Can you check into a flight with just your name?


Can you check into a flight with just your name? If you forgot to add your middle name to your airline ticket, don't worry. As long as your first and last name on your boarding pass matches your government-issued ID, you should be able to fly. That's because your Secure Flight passenger information will match the information on your ticket.


Do I need my full name on flight tickets?

From a legal standpoint, the only rule in the U.S. is that the name on your booking must match the name on your passport, driver's license, or any other form of ID accepted by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).


Can I look up a flight without confirmation number?

If all else fails and you can't find that flight confirmation email anywhere, you're going to want to go directly to the airline. Calling and speaking with a representative on the phone is your best bet.


Do both my last names need to be on my plane ticket?

As long as your first and last name matches your official ID, you should be ok. Including your middle or second last name on the reservation and ticket is optional.


How strict are airlines with names?

You cannot travel under a different name. Under the TSA's rules, the name on your boarding pass must match your government-issued ID. However, if you're missing your middle name on your boarding pass, it shouldn't be an issue.


What if I accidentally booked a flight as Mr instead of MS?

That's it then, don't worry. Many airlines do not allow any changes to names after a ticket has been issued but if you request them for such changes due to a mistake they indicate those in remarks for check-in staff. That's exactly what they did for you and that's good enough, don't worry.


Can I find my flight with just my name?

Call the airline. They should be able to find your reservation by your name and travel dates. Usually your name and specific flight and date are needed.


Do I need to have my middle name on my airline ticket?

Middle names are not a requirement for travel, and therefore it does not need to be added to your reservation. For a flight departing or landing in the U.S. or an international station, middle names can be added to the secure flight information when completing your online check-in 24 hours before departure.


Does American Airlines allow name changes on tickets?

Name Correction Guidelines. American Airlines offers flexibility for Minor and Major name corrections for wholly unused (001) validated tickets. Minor name corrections apply to itineraries that consist of American prime and American Eagle flights only and may be corrected in the same PNR.


Does your name have to be exact on boarding pass?

Yes. The name submitted on your airline reservation must be an exact match to the name you provided on your application.


Why is there no space between my first and middle name on my boarding pass?

Will this cause problems when boarding? There is no problem with your name on your ticket as long as it is shown exactly the same on your passport excluding spaces in between. Due to system reasons spaces will not be shown and the first and the second names will join together on e-tickets.


What happens if I cant find my boarding pass?

What can I do? Make sure to report your lost boarding pass at the airline's airport counter and provide your booking information and passport to get a new one.


Does it matter if my boarding pass says Mr instead of Mrs?

No, there won't be any problem. As both the titles are used for the same gender. The only thing correct should be your name and it should match with one of your Photo Identity Cards.