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Emirates Web Check-In: How to Check In Online

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

Opens 48h before departure Closes 0 min before (domestic) Closes 90 min before (international)
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How to Check In Online for Emirates

Via emirates.com (My Trips) or the Emirates mobile app

✓ Last verified: April 2026

  1. 1 Go to emirates.com and click "My Trips" in the top navigation.
  2. 2 Enter your booking reference and last name, or log into your Emirates Skywards account.
  3. 3 Select passengers to check in.
  4. 4 Choose or confirm your seat — seat selection is included for most fare types in Economy and all Business/First class.
  5. 5 Add any meal preferences if available.
  6. 6 Confirm check-in and download your boarding pass. Mobile boarding pass can be added to Apple/Google Wallet.

Check-In Details at a Glance

Check-in opens
48 hours before departure
Domestic deadline
0 minutes before departure
International deadline
90 minutes before departure
Boarding pass
Mobile boarding pass or printout. Both accepted at Dubai (DXB) and most international airports. Emirates lounge access boarding passes also supported.
Seat selection
Free seat selection included for most Economy and all Business/First class fares. Saver fares may restrict free seat selection.
Check-in portal
emirates.com (My Trips) or the Emirates mobile app
ℹ️ Emirates web check-in opens 48 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before (international). First and Business class passengers, and Emirates Skywards Platinum/Gold members, have additional privileges. For some codeshare flights operated by partner airlines, check-in may be managed by the operating carrier.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Emirates web check-in open and close?

Emirates web check-in opens 48 hours before departure. It closes 0 minutes before domestic flights and 90 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 Emirates?

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 Emirates web check-in?

Free seat selection included for most Economy and all Business/First class fares. Saver fares may restrict free seat selection.

What boarding pass options does Emirates offer?

Mobile boarding pass or printout. Both accepted at Dubai (DXB) and most international airports. Emirates lounge access boarding passes also supported.

What happens if I miss Emirates 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 Emirates PNR for check-in?

Your Emirates 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.