Air France provides passengers with a flexible check-in system offering multiple convenient options. The airline's online check-in service opens 30 hours before scheduled departure - one of the earliest in the industry - and can be accessed through Air France's official website or their comprehensive mobile app. During online check-in, travelers can review their itinerary, select or change seat assignments, purchase additional baggage allowance if needed, and download their boarding passes in digital or printable format. Air France's mobile boarding passes are compatible with most smartphone wallet applications for easy access throughout the travel experience.
At the airport, Air France maintains full-service check-in counters at all locations they serve, typically opening two hours before European flights and three hours before long-haul international departures. Many Air France hubs and major airports also feature self-service kiosks where passengers can check in, print boarding passes, and tag their luggage without waiting in line at the full-service counters. These kiosks are available in multiple languages and can process most standard check-in needs efficiently.
Air France enforces specific baggage check deadlines to ensure proper handling and loading of luggage. For all flights, baggage must be checked at least 60 minutes before scheduled departure. The airline offers priority check-in facilities for Flying Blue elite status members, business class passengers, and La Première first class travelers, featuring dedicated check-in counters and expedited baggage services. Air France also provides special assistance check-in areas for passengers requiring additional support, including families traveling with young children and passengers with mobility challenges or special needs.