Check-In at Delhi Airport
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Keep your check in experience smooth and hassle-free.
Streamline your journey through Delhi Airport with smart check-in options, clear guidelines, and dedicated services to help you arrive relaxed and ready to fly.
Before You Reach
Web / Mobile Check-In
Complete web check-in 48 hours to 1 hour before departure and download or print your boarding pass.
Reach Early
Due to security and immigration processes, international passengers are advised to reach at least 3 hours before departure. Domestic flyers should reach at least 2 hours before for a smoother check-in.
Baggage Restrictions
Check your airline's baggage restrictions before you travel, including size/weight limits and which items you're not permitted to carry on board. To know more click here.
Step 1 : Entering the Terminal
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Terminal access is permitted 6 hours for International Flights and 4 hours for domestic before departure of your flight, only for ticketed passengers. Make sure you plan your journey ahead accordingly.
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Keep the following documents ready at the terminal entrance:
ID Documents
Carry valid identification documents to the airport. Domestic passengers: Carry an ID card (Aadhaar, Driving Licence, PAN, Voter ID) International passengers: Passengers must have carry Passport & Visa.
Tickets
Depending upon your airline’s policy, bring a hard copy/soft copy of your air ticket.
Boarding Pass
For seamless boarding, you must have your boarding pass. Get it printed at the check-in kiosks at Delhi Airport.
Pro-tip: For passengers flying through DEL, apps like DigiYatra can be helpful. With your mobile, you can also check the Live Flight Status Tracker and Wait Time Traffic for a hassle-free journey.
Step 2 : Self-Service Kiosks (CUSS) & Self Service Baggage Drop (SSBD)
- Use CUSS kiosks at T1, T2 & T3 to print boarding passes and baggage tags.
- Experience fast luggage processing with the Self Service Baggage Drop—scan your tag and drop your bag in just 30 seconds. For any assistance, you can proceed to your respective airline counter.
Pro-tip: For passengers flying through DEL, apps like DigiYatra can be helpful. With your mobile, you can also check the Live Flight Status Tracker and Wait Time Traffic for a hassle-free journey.
Step 3 : Preparing For Security & Immigration
Domestic flights
You can proceed to security after check-in.
International flights
You will have to complete both immigration and security checks.
Fast-track lanes
are available for arriving and departing passengers who are part of the Trusted Traveler Program, including Indian nationals and OCI cardholders.
Pro-tip: For passengers flying through DEL, apps like DigiYatra can be helpful. With your mobile, you can also check the Live Flight Status Tracker and Wait Time Traffic for a hassle-free journey.
A Few Handy Tips For Smoother Journey
DigiYatra check-in is available for Indian passengers. It uses facial verification technology to make terminal entry & security clearance at the airport a seamless, hassle-free and paperless process.
Missed web check-in? You can use kiosks up to 1 hour pre-departure.
Check boarding gate times carefully.
Don’t wait until the last minute. Aim to be at check-in 2 - 4 hours early to avoid last minute hassle.
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