This page is a handy guide for families jetting off with little ones! We've pulled together info on major airlines' policies for personal comfort aids—like portable seat enhancers, footrests, privacy hoods, or similar items that help kids stay cozy and comfy on flights (think SlumbaPak-style accessories).
These are generally treated as personal comfort items (similar to pillows, blankets, or neck supports), not child restraint systems (like car seats or CARES harnesses, which have stricter FAA/EASA rules). SlumbaPak products fit this category—they're airline-approved where checked (IATA, FAA, EASA, CASA, GCAA compliant), no attachments or inflation needed, and they don't interfere with safety.
Quick heads-up: Airline rules can shift, final use onboard is always at the discretion of the cabin crew on the day. Always double-check with your specific airline closer to travel, and bring links/screenshots if needed. Policies often allow non-restrictive comfort items as long as they fit under the seat or in overhead, don't block aisles/emergencies, and aren't attached in ways that could cause issues.
Here is some of the FAA guidance on traveling with kids:https://www.faa.gov/travelers/fly_children
Airline List – Policy Links
Below is an alphabetical list of major airlines with direct links to their child travel, special assistance, or relevant policy pages.
- Aegean Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Aer Lingus – Traveling with Children
- Aeroflot – Traveling with Children
- Air Asia – Traveling with Children
- Air Calin – Traveling with Children
- Air Canada – Traveling with Children
- Air China – Traveling with Children
- Air Europa – Traveling with Children
- Air India – Traveling with Children
- Air Japan – Traveling with Children
- Air Macau – Traveling with Children
- Air Mauritius – Traveling with Children
- Air New Zealand – Traveling with Children
- Air Transat – Traveling with Children
- Air Vanuatu – Traveling with Children
- Aircalin – Traveling with Children
- Alaska Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Alliance Air – Traveling with Children
- All Nippon Airways (ANA) – Traveling with Children
- ANA Wings – Traveling with Children
- American Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Asiana Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Austrian Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Batik Air - Traveling with Children
- British Airways – Traveling with Children
- Cathay Pacific – Traveling with Children
- Cebgo – Traveling with Children
- China Airlines – Traveling with Children
- China Eastern – Traveling with Children
- China Southern – Traveling with Children
- Corsair – Traveling with Children
- Delta Air Lines – Traveling with Children
- EasyJet – Traveling with Children
- Emirates – Traveling with Children
- EVA Air – Traveling with Children
- Etihad Airways – Traveling with Children
- Ethiopian Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Fiji Airways – Traveling with Children
- Finnair – Traveling with Children
- Frontier Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Garuda Indonesia – Traveling with Children
- Hawaiian Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Hong Kong Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Iberia Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Iberia Express – Traveling with Children
- Icelandair –Traveling with Children
- J-Air – Traveling with Children
- Japan Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Jet2 – Traveling with Children
- JetBlue – Traveling with Children
- Jetstar Australia – Traveling with Children
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Latam Airlines – Traveling with Children
- LOT Polish Airlines –Traveling with Children
- Luxair – Traveling with Children
- Lufthansa – Traveling with Children
- Malaysia Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Malawian Airlines –Traveling with Children
- Mandarin Airlines – Traveling with Children
- MASwings – Traveling with Children
- Norwegian Air Shuttle – Traveling with Children
- Olympic Air –Traveling with Children
- Oman Air – Traveling with Children
- Peach Aviation – Traveling with Children
- Philippine Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Piedmont Airlines – Traveling with Children
- PSA Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Qantas – Traveling with Children
- Qatar Airways – Traveling with Children
- Royal Brunei Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Royal Jordanian Airlines Traveling with Children
- Ryukyu Air Commuter – Traveling with Children
- Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) – Traveling with Children
- Scoot – Traveling with Children
- Shenzhen Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Singapore Airlines – Traveling with Children
- South African Airways – Traveling with Children
- Southwest Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Swiss International Air Lines – Traveling with Children
- TAP Air Portugal – Traveling with Children
- Thai Airways – Traveling with Children
- Tigerair Taiwan – Traveling with Children
- Turkish Airlines –Traveling with Children
- United Airlines – Traveling with Children
- Vietnam Airlines – Traveling with Children
- VietJet Air – Traveling with Children
- Virgin Atlantic – Traveling with Children
- Virgin Australia – Traveling with Children
- Vueling – Traveling with Children
- WestJet –Traveling with Children
- Wizz Air – Traveling with Children
- XiamenAir – Traveling with Children
- Zipair – Traveling with Children
We’re Here to Help
Navigating airline rules for kids’ comfort aids can be confusing. That’s why we’re building resources to make family travel easier and safer. If you’re unsure about your flight, contact the airline directly — or drop us a line at hello@slumbapak.com for the latest guidance.
Safe travels! ✈️
SlumbaPak is considered a personal comfort device and typically doesn’t require approval from FAA/EASA/CASA/GCAA. However, due to the growing customer interest in enhancing in-flight comfort, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has issued guidelines for airlines regarding the use of these products. I'm pleased to say SlumbaPak adheres to IATA’s guidelines.
Why SlumbaPak is Award Winning
Maximum Comfort
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