Emirates flight check-in
United Arab Emirates
Quick answer
Emirates online check-in opens 2 days before departure and closes 1 h 30 min before departure. Online check-in is free.
| Online check-in opens | 2 days before departure |
|---|---|
| Online check-in closes | 1 h 30 min before departure |
| Airport counters open | 3 h before departure |
| Airport counters close | 1 h 30 min before departure |
| Check-in fee | online check-in is free |
| Boarding pass | mobile boarding pass, print at home |
| Mobile app check-in | available |
| Self-service kiosks | available |
Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.
How online check-in works
1
Open the airline website or app and enter your booking code and last name
Online check-in
Booking codeA1B2C3
Last nameSMITH
Continue
2
Pick a seat and confirm your travel details
Select your seat
Confirm
3
Download or print your boarding pass
Boarding pass
SMITH / JOHN14A
Emirates online check-in opens 48 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before the flight.
- Go to emirates.com or open the Emirates app and select Check-in.
- Enter your booking reference or Skywards number and last name.
- Choose seats, confirm passport details and any visa requirements.
- Get your mobile boarding pass or print it; bags are dropped at dedicated desks in Dubai and most airports.
At Dubai International, self check-in kiosks and early bag drop help avoid queues at peak hours.
Emirates punctuality
last 30 days94%on time (within 15 min)
9 minaverage delay when late
32flights tracked
Based on flights observed by this site over the period, not on official statistics. Updated daily.