- 01 May, 2025
Virgin Atlantic Airlines was launched in 1984, and since then, it has been known for its services, innovative products, and glamorous destinations it flies to. In 2021, it held a Global rank of 5th best Airline in the world, which made it the only British Airline to achieve this fantastic record. It flies to more than 35 destinations and five continents across the globe, which makes it a great option to fly with. If you are considering getting a flight ticket on Virgin Atlantic, you must know the check-in details. This article will comprehensively discuss the check-in information for the Virgin Atlantic flight.
Check-in details
The first thing to remember is when to check in; this recommended time can depend on your flight type. Here, we will look at all three types of flights, their recommended time, and other details that will help you have a stress-free and comfortable journey.
- For Domestic Flights: Passengers flying with Virgin Atlantic and taking a domestic flight should check in with their bags dropped at least 60 minutes before the scheduled departure; the same time is recommended for a large group of passengers. The check-in is closed 30 minutes before departure, and passengers cannot check their bags after this time. It is necessary to arrive at the airport with enough time for the check-in procedure, as failing to be on time can result in missing the flight.
- For International Flights: The recommendation for passengers who are taking an International flight is to check in with their bags dropped at least 90 minutes before the scheduled departure of their flight. If you are traveling with a large group, it is suggested that you check in at least 120 minutes before your flight. This will be advantageous if you need additional assistance, as the check-in gets closed at least 60 minutes before the departure, and being late will not allow you to check in your bags on time. Remember that you have to make it through the security and the boarding gate, which can be time-consuming, so it is suggested that you arrive early.
- For Domestic Flights that connect to International Flights: The suggestion is similar to regular domestic flights: Check in with your bags dropped at least 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time of your flight. The check-in is closed 30 minutes before the flight's departure time, so when arriving, it is recommended to keep in mind that failure to arrive on time can result in missing the flight.
Ways to check-in
Virgin Atlantic has made three ways to allow passengers to check in quickly. Here, we will be discussing all three ways to check in, which will enable you to choose the way that suits you the best. Let's take a look at them:
- Check-in with the Virgin Atlantic mobile app: Virgin Atlantic mobile apps provide necessary assistance to customers at every point of their journey. To provide the maximum convenience to their passengers, everything you need is available in this app; it has all the features and is free to download from iTunes or Google Play. One of the significant features is that it makes travel easier as it allows you to book a flight ticket while you are on the move, check-in, and check the flight; the app also has a special remember where you parked tool.
- Check-in with Virgin Atlantic Check-in portal: An online option allows customers and passengers to check in quickly and provides more convenience. This online option allows passengers to check in for their flights using electronic devices such as mobile phones, tablets, desktops, or laptops. Passengers can visit their official website and navigate the check-in option. However, the timing can be different for domestic and international flights. Let's take a look at them.
- For Domestic Flights: The timing for domestic flights is 48 hours before the scheduled departure time of your flight, as the online check-in gets closed 30 minutes before the flight's departure time.
- For International Flight: The online check-in option is currently not available for International flights, so the only option available is to head to the check-in counter to check-in.
- Check-in at the Airport: This is the classic method of checking in, where guests check in, print their boarding pass and get their bags tagged before proceeding to be dropped off.
- For Domestic Flights: Passengers can print their boarding pass using the 6-letter booking reference and get their bags tagged. If you have checked in online, you have to scan your mobile device to tag your bag, and once the bag is tagged, proceed to drop it.
- For International Flights: For international flights and at international airports, Virgin Atlantic team members provide the required assistance for guests with or without bags. All you have to do is check-in 3 hours before the scheduled flight departure.
