Can a 16 year old travel alone on Qatar flights ? Indeed, a child of Qatar Airways Minor Traveling Alone between the age of 5 and 15 (inclusive) is permitted to travel as Unaccompanied Minors on Qatar Airways routes. Children under the age of five should be accompanied by a parent or an adult watchman who is at least 16 years old. Book trips by phone or on the carrier's official website. Keep in mind that you should book the Unaccompanied Minor assistance 48 hours before the flight, and the Escort administration 72 hours before takeoff.