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United States
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Check-in & Boarding Timeline
Online Check-in
Airport Check-in
Boarding
Airport-Specific Exceptions
Honolulu (HNL) allows baggage check-in up to 6 hours (360 minutes) before departure, versus 4 hours at most airports
Travel Tips
Arrive at least 2 hours (domestic) or 3 hours (international) before departure, as lines can be long for both check-in and security, especially during peak travel.
Final bag drop: At least 45 minutes before departure for domestic flights; no later than 60 minutes (sometimes 75–90 minutes) for international flights. Most airports do not allow bag check more than 4 hours before your flight (6 hours at Honolulu/HNL).
Self-service kiosks are generally available from 24 hours up to 45 minutes pre-departure (domestic) or 90 minutes pre-departure (international).
Frequently Asked Questions
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