When traveling with your little one, you'll need to add them as a passenger on your United Airlines ticket. Infants under the age of two can be transported without a fare. You can/may choose to buy a ticket for your infant, which will allow them to have their own seat and possibly a crib. To add an infant, you'll need to contact United Airlines
Bringing an Infant to Your United Airlines Flight
When adding an infant on a United Airlines flight, you'll find a few things. Most importantly, infants under one of age travel at no charge. You will need to provide proof of the infant's age when you check in. Infants over one year of age are considered children and must have a boarding pass. Make sure you have plenty of diapers, formula, and ot