Flight Attendant Requirements

How old do you have to be to be a flight attendant?

The minimum age requirement to become a Flight Attendant is 18 years old, but some airlines require you to be older. There is no maximum flight attendant age limit.

Below are the minimum age requirements for U.S. airlines.

Airlines that hire Flight Attendants at 18 and older:

• Denver Air
• Envoy
• Mesa

Airlines that hire Flight Attendants at 19 and older:

• Denver Air
• Air Wisconsin

Airlines that hire Flight Attendants at 20 and older:

• American
• JetBlue
• Southwest
• Frontier
• SunCountry
• PSA Airlines
• Republic Airways

Airlines that hire Flight Attendants at 21 and older:

• United
• Breeze
• Delta
• Alaska
• Hawaiian
• Allegiant
• Spirit
• Avelo
• Breeze
• CommuteAir
• Endeavor Air
• GoJet
• Horizon Air
• Piedmont Airlines
• SkyWest Airlines
• Silver Airways
• Atlas Air
• Eastern Airlines
• Global X
• iAero
• Vista
• World Atlantic Airlines
• Omni Air Internation

Airlines that hire flight attendants at 23 and older:

• Contour

• Work Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the United States.

• Travel Eligibility: Must be legally able to travel in and out of the U.S. without restrictions.

• Passport: A valid passport from any country is required.

• Height & Reach: Most airlines require a minimum height of 4'11" (without shoes) or the ability to reach overhead compartments without assistance.

• Jump Seat Fit: You must be able to sit in the assigned jump seat with both seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened — no modifications allowed.

• Mobility: Must be able to walk down the aircraft aisle without needing to turn sideways.

• Senses: Full and unassisted use of all five senses is required.

• Grooming Standards: A neat, professional appearance is expected, including compliance with airline uniform and grooming policies.

• Tattoos & Piercings: Most airlines enforce a no visible tattoos or body piercings policy while in uniform.

• Teeth Embellishments: Decorative dental accessories (e.g. grills, gems) are not permitted while in uniform.

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required

• Language: Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English clearly

• Experience: Prior customer service or public-facing experience is required