Air Canada standardizes 60-minute check-in cutoff time

Air Canada’s check-in cutoff time has increased from 45 to 60 minutes at all but one domestic airport, while international ones will all be 60 minutes from up to 90.

The changes, part of ongoing efforts to streamline operations, will take effect September 4, the airline said in a statement to PAX.

The check-in cutoff time will now be 60 minutes across all sectors with the exception of YTZ (Billy Bishop airport) and Air Canada’s Landline bus service from YHM (Hamilton) and YKF (Waterloo), the airline said.

“This change ensures a smoother, more efficient boarding process, giving customers peace of mind as they prepare for takeoff,” reads a statement.

A key benefit for status members is that upgrades will be processed 15 minutes earlier, enabling passengers to board with their zone. 

Air Canada reminds customers that they can still drop off their bags as early as four hours before their flight’s departure.

For international flights, the baggage drop-off time is 60 minutes. However, for domestic flights, customers can drop off their bags up to 45 minutes before departure.

For those travelling with heavy or larger bags, customers can use the airline’s checked baggage calculator to determine the free baggage allowance and any additional fees.

For further details, refer to How to Check-In.

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