Air France Online Check-In Guide (2026)
Air France online check-in opens 30 hours before departure (24 hours for flights from Atlanta/Detroit) and closes 40-90 minutes before departure depending on the route. You can check in via the website or app to select your seat and get your mobile boarding pass.
Check-In Timing
| Airline | Air France (AF) |
|---|---|
| Check-In Opens | 30 hours before departure (24 hours for Delta flights from the US, or Air France flights from Atlanta and Detroit). |
| Check-In Closes | Varies by departure point. Generally 40 minutes before departure for domestic/short-haul flights, and 60-90 minutes before departure for international/long-haul flights. |
| Check-In URL | https://wwws.airfrance.us/check-in |
| Mobile App | Air France app (iOS, Android) |
| Mobile Boarding Pass | Yes |
| Airport Kiosk | Yes |
Step-by-Step Check-In Guide
1. Visit airfrance.us/check-in or open the Air France app. 2. Enter your booking reference (6 characters) or ticket number (13-14 digits) and last name. 3. Select the passengers you wish to check in. 4. Choose or confirm your seat assignment. 5. Add any extra baggage if needed. 6. Receive your boarding pass via email, download it to your smartphone, or print it.
Documents Needed
Booking reference (6 characters) or ticket number (13-14 digits), passport for international flights, visa if required, and any necessary health documents.
Seat Selection
Standard seat selection is free during online check-in (from 30 hours before departure) for Economy class. La Première and Business class passengers can select seats free of charge at the time of booking.
International Check-In Rules
Passport and visa details may be required via APIS. You may need to verify your documents with the 'Ready to Fly' service, which checks health documents and regulatory paperwork like passports and visas before you arrive at the airport.
Group Check-In
You can check in online whether traveling alone or in a group. For groups of 10 or more, Air France will freely seat your group 8 days before departure depending on availability, though seating together is not guaranteed.
Troubleshooting
1. 'Unable to check in online' - May require document verification at the airport; use the 'Ready to Fly' service to upload documents in advance. 2. 'Invalid passenger ID' - Ensure you are using the correct 6-character booking reference or 13/14-digit ticket number. 3. 'Check-in not available' - You might be trying to check in too early (before 30 hours, or 24 hours for certain US departures).
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does online check-in open for Air France?
- Online check-in opens 30 hours before departure for most flights, but 24 hours before for flights departing from Atlanta and Detroit.
- Can I check in online if I have checked baggage?
- Yes, you can check in online and then drop off your baggage at the baggage drop-off counter before the check-in deadline.
- Is seat selection free during online check-in?
- Yes, standard seat selection is free during online check-in for Economy class passengers.