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Air India Express Web Check-In: How to Check In Online

Check in online, pick your seat, and skip the airport queue

Opens 24h before departure Closes 60 min before (domestic) Closes 75 min before (international)
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How to Check In Online for Air India Express

Via airindiaexpress.in (Manage Booking) or the Air India Express mobile app

✓ Last verified: April 2026

  1. 1 Visit airindiaexpress.in and click "Manage Booking".
  2. 2 Enter your PNR/booking reference and last name.
  3. 3 Select passengers for check-in.
  4. 4 Select your seat — some seats are free, preferred seats (extra legroom, exit row) are chargeable.
  5. 5 Confirm check-in and download or save your boarding pass.

Check-In Details at a Glance

Check-in opens
24 hours before departure
Domestic deadline
60 minutes before departure
International deadline
75 minutes before departure
Boarding pass
Mobile boarding pass (PDF) or print at home. Airport counter check-in also available.
Seat selection
Select standard seats are free; preferred seats including extra legroom and exit rows are chargeable.
Check-in portal
airindiaexpress.in (Manage Booking) or the Air India Express mobile app
ℹ️ Air India Express primarily operates Gulf and Southeast Asia routes from South India airports (Kochi, Kozhikode, Trivandrum, Mangaluru, Chennai). Web check-in opens 24 hours before departure. For international flights, ensure your visa and travel documents are ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Air India Express web check-in open and close?

Air India Express web check-in opens 24 hours before departure. It closes 60 minutes before domestic flights and 75 minutes before international flights. After the window closes, you must check in at the airport counter.

What do I need to check in online for Air India Express?

You need your 6-character PNR/booking reference (found in your booking confirmation email) and the passenger's last name exactly as entered during booking. Some airlines also accept email address or frequent flyer number as an alternative identifier.

Can I choose my seat during Air India Express web check-in?

Select standard seats are free; preferred seats including extra legroom and exit rows are chargeable.

What boarding pass options does Air India Express offer?

Mobile boarding pass (PDF) or print at home. Airport counter check-in also available.

What happens if I miss Air India Express web check-in?

If you miss the web check-in window, you can still check in at the airport counter or self-service kiosk. However, available seat choices may be limited. Arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before domestic departure and 3 hours before international departure to allow enough time for check-in and security.

Where do I find my Air India Express PNR for check-in?

Your Air India Express PNR (Passenger Name Record) is the 6-character booking reference in your booking confirmation email or e-ticket. If you booked through HappyFares, your PNR is visible in the HappyFares app under "My Bookings". The PNR is also printed on your itinerary receipt.