if available when permitted during flight.   If preferred, you can choose a Seat with Bassinet in advance online, so you and your family can travel together in more comfort. Seat with Bassinet is available for a charge, subject to availability, for customers travelling in international Economy and is complimentary for customers travelling internationally in First, Business or Premium Economy cabins, on flights operated by B787, A380 and A330 aircraft. This charge includes the seat with bassinet only. A cost may apply for any adjacent seats booked. To select your seats, visit  Manage booking . In order to select a Seat with Bassinet, the infant:  Must be booked and travelling with an adult (parent or guardian) Must be less than 2 years of age, weigh less than 11kg and be able to lie flat in the bassinet at the time of travel. (Bassinets on Qantas flights are approximately 71cm long, 31cm wide, 26cm deep.)  If the infant doesn’t comfortably fit within the specifications of a bassinet, they must travel in the lap of the adult travelling with them. In this situation, you may be moved from your Seat with Bassinet to accommodate other customers travelling with infants. When booking online, there is a limit of one infant per adult booked. If you need to book an infant with a seat or book travel that involves more infants than adults, please contact us to  make your booking . When more than one infant travels with one adult, each additional infant must occupy a seat and be able to sit upright without assistance or travel in an approved child car seat or restraint. Please be aware that you’ll also need to confirm directly with any other airlines operating flights on your booking their policies in relation to infants occupying a seat and ensure you comply with them.

Qatar Airways Bassinets

From the Qatar Airways website :

Qatar Airways provides bassinets for infants. Please contact your nearest Qatar Airways office to request bassinet seats. Please note that the maximum body weight of the infant should not exceed 11 kgs (24 Lbs) and the age must not exceed 24 months. Additionally, the infant must fit within the confines of the baby bassinet. *Bassinets are not available in the First Class cabin on-board the Airbus 380.  To check availability of a Bassinet position seat on a specific aircraft and within a particular cabin, please contact the nearest Qatar Airways office.   

Ryanair Bassinets

According to the Ryanair website , bassinets are not available on Ryanair flights, but they do have a number of seating options for infants, including an “Infant Comfort” seat where baby is required to be held during taxi, takeoff, and landing, but may occupy the additional seat (without a car seat or restraint) during the flight.

Singapore Airlines Bassinets

From the Singapore Airlines website :

Bassinet seats in Premium Economy and Economy Class are reserved for passengers with infants, on a first-come-first-served basis. Each bassinet measures at 768mm (L) x 298mm (W) x 158mm (H), and can support a maximum weight of 14kg. If you have a Scoot flight in your itinerary, please note that  bassinets  are not provided on board Scoot flights.​

South African Airways Bassinets

From South African Airways’ website :

The use of a baby bassinet is restricted by the infant size and weight. Infants not exceeding 10kg and 75cm are eligible for a baby bassinet, subject to availability. We highly recommend eligible customers reserve a bassinet at their earliest convenience, by calling their  nearest SAA office . At a bulkhead seat, a cabin crew member can help to position a baby bassinet after take-off, once the seat belt signs have been switched off. The crew member will be required to confirm the age, weight and length of the infant prior to bringing the bassinet, to ensure the safety of the infant. A bassinet cannot be used during take-off and landing and can only be used during the flight when the seat belt signs are off. If the seat belt signs are illuminated, the infant must be removed from the bassinet.

Southwest Airplane Bassinets

Southwest does not offer bassinets on any of their flights but, according to their website , they offer a number of infant seating options (including infant fares) and flying Southwest with a baby is typically a more welcoming experience.

SriLankan Airlines Bassinets

From the SriLankan Airlines website :

Depending on the type of aircraft operating the flight, there is a limited number of bassinets available on board. You can order a bassinet through our  Global Contact Center or at your nearest ticket office . Bassinets will be provided based on the below criteria For the infants who are still not able to sit up unassisted. For infants who weigh above, 16kg bassinets cannot be provided. The infant should be able to fit into the bassinet. The legs should not be extending out of the bassinet. (our bassinet size is approximately 24” X 12” X 8”). When in use, the Infant shall be secured using the bassinet restraints. The bassinet shall not be fixed during taxi, take-off, and landing. For safety reasons, they can only be used once the aircraft is airborne and seat belt signs have been switched off. If the aircraft experiences turbulence and the seatbelt signs have been switched on, infants must be removed from the bassinet and secured on their adult’s lap using the infant seat belt.

Sunwing Airplane Bassinets

Sunwing does not offer bassinets on any of their flights. However, for a charter, flying Sunwing with a baby is a pretty decent experience.

SWISS Airplane Bassinets

From the SWISS website :

Baby bassinets are available in all flight classes on long-haul flights and in Business Class on European flights. They are approved for babies of up to 8 months and weighing a maximum of 11 kg. The number of cots is limited, so please be sure to contact our  ​ Service Center  in good time.

TAP Portugal Airplane Bassinets

From TAP’s website :

You can ask us to provide a cot if you are travelling with a baby. This service is free only on TAP-operated flights. The following rules apply for the use of cots: They are only available on long-haul flights (except in the Executive Class of the A339) and Executive Class of some medium-haul aircraft; The baby must not weigh more than 11kg/24lbs and the baby must be no more than 12 months old; The cot dimensions are 75cm / 29 in long by 34 cm / 13 in wide and 22.4 cm / 8.8 in high; The baby must always fit comfortably inside the cot; The cot can never be used during take-off/landing and during periods of turbulence; There are designated seats on the aircraft for cots and their number is limited. Therefore, please inform us when booking of all the flights on which the infant needs a cot; The number of seats available for cots varies from one type of aircraft to another and if there is availability. This information is immediate and it will be confirmed when you book; Each adult may take only one baby.

Thai Airways Bassinets

From the Thai Airways website :

The Bassinet for babies less than 6 months of age, weighing less than 10 kg and not exceeding 62 67 cm in length.

Thomas Cook Airlines Bassinets

Thomas Cook Airlines does not offer bassinets or carrycots on their website , and a lap infant’s fare is 10% of an adult’s.

TUI Airways Bassinets

TUI does not offer bassinets or cots on any of their flights, including long-haul destinations.

Turkish Airlines Bassinets

Strangely, Turkish Airlines is very vague on whether or not they offer bassinets, despite there being a picture of one on their website . does not offer bassinets or special infant seats on their flights. However, according to their website , you can request a flight attendant to be a “carer” to assist you during the flight.

United Airplane Bassinets

From United’s website :

We provide free onboard bassinets in United Polaris® business class and in Economy on some international flights. They can be used anytime during the flight when the seatbelt sign is off.  Contact us  to request yours.

Virgin Atlantic Bassinets

From Virgin Atlantic’s website :

All cots/bassinets need to be pre-booked before your flight. You will need to speak to our contact centre to pre-book a cot/bassinet. This is because each of our aircraft carries a limited number of cots/bassinets, so we need to check the availability before pre-booking one. • If you already have a booking, please log in to ‘ My Booking ’ where you can speak to an advisor via web messaging. • If you have not yet made your booking and wish to check the cot/bassinet availability before you book, please  Contact Us   by telephone. When a sky cot/bassinet has been pre-booked, seat numbers will be assigned by the airport on the day of departure. When a sky cot/bassinet has been pre-booked, seat numbers will be assigned by the airport on the day of departure. Refer to the tables below to help you understand cots for your baby or infant. Economy and Premium sky cots Boeing 787-9, Airbus A330 and Airbus A350 Dimensions 28.6cm wide x 72.7cm long (11.25” wide x 28.6” long) Maximum weight of baby 11kg (24.25lb) Maximum height of baby 760mm (30”) Upper Class sky cots Boeing 787-9, Airbus A330 and Airbus A350 Dimensions 35cm wide x 24cm deep x 76cm long (13.8” wide x 9.4” deep x 29.9” long) Maximum weight of baby 11kg (24.25lb) Maximum height of baby 750mm (29.5”)

Virgin Australia Bassinets

From Virgin Australia’s website :

Bassinets are available onboard all our international long haul flights and on domestic flights operated by A330 aircraft, subject to availability. Our bassinets are designed for use by one infant at a time and size and weight restrictions apply.  Bassinets are limited, so please request a bassinet for your infant at the time of booking. Pre-allocation of bassinets is on a first come, first served basis. Please contact our Guest Contact Centre to request a bassinet.

Westjet Airplane Bassinets

There are airplane bassinets on WestJet ‘s 787-9 aircraft only. Request a bassinet when booking your flight or go to any WestJet counter at the airport. The infant must be a maximum of 9 kilograms/25lbs, a maximum length of 66cm/26 in., and unable to sit upright unassisted.

Westjet is a pretty baby-friendly airline

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7 Responses to A Complete Guide to Booking and Using an Airplane Bassinet

Thank you so much!! 😉

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Super helpful! Thank you for the detailed info.

Hey, Hi, I really enjoy your article. Very informative and useful content here. Thank u so much for the great tips. Keep sharing like this.

Hi! I only read about the bassinets on lufthansa and Turkish airlines and the information on both was incorrect. Turkish does offer bassinets and the size of Lufthansa’s bassinets is much smaller than you have listed.

Thanks, Mimi — I went through and updated the post. The information is only as accurate as what the airlines share. Thanks again!

Really great article!! We only ever flew in US so never got to use the bassinet, but I used to dream of it as I’d usually be travelling alone with a tiny baby. I’d definitely be pinning this

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British Airways’ Seating Policy Explained

Our guide to selecting a seat on British Airways operated flights and when you can select a seat for free or for a charge.

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If there’s one subject that can cause more angst before a flight than anything else, it’s seating.

Once upon a time, seat selection was largely confined expressing a preference for a window or an aisle seat. If you were lucky at the check-in desk you might score an exit row.

With the proliferation of online seat maps and third party reviews, it’s now fruitful ground for airlines to harvest revenue. Some passengers can live in blissful ignorance about where they will be seated. Others can’t bear it.

This is an attempt to explain BA’s seating policy. The whole subject is worthy of a PhD thesis. It is based on BA’s own published seating policy, as well as personal experience, anecdote, and a degree of suppoistion.

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BA’s seat selection policy in context

It’s complicated to explain. This because the policy is a patchwork that has been progressively modified for more than ten years according to changing, and often conflicting, priorities:

a) To encourage the use of online check-in before getting to the airport b) To reward/incentivise Silver & Gold members of the BA Executive Club c) To raise revenue from seat selecton fees d) To create a new tier of “basic” economy fares with relatively limited options

Why do airlines charge for seating?

Put simply, extra revenue.

It is the “sweet spot” of ancillary revenues for airlines. Bar the initial IT expense, it costs nothing for airlines to provide. All those extra fees go straight to the bottom line.

BA’s policy in very simple terms..

Silver and Gold Executive Club card holders can choose a seat for free at the time of booking. However, some seats are restricted to Gold card holders until 72 hours before departure or when online check-in opens 24 hours before departure.

Bronze Executive Club card holders can choose a seat for free 7 days before departure.

Blue Executive Club card holders and non-members can choose a seat for free when online check-in opens if you have not already paid for a seat. The main exceptions are “basic” economy fares where, unless you are prepared to pay for a seat, it will be allocated for you.

Oneworld Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald frequent flyers also benefit from the above privileges.

On long-haul flights prices start from around £20 one way in World Traveller. Here is an example seat map for BA flight from London Heathrow to New York JFK to show indicative pricing:

You can check/change your seat at any time using the Manage My booking tool on ba.com. Unlike many North American airlines BA does not offer previews of seat maps before selecting flights. However, if you are required to pay for a seat you should be able to see the seat map before completing your booking.

There are a also lot of nuances according to ticket type and cabin:

First Class

All passengers travelling in First Class can reserve a seat for free at the time of booking.

However, seats 1A and 1K are blocked for Gold cardholders until 72 hours before departure.

One thing unique to BA is that it does charge (from more than £60 one way) for seat assignments in its Club World long-haul business class cabin.

Whilst this has long been seen as egregious gouging, BA has got away with this for nearly ten years, so it is unlikely to change soon.

Club Europe / Euro Traveller

BA uses convertible seating in its short-haul business class Club Europe to allow it to match the size of the cabin to demand.

The exact number of rows in Club Europe is determined 72 hours before departure, so the seat maps for both Club Europe and Euro Traveller will change at this time.

Corporate Agreements

If your employer has a corporate agreement with BA it is possible that when booking through your corporate travel agent you may benefit from enhanced seating privileges such as free seat selection at booking regardless of frequent flyer status.

Flexible Fares

Flexible fares offer enhanced seat selection privileges.

Fully flexible fares which carry names such as “Flexible Economy” allow free seat selection at the time of booking. Semi-flexible fares on short-haul routes which carry names such as “Economy Plus” allow free seat selection 48 hours before departure.

“Basic” Fares

“Basic Economy” short-haul and long-haul fares have restricted seat selection privileges.

Unless you choose to pay for a seat, this will be selected for you by the airline. This does not apply to Bronze, Silver and Gold card holders.

Exit Row Seats

Gold card holders can select exit row seats at the time of booking.

These seats are also available for purchase in advance at the time of booking. Silver and Bronze card holders can only select these seats for free when online check-in opens.

If you are travelling with an infant (under 2 years), you should be able to choose a seat for free at the time of booking.

Otherwise, if you haven’t already reserved a seat in advance, BA should endeavour to seat your family together at around 72 hours before departure. The only assurance BA provides is that children under 12 years will be seated next to an adult in the booking. There is detailed guidance for families on ba.com

Bassinet Seats

Bassinet seats are blocked for families.

These should become available to select at around 72 hours before departure. When online check-in opens these seats are available for all to select.

Passengers with disabilities / medical conditions

Passengers with specific seating requirements because of a disability can reserve a seat for free in advance.

It is strongly recommended that any arrangements for assistance such as transport to and from the aircraft gate are made well in advance. Full details on assistance for passengers with disabilities is on ba.com

If you have a medical condition such as a leg in a half or full plaster cast you will need to check with BA in advance as its ability to accommodate passengers varies by cabin. In some cabins you may be required to purchase an extra seat to elevate your leg after take-off as the airline will not allow injured legs in the aisle.

From experience, passengers with a leg in a plaster cast may be upgraded on board the aircraft. However, this is solely within the discretion of the senior crew member and may happen before take-off or later in the flight after the first meal service.

Extra Seats

Although not widely publicised you can purchase an extra seat for comfort.

You need to do this by phone. The cost will be your fare (before taxes), subject to a minimum charge of £40 on short-haul and £300 on long-haul.

Passngers travelling on the same flight under different bookings

For Gold card holders BA offers a facility known as “Total Complete Party”.

This allows a Gold card holder to link their booking to a separate booking by another passenger in the same cabin so that all passengers can benefit from free seat selection. You have to call BA to do this.

Seat Blocking

There is no official published policy on seat-blocking.

However, anecdotally it does happen. Some seats on short-haul aircraft such as Row 1 in Club Europe and possibly some front row seats in EuroTraveller may be blocked for selection by Gold cardholders. This does not necessarily mean they won’t be occupied in flight.

Should I pay for a seat?

This is obviously subjective.

For short-haul, it probably isn’t worth it. For long-haul, it probably is, for the benefit of certainty and not having to think about it again.

One key thing to bear in mind is that the number of passengers eligible to choose a seat for free in advance of check-in will vary widely by route.

A “trunk” route like London Heathrow – New York JFK will have a high proportion of Silver and Gold Executive Club card holders (and American Airlines equivalents) eligible for a free seat assignment, particularly in Club World. Also, not all passengers check-in online at the same time. Connecting passengers will be able to select seats for all flights in their booking, many hours before passengers travelling direct.

Selecting a seat during online check-in

If you want to change your seat when checking in online, be very careful to avoid a “fat finger” mistake and complete the check-in process without changing your seat – it’s easier to do it on a computer rather than your smartphone. Once you have retrieved your boarding pass you cannot change your seat online.

BA changing your seat

BA can and will change your seat before departure.

The most likely reason is a change of aircraft or a known issue with your seat that cannot be fixed before departure.

From experience, BA will proactively notify you by e-mail of a seat change more than 48 hours before departure. If your seat is changed less than 48 hours before departure by the airport, you won’t be proactively notified. However, the new seat will show in the BA app on your smartphone.

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What Are Bassinet Seats | Ultimate Guide To Bassinet Seats On Planes

Flying with an infant is not an easy task. You have to take care of so many things that it ruins the fun of your flight. However, a bassinet seat can solve most of the problems.

But What Are Bassinet Seats?

Bassinet seats are special seats that have a detachable crib attached to the wall. Many airlines provide bassinet seats for free, some charge money and some do not provide the facility. 

Let’s see airlines’ policy on bassinet seats, how bassinet seats stand against car seats and more.

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• 1 What Are Bassinet Seats?
• 2 Benefits of Bassinet Seats
• 3 Requirements and Limitations of Bassinet Seats
• 4 How To Book Bassinet Seats
• 5 Which Airlines Offer Bassinets?
• 6 Airline Bassinet Policies
• 7 Car Seat vs Bassinet
• 8 Tips for Using Bassinet Seats
• 9 Frequently Asked Questions
• 10 Wrapping Up

What Are Bassinet Seats?

Bassinet seats are special seats on an airplane with a small bed attached to the wall in front of them. These beds are also called sky cots, baskets, or cradles. You will see them mostly on international flights, a comfortable space for your baby to sleep, eat, and play .

Why bassinet seats are so special is that it allows your baby to lie flat during the flight, which regular airplane seats cannot offer. 

However, not all bassinet seats are created equal. Their size and weight limits can differ among airlines, typically accommodating infants up to 8 months old and around 25 pounds.

A unique facet of bassinet seats is their availability. The airlines always say that the bassinet seats cannot be guaranteed. Some provide first come first served service. So, inquire about them while booking your tickets.

Did you know: Bassinet seats were first introduced by British Airways in 1972.

Benefits of Bassinet Seats

If you are on a long flight, a bassinet stroller will definitely save your day. But questions should be asked. Why use bassinet seats? Are they any good?

The benefits of the bassinet seats will definitely change your mind.

• Bassinet seats offer a space for your baby to lie flat, sleep, or play. 
• Bassinet seat frees up your hands, letting you relax.
• Bassinets are secured to the bulkhead wall and equipped with a secure harness system.
• They’re right in front of you, so you can easily keep an eye on your baby.
• Bassinet seats are provided free of charge or for a nominal fee mostly.

Requirements and Limitations of Bassinet Seats

You now know how important bassinet seats can be during your long flight and you are taking your baby with you. But before you book your bassinet seat for your next flight be aware of these requirements and limitations.

• Bassinet seats are not automatically assigned to passengers traveling with infants. You need to request them either at the time of booking, online, by phone, or at the airport. 
• You need to meet the weight, length, and age limits. Bassinets are typically designed for infants up to 8 months old and around 25 pounds. These limits may vary among airlines, so it’s essential to confirm these details when booking.
• You need to sit in a bulkhead row. Bassinet seats are usually located in the bulkhead rows, which are the rows behind the partition wall that separates different sections of the plane. 
• You need to remove your child from the bassinet during takeoff, landing, and turbulence. 

How To Book Bassinet Seats

If you want to use a bassinet seat for your next flight with your baby or toddler, you need to book it in advance or at the airport. Bassinet seats are not automatically assigned to you if you are traveling with your infants.  

You can book them online, By Phone, Through a Travel Agent, or At the Airport. Check their availability as they run out pretty quickly.

So, here are some ways to book a bassinet seat:

Some airlines allow you to request a bassinet seat online when you book your flight on their website. You can do this in the passenger details section or the seat selection section. 

Some airlines require you to request a bassinet seat by phone when you book your flight or after you book your flight. You can do this by calling the customer service of the airline or reservation center. 

Through a Travel Agent

Some airlines allow you to request a bassinet seat through a travel agent when you book your flight. You can do this by telling your travel agent that you need a bassinet seat and giving them some information about your child.

At the Airport

Some airlines allow you to request a bassinet seat at the airport when you check in or at the gate. You can do this by asking the check-in staff or the gate staff if they have any available bassinet seats and giving them some information about your child.

Which Airlines Offer Bassinets?

Many airlines offer you a bassinet seat onboard while some don’t. I have included the availability of bassinet seats on 65 of the best airlines, along with information on how to reserve one, to end your hassle.

Read More: How To Choose A Baby Bassinet

Airline Bassinet Policies

Each airline has different policies for bassinet seats. Airlines provide bassinet seats according to the different ages and weights of your baby. Some airlines do not have bassinet seats on all of their flights. Let’s see more about it-

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines provides infant seats for infants and children up to 2 years old and up to 27 kg (59.5 lbs) on their Airbus A320, Airbus A321, Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737-900. Your infant seat must not exceed 40 cm x 40 cm (15.7 inches x 15.7 inches) at the bottom.  Infant seats are available on all Aegean Airlines aircraft.

Aeroflot offers baby bassinets for infants under 1 year old and up to 11 kg (24.3 lbs). The bassinet size must be 75 cm x 30 cm x 15 cm (29.5 inches x 11.8 inches x 5.9 inches). You must request the bassinet at least 36 hours before departure. 

The bassinet can only be installed in the first row seats of each cabin class. They provide baby bassinets free of charge on long-haul flights operated by Boeing 777, Airbus A330, Airbus A350, and Boeing 737 aircraft.

Aero Mexico

They provide baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). The bassinet size should be 71 cm x 31 cm x 26 cm (28 inches x 12.2 inches x 10.2 inches). Request the bassinet at least 48 hours before departure. 

The bassinet can only be installed on certain seats in the first row of each cabin class of their Boeing 787 and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

Under 12 months old, up to 12 kg (26.5 lbs) baby can get a bassinet in Air Canada and the bassinet size should be 76 cm x 38 cm x 20 cm (30 inches x 15 inches x 8 inches). 

They offer baby bassinets on most international flights operated by Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A330-300, and Airbus A321-200LR aircraft.

Air France provides baby bassinets for infants up to 10 kg (22 lbs) and under 10 months old. The bassinet is 70 cm x 30 cm x 15 cm (27.6 in x 11.8 in x 5.9 in). 

Bassinet seats are available on all long-haul flights offered by Air France on Boeing 777, Boeing 787, Airbus A380, and Airbus A330 aircraft.

Air India provides baby bassinets for children under 2 and up to 11 kg (24.3 lbs). Request the bassinet 48 hours before departure. The bassinet can only be put on specified seats in the first row of each cabin class. 

They offer free baby bassinets on long-haul Boeing 777, Boeing 787, Airbus A330, and Airbus A350 flights.

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand provides baby bassinets for infants under 8 months old and up to 11.8 kg (26 lbs). The bassinet size is 75 cm x 34 cm x 22.5 cm (29.5 inches x 13.4 inches x 8.9 inches). 

You can request the bassinet seat at the time of booking and is subject to availability. They offer baby bassinets on most international flights operated by Boeing 777-200, Boeing 777-300, Boeing 787-9, and Airbus A320 aircraft.

Alitalia offers baby bassinets for infants under 10 months old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). Alitalia provides baby bassinets on all long-haul flights operated by Boeing 777 and Airbus A330 aircraft. 

American Airlines

American Airlines provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 9 kg (20 lbs). The bassinet size is 75 x 33 x 22 cm (29.5 x 13 x 8.8 inches). Bassinets are not reserved in advance and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

The bassinet can only be installed on certain seats in the first row of each cabin class. American Airlines knows that traveling with a baby can be challenging, but also rewarding. 

They offer baby bassinets as a courtesy service on international flights operated by Boeing 777-200, Boeing 777-300, Boeing 787-8, Boeing 787-9, and Airbus A330-200 aircraft.

ANA (All Nippon Airways)

ANA provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). Bassinet seats must be reserved by telephone at least 48 hours in advance of departure. 

Note: Bassinet seats are not available in First Class of All Nippon Airways. 

They provide baby bassinets on all international flights operated by Boeing 777, Boeing 787, Boeing 767, Airbus A380, and Airbus A320 aircraft.

British Airways

British Airways provides baby bassinets and child seats for infants under 2 years old and up to 12.5 kg (27.5 lbs). Bassinet seats are not guaranteed, and availability is subject to change. If a bassinet is not available for your flight, British Airways will offer you a refund or a travel voucher.

Brussels Airlines

Brussels Airlines offers baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). The bassinet size is not specified on the website. Bassinets must be booked in advance via the Brussels Airlines Service Centre. 

A seat reservation fee will be charged, as this service is only available if a seat in the first row is reserved. They provide baby bassinets on all long-haul flights operated by Airbus A330 aircraft. 

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 12 kg (26.5 lbs). The bassinet size is 76 cm x 38 cm x 20 cm (30 inches x 15 inches x 8 inches). The bassinet must be requested at the time of booking. 

Bassinets are chargeable. They offer baby bassinets on most international flights operated by Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 777-200, Airbus A350-900, Airbus A350-1000, and Airbus A330-300.

China Airlines

China Airlines offers baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). The bassinet size is not specified on the website. The bassinet must be requested at least 48 hours before departure. 

To request a bassinet, you can do so when you book your flight or by contacting China Airlines customer service. Bassinets are available on all China Airlines flights except the A321neo.

China Eastern Airlines

China Eastern Airlines provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 11 kg (24.3 lbs). Bassinets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and must be requested in advance. The bassinet must be secured to the aircraft with a safety belt. 

They provide baby bassinets on all long-haul flights operated by Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A350-900, Airbus A330-200 and Airbus A330-300 aircraft. 

China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines offers baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 12 kg (26.5 lbs). 

Reservations for bassinets must be made at least 24 hours in advance of departure. You can make a reservation by calling China Southern Airlines customer service or by visiting the airline’s website. 

They offer baby bassinets on most international flights operated by Boeing 787-8, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A380-800, and Airbus A330-300. The bassinets are located at the bulkhead of the Economy Class and Premium Economy Class cabins.

Delta Airlines

Delta Airlines offers baby bassinets, also known as SkyCots, for infants under 2 years old and up to 9 kg (20 lbs). The bassinet size is 66 cm x 38 cm x 20 cm (26 inches x 15 inches x 8 inches). 

They provide baby bassinets free of charge on some international flights operated by Boeing 777-200LR, Boeing 767-400ER, Boeing 767-300ER, and Airbus A330-300 aircraft.

EasyJet does not provide baby bassinets on board. That means you must take your infant on the lap or in an approved car seat.

Emirates provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 11 kg (24 lbs). In Business Class and Economy Class, the bassinet is 29.5 in x 13 in x 5 in (74.93 x 33.03 x 16.51 cm). 

They offer baby bassinets on most international flights operated by Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft.

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines offers baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). Bassinet seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

They provide baby bassinets on all long-haul flights operated by Boeing 787-8, Boeing 787-9, Boeing 777-200LR, Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900 and Airbus A350-1000 aircraft.

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways provides baby bassinets for infants under 10 months old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). Bassinets are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Etihad Airways provides baby bassinets on all long-haul flights operated by Boeing 787-9, and Airbus A330-200 aircraft. 

Eurowings does not provide baby bassinets on board. Infants under 2 years old must travel on the lap of an adult or in an approved car seat that fits within the dimensions of a standard seat. 

The car seat must be secured with the cabin seat belt and cannot be placed in an exit row or bulkhead seat. Eurowings offers a reduced fare for infants traveling on a lap or in a car seat. 

EVA Air offers baby bassinets for infants in  Economy Class and Premium Economy Class up to approximately 8 months of age and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). You can reserve your bassinet seat by contacting EVA Air customer service. They provide baby bassinets free of charge aboard all EVA Air aircraft. 

Finnair provides onboard baby bassinets in Economy Class for infants under 2 years old and up to 11 kg (24 lbs). The bassinet must be requested at the time of booking. 

Once you have reserved a bassinet seat, you will need to bring your own bassinet sheet. They offer baby bassinets on all long-haul flights. 

Flydubai does not provide baby bassinets on board. Infants under 2 years old must travel on the lap or in an approved car seat that fits within the standard seat. 

Flydubai offers a reduced fare for infants traveling on lap or in a car seat.

Garuda Indonesia

Garuda Indonesia offers baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 9 kg (20 lbs). The bassinet size is not specified on the website. You must request the bassinet at least 48 hours before departure.  All long-haul flights of Garuda Indonesia are equipped with bassinet seats.

Gulf Air provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). The bassinet size is  26 inches long. The bassinet must be requested at least 24 hours before departure if available. All long-haul flights are equipped with bassinet seats. 

Hainan Airlines

Hainan Airlines provides baby bassinets for infants under the age of two and weighing up to 11 kg (24 lbs). The bassinet is subject to availability and must be booked at least 48 hours before travel. On all long hauls operated by the Boeing 787-8, Boeing 787-9, Boeing 787-10, Airbus A330-200, Airbus A330-300, and Airbus A350-900, baby bassinets are provided. 

Hawaiian Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines provides bassinet seats onboard for infants under the age of 2 who weigh less than 20 pounds. However, bassinets are not available on all flights, and they must be requested in advance. 

To request a bassinet seat, you can call Hawaiian Airlines Reservations at 1-800-367-5320.

Iberia Airlines

Iberia Airlines offers baby bassinets for infants under the age of two and weighing up to 11 kg (24 lbs). The size of the bassinet is 30 inches x 11.7 inches x 6 inches. You must ask the bassinet at the time of booking.

Icelandair fails to offer onboard infant bassinets. Infants under the age of two must ride on an adult’s lap or in a granted car seat which fits in the conventional seat. The car seat must be belted in. 

IndiGo Airlines does not offer bassinet seats on their flights. However, you can bring your own portable bassinet that meets the 30 inches x 11.7 inches x 6 inches, maximum of 30 pounds

Your child must be under the age of 2 years old, and cannot weigh more than 9 kg (20 lbs). There is only one bassinet per row, so you will need to book your flight early to ensure that there is a bassinet available.

Japan Airlines (JAL)

Japan Airlines (JAL) provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). The JAL bassinet seat size is 72 cm (28.3 in) long, 30 cm (11.8 in) wide, and 15 cm (5.9 in) deep. Advanced reservations are required. 

There is only one bassinet per row. So, if you are traveling with more than one infant, you will need to reserve multiple seats. 

They offer baby bassinets on most international flights operated by Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 777-200ER, Boeing 787-9, Boeing 787-8, Boeing 767-300ER, and Airbus A350-900 aircraft. 

Read More: Is It Safe To Use An Old Bassinet?

JetBlue does not offer bassinets on its flights. However, JetBlue does allow lap infants on its flights. Lap infants must be under 2 years old and must not exceed 20 pounds. There is no charge for lap infants, but they must be seated on the lap of an adult passenger.

If you bring a car seat then, the car seat must be FAA-approved and must meet the size and weight requirements of the aircraft. The car seat must be installed in the window seat.

Jetstar Airways

The bassinet size is 30 inches x 11.7 inches x 6 inches, and it can accommodate infants up to 30 pounds. Bassinets can only be requested for infants traveling without an allocated seat.

To request a bassinet, you must contact Jetstar as early as possible as they have a very limited number of bassinets available. You can do this by calling their customer service line or by submitting a request online.

They only have bassinets fitted on Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft operating on international flights. Bassinets are not available on Boeing 787 aircraft on domestic flights. 

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines provides baby bassinets for infants under 10 months old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). The size of the bassinet seat on KLM Royal Dutch Airlines flights is 30 inches by 11.7 inches by 6 inches. This is the standard size for bassinets on most airlines. 

Bassinets are available on all intercontinental flights. You can reserve a bassinet when you book your flight or by contacting KLM customer service. Remember, bassinets are only available in Economy Class.

Korean Air offers baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 11 kg (24 lbs). The bassinet size is 75 cm x 34 cm x 22.4 cm (29.5 inches x 13.4 inches x 8.8 inches). 

The bassinet can be installed in front of the bulkhead in Economy Class or in the forward galley in Business Class. You can request the bassinet at the time of booking or at least 48 hours before departure and is subject to availability. 

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). The bassinets are approximately 75 cm x 34 cm x 22 cm / 30 in x 13 in x 8.5 in. They offer baby bassinets on most international flights operated by Boeing 787-8, Boeing 787-9, Boeing 767-300ER, Airbus A350-900 and Airbus A321 aircraft. Be aware, bassinets are not available in Premium Economy or Business Class.

Lufthansa offers baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and under 11 kg in economy class. The bassinet’s size is 29 inches (73.66 cm) x 13.5 inches (34.29 cm). 

You can book the bassinet at least 52 hours before departure and a seat reservation fee may apply for the seat with the bassinet. The bassinet is not available in all cabin classes.

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 12 kg (26 lbs). The bassinet size is 30 inches by 11.7 inches by 6 inches. 

Once you have booked a bassinet seat, you will need to bring your own bassinet insert. Malaysia Airlines does not provide bassinet inserts. These are some of the facts you might want to take a look at:

• Bassinet seats are not available on all flights.
• Bassinet seats are not available on flights that are less than three hours long.

Norwegian Air

Bassinets are available on all Norwegian Air flights. Bassinets are free of charge for infants under the age of 2 years. 

The bassinet must fit in the space between the seats, which is 55 x 35 x 20 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 7.9 in). Reserve your bassinet at the time of ticket booking online.

Oman Air offers baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). bassinet seat size is 57 cm x 34 cm x 17 cm (22.44″ x 13.39″ x 6.69″). To reserve a bassinet seat, you must contact Oman Air at least 24 hours before your flight.

Note that the bassinet is not available on all Oman Air flights. Only Boeing 787-8, Boeing 787-9, Boeing 737 MAX, Airbus A330-300, and Airbus A330-200 aircraft provide the bassinet facility. 

Peach Aviation

Infants must be under the age of 2 and weigh less than 11kg (24.2 lbs) to use a bassinet seat Peach Aviation. The bassinet seat size on the flights is 29 inches (73.66 cm) x 13.5 inches (34.29 cm). 

To reserve a bassinet seat, you must contact Peach Aviation customer service at least 24 hours before your flight. No charge for using a bassinet seat, but you will need to purchase a ticket for your infant.

Philippine Airlines

Philippine Airlines offers baby bassinets for infants under 6 months old and up to 11 kg (24 lbs). The onboard bassinet size is bassinet seat size is 70 cm and 30 cm. You can book a bassinet seat when you book your flight or by calling Philippine Airlines customer service three hours before the flight. 

They provide baby bassinets on all flights with a flying time of 3 hours or more, except on Airbus A320, A321, Bombardier Q300, and Q400 aircraft.

Qantas provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 11 kg (24 lbs) in First, Business, and Premium Economy Class. The bassinet size is not specified on the website. You can get your bassinet seat reservation online, by calling Qantas Reservations, or by visiting a Qantas Airport Check-in Desk.

They offer baby bassinets on most international flights operated by Airbus A380, Airbus A330, Boeing 787-9, and Boeing 747-400 aircraft. 

Qatar Airways

Bassinets are available for infants under the age of 24 months and weighing less than 11 kg (24 lbs). The bassinet size is 30.2 x 11.7 x 6.2 inches (76.8cm x 29.8cm x 15.8cm). 

To request a bassinet seat, you can do so online, by calling Qatar Airways customer service, or by visiting your nearest Qatar Airways office. 

They provide baby bassinets on all long-haul flights operated by Airbus A380, Airbus A350, Airbus A330, Boeing 777, and Boeing 787 aircraft. 

Royal Air Maroc

Royal Air Maroc provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs) for a fee. The bassinet size is 76 cm x 33 cm x 20 cm (29.92 in x 13 in x 7.87 in). 

Royal Air Maroc makes traveling with a baby easier by providing baby bassinets on all long-haul flights operated by Boeing 787-8, Boeing 787-9, and Boeing 767-300ER aircraft. 

If you are traveling with a baby, you should also bring a pram or stroller . You can check your pram or stroller at the airport, or you can take it with you on the plane and store it in the overhead bin.

Royal Brunei Airlines

Royal Brunei Airlines offers baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs) in an Economy Class cabin. The bassinet size is approximately 30 inches by 12 inches by 6 inches. 

Here are some of the Royal Brunei Airlines bassinet seat locations:

• A320neo: Rows 10 and 11
• B787-8: Rows 10 and 11
• B787-9: Rows 10 and 11

Baby bassinets are not available onboard Ryanair flights. Infants younger than 2 years old must sit on the lap of an adult or in an approved car seat that fits in the airplane seats. Infants traveling in a car seat or on a lap are eligible for a discounted rate from Ryanair. 

SAS Scandinavian Airlines

SAS Scandinavian Airlines provides baby bassinets for infants under 9 months old and up to 11 kg (24 lbs). The bassinet size is seat size is 72 cm (28 in). 

If your baby is too big for the onboard bassinet, you can request a child safety seat. They charge an additional fee for this.

They offer baby bassinets on most international flights operated by Airbus A330, Airbus A340, and Airbus A350 aircraft.

Saudi Arabian Airlines

On advance request, Saudia provides baby infant seats for long flights under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). Request at least 48 hours in advance of your flight to request an infant seat.

Scoot does not provide baby bassinets on board. Your infant must be at least 8 days old to travel and must travel with an accompanying adult who is at least 18 years old. 

If you would like to request a bassinet seat for your infant, you can do so by contacting Scoot customer service. The cost of a bassinet seat is the same as the cost of a regular seat and they are not available on all flights.

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 14 kg (30 lbs) Premium Economy and Economy Class on a first-come-first-served basis. The bassinet size is 76.8cm x 29.8cm x 15.8cm (30.76in x 11.96in x 6in). 

You can request a bassinet seat through Singapore Airlines’ website, call center, or travel agent. They offer baby bassinets on all Airbus A380 and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.

South African Airways

Bassinets are available on all long-haul flights and select short-haul flights. South African Airways offers baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). The bassinet size is 30 in x 11.7 in x 6 inches. 

To book a bassinet seat, you can do so online, by calling SAA customer service, or by visiting an SAA ticket office. SAA bassinet seats are located in the bulkhead rows of the economy cabin. 

Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines does not provide baby bassinets on board. However, you can bring your own portable bassinet that must be FAA-approved and certified for use in aircraft.

You can bring your portable bassinet on board for free, but you must reserve a bassinet space in advance by calling Southwest Airlines customer service at 1-800-435-9792.

Sri Lankan Airlines

Bassinets are available on all Sri Lankan Airlines flights, but only on certain aircraft for infants under 2 years old and weigh less than 16 kg (35.27 lbs). 

Once you have booked a bassinet seat, you will need to check in online at least 24 hours before your flight. This will allow you to select your bassinet seat and print your boarding pass.

On the day of your flight, you will need to present your boarding pass and your infant’s passport to the check-in counter. The cabin crew will then set up your bassinet for you. Remember bassinets are only available in Economy Class.

Swiss International Air Lines

SWISS offers bassinet seats for infants under 8 months old and weighing less than 11 kg (24.2 lbs). Bassinet seats are available on all long-haul flights and in Business Class on European flights. The bassinet seat size on Swiss International Air Lines is 30 inches x 11.7 inches x 6 inches.

The steps on how to book a bassinet seat on SWISS:

• Go to the SWISS website and enter your travel information.
• Select the “Book a bassinet” checkbox.
• Select the number of bassinets you need.
• Enter your baby’s date of birth and weight.
• Review your booking and click “Book”.

Thai Airways

Thai Airways provides baby bassinets for infants under 6 months old and up to 10 kg (22 lbs). The bassinet size is 62-67 cm (24.4-26.4 inches) in length. The bassinet must be requested at the time of booking or at least 48 hours before departure. They provide baby bassinets on all flights.

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines offers baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 11 kg (24 lbs). The bassinet size is 75cm x 34cm. The bassinet must be requested at the time of booking or at least 24 hours before departure and is subject to availability. 

They offer baby bassinets on most international flights operated by Airbus A330, Airbus A340, Boeing 777, and Boeing 787 aircraft. 

United Airlines

United Airlines provides bassinet seats for free on select international flights in business class and in Economy. Bassinets are designed and can be used only for infants weighing less than 24.2 lbs. To request a bassinet, you can call 1-800-864-8331.

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic provides baby bassinets for infants under 2 years old and up to 9 kg (20 lbs). The bassinet size is not specified on the website. You must contact Virgin Atlantic’s customer service department at least 48 hours before your flight. 

They provide baby bassinets on all long-haul flights operated by Airbus A330, Airbus A340, Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 aircraft.

Vueling Airlines

Vueling Airlines does not provide baby bassinets on board. Infants under 2 years old must travel on the lap of an adult or in an approved car seat. 

Car Seat vs Bassinet

When you are traveling with your child, the first thing that will hit your mind is to whether book a bassinet or take your car seat. Both options come with their own pros and cons. 

Car seats are mostly known for their convenience while bassinet seats are mostly used for baby comfort.

To make the matter clearer let’s take a look at the factors:

Car seats are the safest option for children on planes, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) . They provide protection against turbulence, sudden movements, and impacts.

Bassinets are not the best option for safety. They are not secured to the seat or the wall but are attached with hooks or straps. They can detach or fall during turbulence or emergencies. That’s why you need to remove your child from the bassinet during takeoff, landing, and turbulence.

Convenience

If you’re planning to drive to your destination, bringing your own car seat can be very convenient. Many airlines allow you to use an FAA-approved car seat in the plane.

On long-haul flights, a bassinet can be a lifesaver, offering a place for your baby to sleep and play. It frees up your hands, allowing you to relax during the flight.

While car seats are secure and can be great for short-haul flights, they may not offer the level of comfort a bassinet provides on longer flights.

Bassinets allow your baby to lie flat, which is good for their comfort, especially on long flights.

Availability and Cost

If you’re using a car seat on the plane, you’ll need to purchase a separate seat for your child.

Most airlines offer bassinets free of charge or for a small fee.

Tips for Using Bassinet Seats

Bassinet seats are a simple solution to your large problem. However, some of the tips I want to share with you that I have learned over the years of using airplane bassinet seats-

• Due to their limited availability, you should request a bassinet seat as early as possible when booking your flight. Check the Dimensions of the bassinet seat also.
• Before you put your child in the bassinet, wipe it down with some disinfectant wipes or a baby-friendly cleaner.
• Carry essentials like a baby blanket, favorite toys, and necessary baby care items in your hand luggage. 
• Dress your baby in layers to keep them warm and comfortable throughout the flight.
• Always fasten the safety harness when your baby is in the bassinet and hold your baby in your lap when the seatbelt sign is illuminated.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. can my baby stay in an airplane bassinet for the whole flight.

Your baby can enjoy the comfort of an airplane bassinet during the cruise phase of the flight when the seatbelt sign is off. However, during turbulence, take-off, and landing, for safety reasons, airlines require your baby to take in your lap with a special infant seatbelt. 

2. Are Airplane Bassinets Safe?

Yes, but they are not the best for safety. During turbulence, take-off, and landing, it’s better if you take your baby into your lap.

3. Do I Need to Use an Airplane Bassinet Cover?

Using an airplane bassinet cover can be a personal choice. Some parents prefer using a cover to create a dark, quiet environment for their baby to sleep in. While it’s not a necessity, if you choose to use a cover, ensure it’s breathable to allow good airflow.

Wrapping Up

Now you know What Are Bassinet Seats, what airlines provide these onboard, and what their policies are. Though bassinet seats might not give your baby the best security onboard, they sure are the best in terms of comfort and convenience.

I have also shared some tips for using bassinet seats that will make the process smoother if you are first time using it.

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Are there bassinets onboard for my infant?

Bassinets are fitted to our  Boeing 787 ,  Airbus 380 and  Airbus 330  aircraft. They are limited in number and should be booked in advance when making your booking or via Manage Booking . There is a charge for bassinets booked in economy and no charge for premium cabins. This charge includes the seat with bassinet only. A cost may apply for any adjacent seats booked. If there are no bassinets available, then the infant may be held or travel in a Child Restraint (car seat). Additional charges will apply for travel with a Child Restraint and pre-approval is required at a minimum 24 hours before departure, please contact your local  Qantas office  to arrange approval for a Child Restraint. Visit the  travelling with children  for more information.

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Very annoying and I feel for your wife, hopefully the cabin crew will be proactive and sort something out on board.

I think your mistake was not doing on line check in and waiting until you got to the airport - reading between the line that is what you did.

I'd write a succinct letter of complaint but don't expect big compo.

Unfortunately seats are never guaranteed.

Those bassinette seats are not guaranteed. You can be bumped to make room for other needs. (Medical needs trump all).

Next time bite the bullet and by the kid a seat. Much safer then the lap/bassinette

Bassinett means the child is younger than two. And children younger than two can't sit on an own seat!

Except those babies travelling with a baby seat which needs a special IAA marking!

Yes they need a child restraint to sit on their own seat. Whats so difficult about that? Lufthansa has a list of suitable ones on their website.

Understand their was no aircraft change. However, was there a schedule change at any point. Schedule changes are worked by computer and it is quite common to have seats reassigned. Best way to prevent this is to check your seating assignment as soon as you become aware of a schedule change, no matter how minor the change is.

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United Airlines Bassinet Policy (Guide)

Traveling with infants can be a special experience, and United Airlines aims to make it as comfortable as possible. For parents looking to ensure their little one’s well-being during long flights, United Airlines provides bassinets on select aircraft and in certain classes.

United Airlines bassinets are located at the bulkhead positions, which offer more legroom and convenience for passengers. They are available in United Polaris business class on select aircraft and in United Economy on specific models. The dimensions of the bassinets are 29″ length x 11″ width x 7″ deep, providing a cozy space for infants to rest.

It’s important to note that bassinets can only be used for lap babies and are not permitted in United First or United Business class. Additionally, the weight limit for infants using the bassinet is 22 pounds (10 kg).

Key Takeaways:

• United Airlines provides bassinets on select aircraft and in specific classes.
• Bassinets are located at the bulkhead positions, offering more legroom.
• They are available in United Polaris business class and certain United Economy models.
• The dimensions of United Airlines bassinets are 29″ length x 11″ width x 7″ deep.
• Bassinets can only be used for lap babies and are not allowed in United First or United Business class.

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How to Request a Bassinet Seat on United Airlines

To ensure a comfortable journey for your infant on United Airlines, it is important to request a bassinet seat. Follow these simple steps to reserve a bassinet seat:

Step 1: Contact United Airlines

Contact the United Customer Contact Center or speak to a United representative at the airport to request a bassinet seat. They will provide you with the necessary information and assistance to make the reservation.

Step 2: Booking the Bassinet

The bassinet reservation should be made through the airline operating the flight. Provide them with your flight details, including the booking reference number, to ensure accurate processing.

Step 3: Seat Assignments

Passengers traveling with infants can request seat assignments for themselves and up to one travel companion. Specify your preference for a bassinet seat during the seat assignment process.

Step 4: Availability

Bassinets are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to availability. It is recommended to make the request as soon as possible after booking the flight to increase the chances of securing a bassinet seat for your infant.

Step 5: Confirmation

Upon successful reservation of a bassinet seat, you will receive a confirmation with the details of your seat assignment. It is important to review the information and ensure everything is in order for a seamless travel experience.

By following these steps, you can easily request a bassinet seat on United Airlines and provide your infant with a comfortable and enjoyable flight.

Note: The image above demonstrates a United Airlines bassinet seat, providing a comfortable and secure space for your infant during the flight.

United Airlines Bassinet Locations on Aircraft

Bassinets on United Airlines are typically located at the bulkhead positions, which are the partitions between cabin sections. These bulkhead positions offer more legroom, creating a comfortable space for infants and parents. The bassinets are strategically placed to provide convenience and ease of access for passengers traveling with young children.

Depending on the aircraft model, specific seat numbers are designated for bassinets. Here is a breakdown of bassinet locations on different United Airlines aircraft:

Please note that bassinets are not available in United First or United Business class. However, they can be found in United Polaris Business Class and Economy Plus on select aircraft models. This ensures that passengers traveling with infants have the option to utilize the bassinet facilities, enhancing their overall travel experience.

Having the knowledge of bassinet locations on United Airlines aircraft can help parents plan their seating arrangements and make the journey more convenient for themselves and their little ones. It is advisable to request a bassinet seat in advance to secure a spot for your infant and enjoy the added comfort during the flight.

United Airlines Infant Policy

When it comes to traveling with infants, United Airlines has specific policies in place to ensure the safety and comfort of both the child and their guardian. Here are the key details you need to know:

Age Restrictions

Infants under the age of 2 (but older than 7 days) are allowed to travel on United Airlines.

Ticket Requirements

Lap infants (children under 2 years old) are not required to have a ticket for U.S. domestic flights. However, for international flights and flights between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico , a ticket is required.

Complimentary Bassinets

In United Polaris business class and select economy routes, United provides complimentary bassinets for infants. This allows parents to have a safe and comfortable space for their little ones to sleep during the flight.

Car Seat Usage

If an infant has their own seat, an approved car seat must be used during takeoff, landing, and turbulence. The car seat should be secured to the aircraft seat and must be FAA-approved.

*Car seats are not allowed in United Polaris business class on certain aircraft models.

Infant Bassinet Policy Summary:

Traveling with infants on United Airlines can be made more comfortable with the use of bassinets. These bassinets are available on select flights and in certain classes, such as United Polaris business class and United Economy. Passengers can request a bassinet seat by contacting United Airlines and making the reservation through the operating airline.

It is important to familiarize yourself with United Airlines’ bassinet policy to ensure a smooth journey. The dimensions of United Airlines bassinets are 29″ length x 11″ width x 7″ deep, with a weight limit of 22 pounds (10 kg) for the infant. Bassinets can only be used for lap babies and cannot be used in United First or United Business class. Additionally, car seats should be FAA-approved and securely fastened during takeoff, landing, and turbulence.

By understanding and following these guidelines, parents can ensure a comfortable and enjoyable flight for their infants. It is recommended to make the bassinet reservation after booking the flight and obtaining the booking reference details. Traveling with a bassinet can provide a convenient and safe space for your little one, allowing you to relax and enjoy your journey on United Airlines.

Can I reserve a bassinet seat on United Airlines?

Yes, you can request a bassinet seat on United Airlines by calling the United Customer Contact Center or speaking to a United representative at the airport. The reservation should be made through the airline operating the flight.

Where are the bassinet locations on United Airlines aircraft?

Bassinets on United Airlines are typically located at the bulkhead positions, which are the partitions between cabin sections. The specific seat numbers for bassinets vary depending on the aircraft model.

What is the weight limit for an infant using a bassinet on United Airlines?

The weight limit for an infant using a bassinet on United Airlines is 22 pounds (10 kg).

Are bassinets available in United First or United Business class?

No, bassinets are not available in United First or United Business class.

Can I bring a car seat for my infant on United Airlines?

Yes, if your infant has their own seat on United Airlines, an approved car seat must be used during takeoff, landing, and turbulence. Car seats should be secured to the aircraft seat and must be FAA-approved. However, car seats are not allowed in United Polaris business class on certain aircraft models.

Can lap infants travel on United Airlines?

Yes, infants under the age of 2 (but older than 7 days) can travel on United Airlines. Lap infants are not required to have a ticket for U.S. domestic flights, but a ticket is required for international flights and flights between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

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• Infant Age Standard: 7 days to under 2 years old
• Free for domestic flights and 10% of adult fares for international flights.
• Infants will not be given a separate seat. (However, a seat will be provided when child fares are paid.)
• Passengers traveling with two infants must purchase a child ticket for one of the infants, and a seat will be provided for the infant with the paid fare.

Passengers traveling with a newborn baby (under 1 week old)

Even healthy newborn babies have not yet reached full physical development, and are unable to regulate their body temperature and have immature lung functionalities. Hence, it is difficult for them to adjust to the cabin environment that differs from land.

Therefore, it is best for newborn babies that are under 1 week old to not travel by air. If travel is absolutely required, medical clearance from the company must be received in advance.

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Applicable routes.

All international routes (Stroller acceptance may not be available at the boarding gate according to the circumstances of foreign airports.)

Apply at the counter after check-in procedures

Attach the stroller label

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Travel strollers (55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm) may be carried on board. However, this only applies to strollers that can be stored in the cabin. Otherwise, they may be treated as checked baggage.

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