Time to check-in to get a good seat on the plane

Scott Keyes, founder Scott’s Cheap Flights, a website specializing in cheap flight advice, said that check-in time will affect your chances of choosing a suitable seat. Usually, airlines will allow guests to check-in online 24 hours before the flight, and the earlier you check in, the better.

“If you register for about 5-10 minutes as soon as the airline opens the online check-in service, you have more options. You will be able to choose a seat next to each other if you are in a group, or sit by the window or aisle. . This expert believes that you should precisely time the procedure.

However, choosing a seat in advance by online form also has a minus. That is, you are unlikely to be upgraded to a seat, compared to choosing a seat at the check-in counter. A British Airways flight attendant explained that passengers who choose their seats in advance will lose their chance to get a free upgrade on the flight. “Many guests asked to upgrade their seats when they greeted us at the door. Some even brought us sweets, because they learned the tips online and thought they were helpful. In fact, we couldn’t. Instead, you should ask for a free upgrade when you check in at the airport check-in counter,” she said.

An experienced flight attendant often advises passengers to check-in early, but leave their luggage at the airport late, close to the boarding time. This person thinks that if you check in early, your luggage will be put on the plane first. As a result, your suitcase will leave the plane last, and show up on the carousel late, the waiting time at the airport is longer. If you are sending items near the end, the baggage will be on the conveyor belt most of the time.

Mr. Minh (According to Travel & Leisure)