Hand baggage allowance & check-in procedure for top airlines

Almost all airlines have different hand baggage rules and check-in rules, which can be confusing at times. We have listed the rules and check-in procedures of the most popular international airlines for you here!

Notes: All mentioned guidelines apply to Economy Class only. When we mention a second bag in the article below, it's referring to a personal item/accessory like a laptop bag or a handbag. Be sure to check the airline's official website before heading to the airport, as baggage guidelines may change.

Airlines overview

Air France Hand Baggage Rules

For more baggage details, please check directly on Air France's site.

Air France Check-in Procedure

Check-in open: 30 hours before departure.
Online, mobile app or at the airport. Check-in directly through Air France's site.

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United Airlines Hand Baggage Rules

For more baggage details, please check directly on UA's site.

United Airlines Check-in Procedure

Check-in open: 24 hours before departure.
Online, mobile app or at the airport (For domestic US flights: at least 30 minutes without baggage and 45 minutes with checked baggage. For international flights: at least 60-90 minutes) before departure depending on flight. For check-in procedures, please check directly on UA's site.
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British Airways Hand Baggage Rules

More baggage details

British Airways Check-in Procedure

Check-in open: 24 hours before departure.
Online, mobile app or at the airport. View check-in procedure

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Emirates Hand Baggage Rules

More baggage details

Emirates Check-in Procedure

Check-in open online 48 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes scheduled departure for all passengers with an e-ticket.
Online or at the airport. View check-in procedure

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KLM Hand Baggage Rules

For more baggage details, please check directly on KLM's site.

KLM Check-in Procedure

Check-in open: 24 hours before departure.
Online, mobile app or at the airport. Check-in directly through KLM's site.

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LOT Polish Airlines Hand Baggage Rules

More baggage details

LOT Check-in Procedure

Check-in open: 36 hours before departure.
Online or at the airport. Airport check-in varies on airport. Check specific requirements for US flights. View check-in procedure

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Lufthansa Hand Baggage Rules

Find more baggage details directly on Lufthansa's site

Lufthansa Check-in Procedure

Check-in open: 23 hours before departure.
Online or at the airport. Check-in directly through Lufthansa's site.

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Singapore Airlines Hand Baggage Rules

More baggage details

Singapore Airlines Check-in Procedure

Check-in open: 48 hours to 1.5 hours before departure.
Online, mobile app or at the airport. View check-in procedure

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Turkish Airlines Hand Baggage Rules

More baggage details

Turkish Airlines Check-in Procedure

Check-in open: 24 hours before departure.
Online, mobile app or at the airport. View check-in procedure

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Keep in mind that rules concerning baggage can change quickly. We recommend you to check the airline's website for the latest guide. Now that you're aware of the hand luggage rules and check-in procedures, book your flight with BudgetAir.com!