Travelling with a restraint device

Passengers may use a restraint system on board if:

• They are seated next to a companion aged 18 or older, who can assist them throughout the flight.
• The aircraft seatbelt is used together with the restraint system.
• The system fits correctly and the passenger is properly secured, in line with the manufacturer’s instructions.

If you're travelling with a restraint system or device, you must request clearance at least 48 hours before your flight:

• Submit a request via the Contact us form.
• Select ‘Restraint system/device’ as the subject.
• Provide the following:
  • Your booking reference
  • The make and model of the device
  • Any specific requirements

Please note: flydubai does not provide restraint devices.

The following types of restraint devices are approved for use on board flydubai flights:

Travelling with a car-type seat

If you are travelling with an infant or a child aged 7 days to 3 years, you may use certain approved car-type safety seat, provided it meets the conditions below.

Infants under 2 years old do not get their own seat but if you want to use a car-type seat for an infant under 2, you must book and pay for a separate seat at the full child fare next to yours.

Your car seat will be checked and approved at the check-in desk before it can be used on board.

Car seat requirements:

• Have a rigid back and base, and an integrated harness (minimum 2.5 cm wide), including lap, shoulder, and crotch straps.
• Be clearly labelled as approved for aviation use, with operating instructions attached.
• Be free from visible damage.
• Be able to be secured using only the aircraft seat’s lap belt (no additional anchor points).
• Be either:
  • Forward-facing: for children aged 7 days to 3 years.
  • Rearward-facing: for infants aged 7 days to 6 months or weighing less than 10 kg.
    Note: Rearward-facing seats cannot be used in business class seats with airbags.