Do you get charged for not checking in online with TUI?

If you choose not to use our online check-in service, we will not charge a fee for airport check-in. 6.3 You must be present at the boarding gate not later than the time specified by us when you check-in, or if no time is specified, at least 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time.



For travelers flying with TUI Airways (identifiable by flight numbers starting with 'TOM' or 'BY'), there is currently no penalty or charge for failing to check in online. TUI provides free airport check-in desks where staff will print your boarding passes at no extra cost. This distinguishes TUI from "ultra-low-cost" carriers like Ryanair or Wizz Air, which can charge upwards of £55 per person for airport check-in services. However, checking in online (which opens 48 hours to 14 days before departure depending on your booking type) is still highly recommended to secure seat assignments and speed up the baggage drop process. A critical caveat exists if your TUI holiday involves a partner airline (such as easyJet, Ryanair, or various international carriers). In those instances, you are subject to the partner airline's specific policies; if you are booked on a Ryanair flight through a TUI package and fail to check in via the Ryanair app, you will likely be hit with their standard airport check-in fee. Always verify the "Operating Carrier" listed on your booking confirmation.

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For a short-haul flight where you are only taking hand luggage, checking in online saves a lot of time and is therefore much better than checking in at the airport. If, on the other hand, you have to check in bulky luggage, it is better to use the classic check-in at the airport for security reasons.

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In-person at airport using a self check-in kiosk If using a kiosk, you can select a seat (if hasn't happened already or allowed by airline), enter the number of bags to be checked (if desired), and print boarding passes. You will then need to bring your luggage to a staffed counter or checked luggage station.

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Online Check-in for International Flights. Online check-in allows those who have reserved seats and completed the required information to check into their flight from 24 hours prior to departure. During this process, you can confirm or change seats and get a boarding pass.

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Depending on the requirements of airport authorities, you will need to present a mobile boarding pass, a paper boarding pass printed out by you or a paper boarding pass picked up from the check-in desk.

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Digital boarding passes Once you've checked in, you can download and store your boarding passes on your phone – they're available for most our flights.

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You can book a seat type via 'myTUI' from 30 days to 48 hours before departure (74 hours for long haul flights*) for all TUI fly (TB) and Freebird (FH) flights.

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In most cases, you can check-in online (or via a mobile phone app), print a boarding pass (or have it loaded to an app), and walk straight to security. You might also be able to print your boarding pass from a self-automated kiosk at the airport.

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Check-in times You can check in online or from the app starting 24 hours before and up to 45 minutes before your flight (90 for international). To check bags or check in at the airport, you must be there a certain amount of time before scheduled departure: Within the U.S. – 45 minutes.

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What to Do After Online Check-In. Once you receive your electronic boarding pass, you can head straight to security if you're traveling carry-on only. If you're checking a bag, you'll still need to stop by the ticketing area at the airport. Look for special “bag drop” lines that bypass longer check-in lines.

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For a short-haul flight where you are only taking hand luggage, checking in online saves a lot of time and is therefore much better than checking in at the airport. If, on the other hand, you have to check in bulky luggage, it is better to use the classic check-in at the airport for security reasons.

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Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.

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