Board hassle-free
Find out when to arrive at the airport, how to check in, go through security, and board your flight.
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Important times
Three key timeframes to help you avoid missing your flight. Keep them in mind before every trip
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Online Check-in
Opens 48 hours before departure, or 24 hours for flights to/from the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada.
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Arrive at the airport
Arrive 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights.
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Check-in closing times
Check-in closes 45 minutes before domestic flights and 60 minutes before international flights.
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If you have an international-to-domestic connection of less than 60 minutes at Bogotá's El Dorado Airport, you can use the Short Connection Flights lane at immigration with automated access control. Our airport agents will guide you through the connection process.
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Check in your way
Choose the option that best fits your trip. They all lead to the same destination: your boarding pass
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Online
From your phone, tablet, or computer. Select your seat, download your boarding pass, and you're good to go.
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Kiosks
Find them in front of the check-in counters at the airport to print your boarding pass and drop off your bags.
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Agent-assisted check-in
Choose this option if you're traveling with a pet, an unaccompanied minor, or if you need special assistance from our team.
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Get through security hassle-free
Knowing what you can and can’t bring helps you save time and avoid last-minute issues
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Before going through security, have these items ready:
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Your ID or passport.
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Your boarding pass, either on your phone or printed.
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Electronic devices such as phones, laptops, tablets, and other items. Remove them from your bag before going through the scanner.
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Liquids up to 100 ml, including gels, creams, and aerosols.
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Speed up your entry to and exit from Colombia with Biomig.
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Batteries and power banks must be carried in your cabin baggage.
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Access Fast Track
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Madrid and Barcelona:
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Available to Business Class passengers and Lifemiles Magno and Diamond members. Access through Gold Track.
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London, Paris, Miami and Toronto:
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Available to Business Class passengers and Lifemiles Magno, Diamond, Gold, and Star Alliance Gold members. Access through Gold Track.
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New York, San Francisco and San Juan:
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100% online. Business Class passengers and Lifemiles Magno, Diamond, Gold, and Star Alliance Gold members. Access through Priority Lane.
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Your boarding journey, step by step
From the moment the gate opens until takeoff, here's what to expect during boarding
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Confirm your gate
Download our app and turn on notifications, or check the airport screens for gate announcements.
Boarding begins
45 minutes before departure. Have your boarding pass and travel documents ready.
We board by groups
Your group is based on your fare, Elite status, or special needs. Check your boarding pass to find yours.
Boarding closes
15 minutes before departure. After that, we won't be able to wait for late arrivals.
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<p style="margin: 8px 0 0; color: #565656; max-width: 68ch;">Save time at the airport. Check the travel documents you'll need, review your flight status, and get your baggage ready before departure.</p>
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