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- Airlines will always try to sit children with their parents (subject to check-in)
- Some airlines will allow travel for unaccompanied minors. Please email us to check.
- The fare is based on the child's age on the date of travel.
- More detailed information can be found here Traveling with children
- Most airlines will let infants travel with their parent(s) for free. However some airlines will charge up to 10% of the adult ticket price. Click on 'Price Breakdown' to find out more.
- If you are pregnant, but due before the flight departure date, please contact us once your baby is born and has a name. We can then add him/her to your ticket.
- Infants will not be given a seat. The airlines expect parents to travel with them on their lap.
- Airlines regard infants as being under 24 months old.
- The fare is based on the child's age on the date of travel.
- More detailed information can be found here Traveling with children
Flying with a Skateboard
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Book Flights and Add a Skateboard
Are you looking to buy flights but unsure if you can take your skateboard on board? Well, you've reached the right page! Booking flights and adding a skateboard to your booking is easier than it may seem. Simply follow our handy guide below on how to add a skateboard to your booking.
Adding a skateboard to your booking is currently unavailable at Alternative Airlines. However, we are working extremely hard for you to be able to add a skateboard to your booking.
Airlines That Allow Skateboards as Carry-on
Listed below are some of the airlines that allow you to bring a skateboard as carry-on baggage on board.
Southwest Airlines
When flying with Southwest Airlines you'll be able to take your skateboard on board as normal carry-on baggage. However, Southwest does advise that you remove the wheels on the skateboard or store the skateboard wheels up so the skateboard doesn't roll across the aircraft and disrupt the flight.
United Airlines
United Airlines is another US airline that lets you bring your skateboard with you on board. United Airlines allows you to bring your skateboard as normal carry-on baggage or checked baggage. However, if you do exceed the airline's baggage policy size dimensions and weight limitations you'll be subject to extra fees.
Lufthansa
Skateboards are allowed on Lufthansa flights as long as it doesn't exceed 8kg / 17lbs in weight and 55cm x 40cm x 23cm in size. If you decide to bring your skateboard on Lufthansa flights please note that this will be the only carry-on you'll be allowed to bring with you on board.
Turkish Airlines
You'll be allowed to bring a skateboard with you on Turkish Airlines flights as long as it doesn't exceed 8kg. Your skateboard counts as a carry-on bag, meaning that you won't be allowed to bring any other bags with you on the flight.
How To Add a Skateboard to your Booking
Follow our step-by-step guide below to find out how to add a Skateboard to your booking through Alternative Airlines.
STEP 1
Using the search form, at the top of the page, enter the departure and arrival destinations as well as the dates you wish to travel, the number of passengers, and the cabin class you want to fly in. Then hit the 'Search Flights' button.
STEP 2
You'll then be shown all the available flights according to the information you entered in the search box. If you wish to fly with a specific airline you can use the 'Airlines' drop-down tab to filter down your search.
STEP 3
Once you've found the perfect flight for you 'Confirm Selection' and proceed to the next page.
STEP 4
Then enter your passenger and contact details on this page.
To add a skateboard to your booking, scroll down to the 'Special Baggage' section and select 'View Special Baggage' options. Add all the extras that you need.
STEP 5
In order to add a skateboard to your booking press the '+' button next to the skateboard baggage option.
STEP 6
Once you've added a skateboard to your booking, head over to the payment section and secure your booking the way you want. At Alternative Airlines we take pride in offering 40+ different payment options including Buy Now Pay Later options, cryptocurrencies and virtual wallets such as Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Once your booking has been confirmed, you'll receive your e-ticket via email - please note that in some cases it may take up to 24 hours for you to receive your e-ticket.
Book Flights and Add a Skateboard
FAQs
Can you bring a skateboard on a plane?
Many airlines allow you to bring your skateboard on board as carry-on baggage as long as it doesn't exceed the dimensions and weight of the carry-on baggage allowance. Skateboards are also allowed to be transported as checked baggage, seeing it doesn't exceed the baggage policy. Please note that each airline will have different rules for flying with a skateboard.
How to book a flight and add a skateboard?
If you wish to book a flight and add a skateboard then follow our handy guide from above. Please bear in mind that Alternative Airlines doesn't allow you to add skateboard equipment to your booking at this moment in time.
Can I carry my skateboard around the airport?
Some airports won't allow you to carry a skateboard around the airport due to health and safety regulations. Instead, your skateboard must be dismantled and packed in your carry-on or checked baggage. We advise that you get in contact with the airports that you'll be travelling to/from ahead of travelling with your skateboard.
How to pack a skateboard?
To prepare yourself for the day you travel with your skateboard equipment, you'll want to ensure that you purchase a high-quality travel bag to protect your skateboard equipment from damaging. By investing in a skateboard travel bag you'll be able to keep your skateboard and skateboard equipment organised and protected.