easyJet Online Check-In Guide (2026)
easyJet online check-in opens 30 days before departure and closes 2 hours before your flight. You can check in via the easyJet website or mobile app, and you must print your boarding pass or download it to your mobile device.
Check-In Timing
| Airline | easyJet (U2) |
|---|---|
| Check-In Opens | 30 days before departure |
| Check-In Closes | 2 hours before departure |
| Check-In URL | https://www.easyjet.com/en/help/booking-and-check-in/check-in |
| Mobile App | easyJet: Travel App (iOS, Android) |
| Mobile Boarding Pass | Yes |
| Airport Kiosk | Yes |
Step-by-Step Check-In Guide
1. Visit easyjet.com or open the easyJet mobile app. 2. Enter your booking reference and surname. 3. Provide Advanced Passenger Information (API) such as passport details if required. 4. Select or confirm your seat assignment and add any extras like hold luggage. 5. Download your mobile boarding pass or print it out. 6. Ensure you check in again and reprint/download a new boarding pass if you make any changes to your booking.
Documents Needed
Booking reference, passport or valid EU/EEA/Swiss National Identity card for international flights, and visa if required. Advanced Passenger Information (API) must be provided for many countries.
Seat Selection
Allocated seating is used. You can select seats for a fee at booking or afterwards online. Fees vary depending on the seat category (e.g., First row, Up Front, Overwing, Other seats), route, and time of booking. If you don't select a seat, one will be allocated automatically for free when you check in.
International Check-In Rules
Advanced Passenger Information (API) is required for travel to many countries. Passengers must hold a valid EU/EEA/Swiss National Identity card or Passport, and a valid Visa where required. Documents used for travel must match the API submitted.
Group Check-In
Groups of up to 40 people can book online. Group passengers can check in individually once all names have been submitted. There are no allocated group check-in desks at the airport.
Troubleshooting
1. 'Technical problems checking in' - Try again later; if it still fails, get help from ground crew at the airport before bag drop closes. 2. 'Unable to scan boarding pass' - Ensure you are using the app or a printed copy, not a PDF scan on your phone. 3. 'API not accepted' - Ensure you are within the allowed timeframe (often 60 days before flight) to enter API details.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use a PDF scan of my boarding pass?
- No, you cannot use a PDF scan of your boarding pass on your mobile device as airport security cannot scan them. Use the app or print it.
- What if I change my booking after checking in?
- If you add hold luggage or change flights, you must check in again and print or download a new boarding pass.
- What if I have technical problems checking in online?
- Try again later. If issues persist, seek assistance from ground crew at the airport before the bag drop closing time.