What does within 24 hours prior to departure mean?


What does within 24 hours prior to departure mean? It means exactly what it says: within the period of 24 hours that ends with the time of departure, so after 1.45pm on the day before you leave. (You cannot say '… within 1.45pm of the previous day …')


Why is check-in only 24 hours before flight?

"So, if you check-in for your flight, even five or 10 minutes after that 24-hour mark, you're going to likely get put into the B or C-section groups, which means your odds of sitting together as a group or getting an aisle or window seat are not great.


How do I check flight time prior to departure?

If you have the flight number, FlightAware can provide information about expected departure and arrival times. If you don't have the flight number, the Flight Finder option can help locate the flight number (though you do need to know the aircraft's origin and destination airport).


Is 1 hour before departure enough?

The general guideline on how early to get to the airport for a domestic flight is 2 hours. However, those traveling at a very busy time of year or out of a large airport might want to allow more time.


Do I need to check in at the airport if I checked in online?

In most cases, you will only need to go to check-in when you have checked-in online if you need to drop off an item of hold baggage. Please ensure that you are aware of the hand baggage requirements for your specific airline before you travel.


How many hours before departure do you arrive?

When you're traveling within the United States, we make the suggestion to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours prior to departure. For most airports, you must be checked in at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time (airports requiring additional time are listed below, Go to footer note).


Do I need to print my boarding pass if I checked in online?

Online check-in lets you check in from your home or office and print your own boarding pass. You can also choose to have a link to your boarding pass emailed to your mobile device.