✈️ 80% Discount on Airline Tickets for Companions of People with Disabilities and Autism

✨ Did you know that it is possible to get up to 80% discount on airfare for the companion of a person with a disability or autism?

This benefit, guaranteed by law, is still little publicized. Learn how it works, what documents are required, and how to apply for it with airlines.

📜 What does the law say?

THE ANAC Resolution No. 280 ensures that persons with disabilities and their companions have the right to special assistance in air transport, including discount of up to 80% for the companion, when there is a proven need.

To do this, it is necessary to present a medical report and request the benefit with at least 48 hours in advance of the flight.

🔗 Read ANAC Resolution 280 in full

🧾 Who is eligible for the discount?

THE ANAC Resolution No. 280 ensures that people with disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) receive special care on air travel. In some cases, airlines may grant fee waivers or discounts, based on individual assessment—but this is not guaranteed by law.

• ✅ The person with disabilities or autism may have:
  🔹 Priority service
  🔹 Special seat
  🔹 Exemption from fees or fare discount, according to the medical report
• ✅ The companion has the right to up to 80% discount on the air ticket, provided that the need for support during the flight is proven.

💡 Each case is analyzed individually by the airline. Therefore, it is important to fill out the form correctly (such as the MEDIF) and attach the updated medical report.

📌 The order must be made at least 48 hours in advance to the flight.

💻 How the process works

It all starts with the simulation of the passage on the airline's website. Once you get the default value, you can fill out a specific form to request special assistance.

This form requires attaching documents such as a medical report and ID. The company reviews the request and, if approved, may offer a discount and other benefits, such as priority boarding and seat selection.

🛫 Airlines offering the discount

• LATAM: allows you to request special service through report and form. Response within 48 hours.
• Blue: has the Special Needs Form (MEDIF/FREMEC) and can even waive fees for the companion.
• Goal: provides the assistance form, with the possibility of a discount upon analysis.

📄 Required documents

• 🧠 Medical report with ICD (preferably updated)
• 🪪 Official document with photo (RG or CNH)
• 📝 Airline form completed correctly
• 🏠 Proof of residence (in some cases)

📑 FREMEC or Special Forms: which one to use?

To request the discount and special service, the airline may ask for one of the following documents:

• FREMEC (Passenger Identification Form with Special Needs) — ideal for those who travel frequently and have a permanent condition.
• MEDIF Form — for specific situations or one-off trips, filled in with updated medical information.

Below, see the direct links for each airline:

• 🛫 LATAM: Special service request + form
• 🛫 Blue: FREMEC Form / Special Needs
• 🛫 Goal: Special Assistance Form

💡 If you have a valid FREMEC card, simply present it when booking. If this is your first time, opt for the airline's specific form and submit it in advance.

💡 Tips to guarantee your rights

• ⏰ Request in advance (ideal: 10 to 15 days before the flight)
• ✍️ Fill out everything carefully — mistakes slow down the process
• 🧾 Explain clearly the companion's needs

✅ Conclusion

THE special service in air transport for people with disabilities and autistic people it is a right guaranteed by law — and, when there is a proven need for a companion, this person can have up to 80% discount on airfare.

✈️ Traveling with dignity, comfort, and inclusion is possible — and it starts with being well-informed.

👉 Share this with anyone who needs to know and guarantee your rights!

📚 See other inclusion and accessibility tips

❓Although companions are guaranteed a discount, there is still no law guaranteeing a discount on the fare for the person with a disability or autism—which generates a debate about equity in inclusion policies. This is a topic that deserves more attention from authorities.

🌐 ANAC's official accessibility page