In a monumental move set to transform family air travel, Jet2.com has announced a groundbreaking new seating policy that will eliminate the stress and extra costs for families flying with young children.
The budget airline has confirmed that children aged 12 and under will now be automatically seated with at least one accompanying adult completely free of charge when booking through Jet2.com or Jet2holidays.
Ending the Family Seat Allocation Anxiety
This industry-leading policy addresses one of the biggest pain points for family travellers - the anxiety of being separated from young children during flights. Previously, families faced the dilemma of paying additional seat reservation fees or risking being split up across the aircraft.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, stated: "We know that families want to enjoy their time together from the moment they book, which is why we have taken this industry-leading step."
How the New System Works
The automated seating process ensures that:
- Children under 12 are seated with at least one accompanying adult
- No additional fees for standard seat reservations
- Automatic allocation during the booking process
- Peace of mind for parents from the moment of purchase
This policy applies to all flight-only bookings made through Jet2.com and package holidays booked via Jet2holidays, covering the airline's extensive network of destinations across Europe and the Mediterranean.
A Competitive Edge in Family Travel
Jet2.com's decision positions them as the family-friendly choice in the competitive budget airline market, directly addressing customer concerns that have long plagued the aviation industry. The move comes as families face increasing financial pressures, making holiday travel more accessible and affordable.
The airline has built its reputation on customer service and customer-friendly policies, and this latest announcement strengthens their position as the preferred choice for family holidays from UK airports.
With summer holiday bookings already surging, this policy change couldn't come at a better time for families planning their getaways without the worry of hidden seating costs or the distress of being separated during flights.
