What's the difference between bag drop and check in?
What's the difference between bag drop and check in? With web check-in, all required processes are handled online in advance, except for the physical bag drop at the airport. The only reason you have to wait in line at the airport is to drop off your luggage (bag drop).
What happens after bag drop?
After check-in, you will see your suitcase go off on a conveyor belt. Depending on the airport, they will often go off to the sorting office, where either robots or staff will sort them to go off to the right plane, or alternatively be sorted and stored ready for your flight at a later time.
Can I go straight to the gate if I checked in online?
Simplicity - You can use it anywhere you have Internet access. Eco-friendly - You don't need to print your boarding pass. Just show it on your smartphone or tablet. More direct - If you don't have any baggage you can go straight to the boarding gate.
What passport details are needed to check-in online?
Airlines typically require passport information during the online check-in process, especially for international flights. In such cases, you will need your passport number or PRN. The PNR number contains all your essential information and is required for online check-in.
How does bag drop work?
At the bag drop shortcut location, customers place their bag on the scale and scan their boarding pass at the kiosk. The United team will check the customer's ID, apply the bag tag and they're on their way!
How do I self check-in at the airport?
Identify Yourself Walk up to an open kiosk. The kiosk will prompt you to identify yourself by inserting a credit card, typing in your flight confirmation code (locator number) or entering your frequent flyer number. Enter your identifying information using the touch screen.
Do I print my boarding pass before going to the airport?
There are several ways to get a boarding pass. You can get it on the airline's website and print it on paper. Or pull it up on your phone in the airline's app. You can also print it at the airport.
How early should I get to the airport?
How early should you arrive at the airport? Airlines generally recommend arriving at the airport at least three hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic flight. There are a few considerations, though, and I usually treat each trip to the airport on a case-by-case basis.
Can I go straight to security with my boarding pass on my phone?
Can I use my mobile boarding pass to go through the security checkpoint and board my flight? Yes, simply show your mobile boarding pass on a mobile phone, iPad, or Apple Watch and a valid form of identification to the TSA Agent at security to proceed.
How do I get my boarding pass online?
Boarding passes are provided directly by the airline after checking in for your flight. If the airline you're flying with offers online check-in 24 hours before departure time, you can usually print your boarding passes directly from the website or have them sent directly to your phone!