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Emirates Online Check-In (2026)

Last updated: May 2026 · Source: Emirates official website

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Quick Answer

Emirates online check-in opens 48 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before your flight. You can check in via the Emirates website or app, and use self-service kiosks at the airport to print tags and drop bags.

Check-In Window

Opens
48 hours before departure
Closes
90 minutes before scheduled departure

How to Check In Online — Step by Step

  1. 1Visit the Online Check-in page or use the Emirates App.
  2. 2Enter your surname and Booking Reference/PNR.
  3. 3Select the passengers you'd like to check in.
  4. 4Enter Advance Passenger Information if required.
  5. 5Change seats and add Emirates Skywards numbers if needed.
  6. 6Download your mobile boarding pass or print it.
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Check-In Methods

Online (Website)https://www.emirates.com/us/english/manage-booking/online-check-in/
Mobile App✓ Emirates App (iOS, Android)
Mobile Boarding Pass✓ Accepted
Airport Kiosk✓ Available at most airports

Documents Required

Booking Reference/PNR, surname, passport, visa if required, ESTA for US-bound flights, health documents if required.

Seat Selection at Check-In

Free seat selection after online check-in opens, except for Extra Legroom seats. Seat selection fees apply before check-in opens (Regular $7-$40, Preferred $15-$100, Twin $20-$135).

International Flight Check-In

Advance Passenger Information (API) may be required. Passport and visa checks are required.

Group & Family Check-In

Up to 9 passengers (adults and children) traveling together on the same itinerary can check in online together.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

  1. 1"Cannot complete online check-in" - Proceed to the airport for normal check-in at the Emirates desk.
  2. 2"First flight not Emirates" - Online check-in not available if the first flight is a codeshare not operated by Emirates (e.g., Qantas).
  3. 3"Unaccompanied minor" - Passengers under 16 traveling alone cannot use online check-in and must check in at the airport.

Pro Tips

1. If departing from Dubai, you can drop off bags 24 hours before departure (12 hours for US flights). 2. Online check-in is not available if the first flight in your itinerary is a codeshare not operated by Emirates. 3. When traveling from Dubai, printed boarding passes are no longer used; a mobile boarding pass is sent via email or SMS.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use online check-in for other passengers in my traveling party?▼
Yes, online check-in is available for up to 9 passengers traveling together on the same itinerary.
Can children traveling alone use online check-in?▼
No, passengers under 16 traveling without an adult must proceed to the airport for normal check-in.
What happens if I experience a problem while checking in online?▼
If you experience technical problems, proceed to the airport for normal check-in at the Emirates desk.

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