+1-866-551-1186 Is the Cathay Pacific online check-in 24 or 48 hours?

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Cathay Pacific allows passengers to check in online starting 48 hours before the flight departs for most destinations. This online check-in service is available through the official Cathay Pacific website or mobile app and stays open until 90 minutes before the scheduled departure time. It helps travelers confirm their booking, pick seats, and get their boarding pass without waiting in long lines at the airport. Online check-in gives you the option to download the pass, send it to your email, or save it to your phone. If you're only carrying hand luggage, you can go directly to security and skip the check-in counters. If you're checking bags, you can still check in online, then head to the bag drop counter at the airport to drop off your luggage before it closes. However, for flights going to the United States, Cathay Pacific online check-in opens only 24 hours before departure due to U.S. government requirements. So while most routes allow check-in 48 hours ahead, U.S.-bound flights have a shorter window. It’s important to remember that even if you check in online, you should still arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before an international flight to allow enough time for immigration, baggage screening, and gate procedures. At some airports, self-check-in kiosks are also available if you prefer to check in and print your boarding pass there. Travelers flying in Business Class or First Class, or those with Marco Polo Club or oneworld elite status, can use priority counters and enjoy faster service. Online check-in may not be available if you're flying with special baggage, pets, infants, or require special assistance—these travelers need to check in at the airport. The online check-in process is simple: go to the check-in section of the Cathay Pacific website or app, enter your booking details such as your ticket number or booking reference along with your last name, confirm your travel information, pick your seat, and complete the process. After check-in, always double-check your gate number, boarding time, and flight status. Boarding gates usually close 15 to 20 minutes before departure, so it’s important to be there early even if you already have your boarding pass. Cathay Pacific also sends real-time flight updates through the app or via email and SMS if you sign up. Using online check-in saves time, helps you avoid crowds, and lets you manage your travel plans with ease. To sum it up, Cathay Pacific online check-in opens 48 hours before departure for most flights and 24 hours before U.S.-bound flights. It closes 90 minutes before takeoff. Use the airline’s website or app to check in, and make sure your travel documents are correct and ready. This early check-in feature helps make your airport experience faster and more relaxed.