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A che ora è il check-in?

What time is check-in?

Pronunciation

'Check-in' is used in Italian as in English: 'CHEK-in'.

When to use it

Ask at the airport or call the airline to confirm the check-in window for your flight — crucial for budget airline strict timing.

What it means

'A che ora è' means 'what time is'. 'Check-in' is used as-is from English. Italian airports have standard check-in windows (typically 2–3 hours before departure for international, 1–2 hours for domestic).

Variations

Il check-in online è disponibile?

Is online check-in available?

Asks about web/app check-in before arriving at the airport.

Posso fare il check-in in aeroporto?

Can I check in at the airport?

Confirms option of airport check-in if online is not preferred.

Ho solo bagaglio a mano.

I only have hand luggage.

Relevant for budget airlines with separate baggage fees.

Mini Dialogue

— A che ora è il check-in per il volo delle undici? — Apre alle otto e trenta, chiude alle dieci. — Posso fare il check-in online? — Sì, sul sito della compagnia fino a ieri sera.

— What time is check-in for the eleven o'clock flight? — It opens at eight thirty, closes at ten. — Can I do online check-in? — Yes, on the airline's website until last night.

Cultural Note

Italian airports like Fiumicino (Rome) and Malpensa (Milan) handle heavy international traffic. Online check-in is strongly recommended. At Ryanair and easyJet counters, failing to check in online results in a significant airport check-in fee.