Need help checking in online for your flight? Learn how to complete web check-in, select seats, download your boarding pass, and troubleshoot common issues.
Tip: Web check-in opens 48–72 hours before departure for most airlines and closes 1–2 hours before departure. Complete it early to get better seat options and save time at the airport.
Visit the airline's official website or app. Look for "Web Check-in" or "Online Check-in".
Enter your PNR number and last name or booking reference.
Choose which passengers to check in. Verify names and details.
Select your preferred seat from the seat map. Some seats may require extra payment.
Review your details and confirm the web check-in.
Save or print your boarding pass. You'll also get it via email/SMS.
Direct links to major Indian airlines' web check-in pages.
Web check-in opens 48 hours before departure. Close time: 2 hours for domestic, 4 hours for international.
Go to Check-inOnline check-in available 48 hours to 75 minutes before departure for domestic flights.
Go to Check-inWeb check-in opens 48 hours and closes 2 hours before departure. Free seat selection available.
Go to Check-inCheck-in available from 48 hours to 60 minutes before departure for domestic flights.
Go to Check-inOnline check-in opens 72 hours before departure. Closes 60 minutes before for domestic.
Go to Check-inWeb check-in available via the Alliance Air website 24 hours before departure.
Go to Check-inIf web check-in has closed, you'll need to check in at the airport counter. Arrive at least 2 hours early for domestic flights.
Ensure you're using the correct PNR and last name. If booked through an agent, the PNR may be different from your booking reference.
Check your spam/junk folder. You can also re-download the boarding pass from the airline's website using your PNR.
If your name on the ticket doesn't match your ID, web check-in may fail. Contact TheBookFlight support to get the name corrected before check-in.
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Web check-in typically opens 48–72 hours before departure and closes 1–2 hours before for domestic flights (4 hours for international). Exact timings vary by airline — IndiGo and SpiceJet open 48 hours, Akasa Air opens 72 hours before departure.
Web check-in is not mandatory for most airlines but is highly recommended. It saves time at the airport, lets you select your preferred seat, and you can go directly to security with your boarding pass (if you have no check-in baggage).
Yes. If you missed web check-in, you can check in at the airline counter at the airport. Arrive at least 2 hours before departure for domestic flights to allow enough time.
Most Indian airports and airlines accept digital boarding passes on your phone. However, it's recommended to have a printed copy as a backup, especially at smaller airports.
Seat changes after web check-in depend on the airline. Some allow free changes through the website or app, while others may charge a fee. You can also request a seat change at the airport counter.
DigiYatra is India's digital check-in system using facial recognition. It allows seamless entry and boarding at select airports without showing documents. You can register on the DigiYatra app and link your booking for a paperless experience.
Web check-in (also called online check-in) is the process of confirming your presence on a flight before arriving at the airport. It allows you to select your seat, get your boarding pass digitally, and skip the check-in counter at the airport. All major Indian airlines including IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, and Alliance Air offer web check-in through their websites and mobile apps.
For a smooth web check-in experience, keep your PNR, last name, and travel details handy. If you need help with the check-in process or are facing any technical issues, TheBookFlight's support team can guide you through it. Also check our DigiYatra guide for paperless check-in at supported airports.
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