So, for those who aren’t familiar with the sunflower lanyard, here is a quick overview of what it is and how it works. We recommend if you have any doubts about your dog’s eligibility to travel that you contact the destination airport prior to travel, to confirm Pet Passport details.

Consider visiting the airport for a practice run to familiarise yourselves with the layout and the check-in areas. Examples include recent illness, hospitalization, injury, surgery or a long standing condition when special services may be required, e. However, for an autistic child or adult, a journey on an aeroplane can cause various types of stress, including disruption to routine, navigating unfamiliar environments and an overload of sensory stimulation, from loud noises and popping ears to strange smells. The dogs must have a pet passport or, in countries that don’t issue pet passports, they must have an official veterinary health certificate. If you are in any doubt about your fitness to fly, please consult your doctor before booking your flight.

Here are some of the most common questions people have about the Sunflower Lanyard: What is the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard?

g. if you need to be repatriated from overseas) and, ideally, delay travel for up to 4 weeks or longer if there any complications. Please note that this list is simply a guideline, you should contact your doctor with any queries about your own suitability to fly. We are delighted that Ryanair, the largest European airline by scheduled passengers, has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network. If you do not provide 48 hours' notice, the required assistance may not be available and your travel plans may be disrupted.Passengers should pre advise Ryanair of their condition and assistance requirements (if applicable) at the time of booking online or via our Special Assistance line or chat preferably on the day of booking. If you are travelling with a full leg in cast you must purchase *3 seats* in total, per journey, to travel. The first airline to be accredited with the National Autism Society’s Autism Friendly Award, BA operates staff training to help provide a seamless travel experience for autistic travellers.