AFAir France (AF)
France
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Check-in & Boarding Timeline
Online Check-in
Airport Check-in
Boarding
Airport-Specific Exceptions
At Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), check-in for domestic flights closes 40 minutes before departure instead of 45 minutes.
At Paris-Orly (ORY), check-in for long-haul/international flights can close up to 90 minutes before departure.
At Nairobi (NBO) and Cairo (CAI), check-in deadlines can be 75 minutes before departure due to security/customs.
Travel Tips
If unable to check in online or via the app, arrive early and proceed directly to a staffed airport counter for manual check-in.
For codeshare or connecting flights booked with Air France but operated by another carrier, confirm check-in procedures with both airlines in advance.
If available, print checked bag tags at home or at the airport kiosk for faster drop-off.
Frequently Asked Questions
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