Kerry Jonas

Southwest Airlines Unaccompanied Minor Policy allows unaccompanied minors (UMs) aged 5 to 11 to travel alone on nonstop or direct flights only. The airline provides special assistance from check-in through to arrival, including supervision during connections. A service fee per direction applies, and guardians must complete necessary paperwork and ensure designated adults are present for drop-off and pick-up. Southwest ensures UMs wear a special wristband and boards them early for extra attention. Staff escort UMs off the plane and supervise them until they meet their designated guardian.