Do pilots' families fly for free?

Some, but not all airlines offer this benefit. At many airlines family members may fly for free on a space available basis or fly at discounted rates. The opportunity to fly stand-by is a common benefit, but you can't be sure of exactly which flight will have space which can be difficult to plan around. Some airlines provide “buddy passes” to pilots to share with others. If this is important to you be sure to ask when you are evaluating airline jub offers.