9 Things to Know When Flying With Children

Plane games, pool toys, snacks, and more… We get it, there’s lots to think about when you’re packing for you and your kids. A good thing to know, though, is that if you’re flying with a child under the age of 2 (0–24 months), you’re allowed to bring baby food, formula, medicine, milk, water, and juice on the plane. They are exempt from the restrictions on liquids, aerosols, and gels, but you’ll need to give them to a screening officer for a separate inspection. You can also bring ice packs to keep your baby products cold.

Visit the CATSA website to learn more about how to get through security as smoothly as possible.

If you’re flying with children, we recommend using our parking garage and paying for it ahead of time on our website. The Proxi Parking is close to the terminal, so you won’t have to walk very far with all your luggage, your stroller, and your car seat. After parking in the Proxi Parking, you can get to the terminal directly using the footbridge on the second floor. 

Canadian children need a Canadian passport when travelling outside the country. They may also need a letter of consent and/or a birth certificate, and local authorities may require other documents. Visit the Government of Canada website or contact the local authorities at your destination to make sure that you and your children have the documents you need. 

Check your airline’s website to learn about their accommodations for families during online check-in, seat selection, and boarding. Most airlines will assign generic seats close together for you and your children before check-in. Please make sure to indicate that you’re travelling with children when making your reservation. 

Flying with a stroller and a car seat? Ask your airline about size and weight restrictions. If you want to check them, you usually have to do so in advance, and you’ll need to follow certain rules on packing, exemptions, and additional fees. Strollers can also be checked at the gate and delivered to the door of the aircraft when you disembark. Once you get through security, you can enjoy the services and amenities at YQB!

YQB has a nursing room after security, near gate 31. It has a microwave and a rocking chair. There is a second private nursing space near gate 34.There are also family bathrooms available. They are roomy and private, with enough space for the whole family. 

The airport has a play area, called the Family Area, that your kids will love. You can find it between gates 36 and 37. It’s the perfect way to entertain your little ones, and keep them happy and giggling until takeoff!  

“Moooom, I’m huuungry!” It’s a common refrain when travelling, but one you can stop by visiting one of our restaurants. The Brûlerie Rousseau par Nourcy and the Blaxton Pub & Grill are just past the security checkpoint, near gate 32, and the A&W is near gate 30. 

Is someone driving you to the terminal? Check out the Nourcy Café Traiteur restaurant. Located just before security, both travellers and those seeing them off can visit this spot.

The terminal’s large windows are a delight for young and old alike. The great view of the runways and boarding bridges is perfect for spending some time watching the planes take off and land.