Air China Online Check-In Guide (2026)
Air China online check-in opens at 20:00 two days before departure for domestic flights and 36 hours before departure for international flights. It closes 30 minutes before domestic flights and 60 minutes before international flights.
Check-In Timing
| Airline | Air China (CA) |
|---|---|
| Check-In Opens | From 20:00 two days before departure for domestic flights, and 36 hours before departure for international flights |
| Check-In Closes | 30 minutes before departure for domestic flights and 60 minutes before departure for international and regional flights |
| Check-In URL | https://www.airchina.us/US/GB/booking/online-check-in/ |
| Mobile App | Air China app (iOS, Android) |
| Mobile Boarding Pass | Yes |
| Airport Kiosk | Yes |
Step-by-Step Check-In Guide
1. Visit airchina.com or open the Air China app. 2. Enter your PhoenixMiles card number, email address, or cell phone number. 3. Select your flight and passengers. 4. Choose your seat. 5. Download or print your boarding pass.
Documents Needed
Valid ID, e-ticket number, passport for international flights, and visa if required
Seat Selection
Seat selection is available during online check-in. You can cancel the seat you have selected and select a new seat and print your boarding pass.
International Check-In Rules
Online check-in is available 36 hours before departure until 3 hours before departure. You cannot cancel your online check-in 3 hours or less before departure.
Group Check-In
After one passenger checks in, other passengers can be added as travel companions, provided they are in the same class of service.
Troubleshooting
1. 'Boarding pass cannot be printed' - You can still complete all steps and have it printed at the airport counter. 2. 'Boarding Gate shows TBD' - Check the flight displays after arriving at the airport. 3. 'Cannot check in online' - Online check-in is not applicable to emergency exit seats or special passengers.