Can I check in online for flights to the US?

Yes, but online check-in for US-bound flights (including Guam) opens 24 hours before departure, unlike the standard 48 hours.

Can I use online check-in if I have a group booking?

No, online check-in is not available for group bookings, but it is available for up to 9 passengers in a single booking record.

What if I need a wheelchair?

If you need special services like a wheelchair, you must contact your local China Airlines reservation office before starting the online check-in process.

China Airlines Online Check-In (2026)

China Airlines online check-in opens 48 hours before departure (24 hours for US flights) and closes 60 minutes before. You can check in via their website or mobile app to get a mobile boarding pass, or use airport kiosks.

Page updated: August 2026

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Check-In Timing

Airline	China Airlines (CI)
Check-In Opens	48 hours before departure (24 hours for flights to the US, including Guam)
Check-In Closes	60 minutes before departure
Check-In URL	https://calec.china-airlines.com/eCheckin/eCheckin_home.aspx?country=us&locale=en
Mobile App	China Airlines App (iOS, Android)
Mobile Boarding Pass	Yes
Airport Kiosk	Yes

Step-by-Step Check-In Guide

Visit china-airlines.com or open the China Airlines app
Enter your reservation number or e-ticket number and Dynasty Card number
Select the passengers you wish to check in
Choose or confirm your seat assignment
Enter your passport and travel document information
Receive your mobile boarding pass or print it out

Documents Needed

Reservation number or e-ticket number, passport, and any required visas or travel documents for your destination. Chinese passport holders transferring via Taiwan to a third country need a Valid Taiwan Travel Permit for Mainland Residents.

Seat Selection

Seat selection is available during online check-in. If you change to another chargeable seat on the same flight, you must pay the new seat selection fee first and then apply for a refund for the original seat selection fee.

International Check-In Rules

Passports and relevant travel documents are required. Chinese passport holders flying from Mainland China and transferring via Taiwan to a third country must have a Valid Taiwan Travel Permit for Mainland Residents. Flights to the US are subject to local government regulations and open for check-in 24 hours before departure.

Group Check-In

Online check-in is available for up to 9 passengers in a single booking record. However, it is not available for official group bookings.

Troubleshooting

1. 'Online check-in not available' - May be a code-share flight operated by another airline, a group booking, or an itinerary not used in sequence. 2. 'Unable to get mobile boarding pass' - You may not be eligible for self-print/mobile boarding passes and must pick it up at the counter at least 1 hour before departure. 3. 'Need special assistance' - Online check-in cannot process special requests like wheelchairs; contact reservations first.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I check in online for flights to the US?: Yes, but online check-in for US-bound flights (including Guam) opens 24 hours before departure, unlike the standard 48 hours.
Can I use online check-in if I have a group booking?: No, online check-in is not available for group bookings, but it is available for up to 9 passengers in a single booking record.
What if I need a wheelchair?: If you need special services like a wheelchair, you must contact your local China Airlines reservation office before starting the online check-in process.