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Checking-in the Modern Way.
Check-in is the service that helps you to find a seat assignment, check your suitcase and get your boarding pass. There are many ways that you can check in. The most common way is the check-in counter at the terminal. Most airlines want you to check in at least 2 hours before your flight time. You will need to show your travel papers. Have your passport, visa and ticket or E-ticket ready. Also be sure to show your frequent-flier card. The attendant will ask you some security questions. Answer the questions honestly.
Ask for a seat that you like: aisle or window. Sitting in the bulkhead row or the emergency exit row will give you extra room. Bulkhead seats are recommended for passengers with children.
Most airlines offer online check-in services. You can print your boarding pass and choose your seat before you get to the airport. Online check-in is available 24 hours to 60 minutes before your departure.
You can also use an electronic check-in kiosk at the airport. This kiosk prints boarding passes and gives seat assignments. When using online check-in or kiosk, you must bring your suitcases to the airline counter before going through security.
With curbside check-in you don’t have to go to the ticket counter at all. This seems to be the fastest, because you go directly to your gate. Some airlines charge a fee for this process.
Whatever check-in method you use, the most important thing to remember is to check in early. Many airlines will cancel your reservation if you are not checked in 15 minutes before departure time.
Dialogue 1.
- Welcome to Ocean Air.
- Hi! I’d like to check in.
- Where are you travelling?
- Cairo, Egypt.
- Are you on the 10.35 a.m. flight?
- Yes.
- May I see your passport, please?
- Sure.
- Do you want the window or aisle?
- I’d like the aisle. Is there an emergency row seat available?
- Yes. Would you like that seat?
- Please.
Dialogue 2.
- Welcome to Asia Airlines! Do you have a reservation?
- I have an E-ticket, so I just need to check my baggage.
- May I see your boarding pass and passport, please? OK! You’re assigned to Seat 1-Z in first class.
- Great!
- I have to ask you some security questions. Did you pack the bags yourself?
- Yes.
- Have they left your side?
- No.
- Good. Here’s your passport and boarding pass. You may go to airport security.
- Thank you!
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