Air India Express Online Check-In Guide (2026)
Air India Express online check-in opens 14 days before departure and closes 60 minutes before domestic flights and 2 hours before international flights. Check in via airindiaexpress.com or the Air India Express app using your PNR and last name.
Check-In Timing
| Airline | Air India Express (IX) |
|---|---|
| Check-In Opens | 14 days before departure |
| Check-In Closes | 60 minutes before domestic departures, 2 hours before international departures |
| Check-In URL | https://www.airindiaexpress.com/checkin-home |
| Mobile App | Air India Express app (iOS, Android) |
| Mobile Boarding Pass | Yes |
| Airport Kiosk | Yes |
Step-by-Step Check-In Guide
1. Visit airindiaexpress.com/checkin-home or open the Air India Express app. 2. Enter your PNR or Booking Reference No. and Name (First or Last) or Email or Mobile No. 3. Confirm passengers and pick a seat. 4. Add any meals or extras like Gourmair. 5. Download or print your boarding pass.
Documents Needed
Booking reference (PNR), last name, government-issued photo ID (Aadhar card for domestic), passport and visa for international flights.
Seat Selection
Seat selection is available during web check-in. If you do not pre-book a seat, one will be assigned at random. You can also prebook hot meals (Gourmair) during this process.
International Check-In Rules
Web check-in closes 2 hours before departure. Passport details required via APIS. Must visit the airport counter to complete document verification and baggage drop.
Group Check-In
Multiple guests can be checked in simultaneously. If you web check-in without a pre-booked seat, you will be assigned a seat at random, which means your group may not be seated together.
Troubleshooting
1. 'Boarding pass won't load' - Try the Air India Express mobile app with the same PNR and last name, or check your email spam folder. 2. 'PNR not found' - Ensure you are on airindiaexpress.com (for IX flights) and not the Air India mainline site. 3. 'Payment required' - You may need to clear any pending balance before proceeding with web check-in.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I check in online for Air India Express flights?
- Yes, web check-in is available from 14 days up to 1 hour before departure for domestic flights.
- Is Air India Express web check-in different from Air India mainline?
- Yes, Air India Express uses a separate portal at airindiaexpress.com. Your IX PNR will not work on the mainline site.
- Do I need to print my boarding pass?
- No, a soft copy in PDF format, iOS wallet, or Mobile app is accepted.
- Can I check in multiple guests at once?
- Yes, multiple guests can be checked in simultaneously.