Does Continental Airlines have online check-in?

Yes, Continental Airlines' Web Check-in allows you to check-in up to 24 hours before your flight departs. All you need is an internet connection and a printer! And if you don't have a printer, Continental can fax you your boarding pass!

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What are the requirements for using Online Check-in?

• Check-in 1-24 hours before your flight is scheduled to depart.
• You have an electronic ticket for a confirmed reservation on Continental.
• You are traveling from a United States airport or an approved international airport. Check-in at continental.com is not available for flights departing from Dublin, Ireland (DUB) and Shannon, Ireland (SNN) or for travel to/from Australia.
• You are traveling in a group less than 11 people.
• Your itinerary contains less than five flight segments.
• You are not a special needs passenger (i.e. unaccompanied minor).

Make sure you leave enough time at the airport to get through security, check your bags etc.

Can I use Online Check-in if I have bags to check?

Yes, you will be able to print your boarding pass at home but will have to drop your bags with a Continental Airlines skycap, at a Continental Airlines Kiosk or Check-in counter at the airport before the cut-off time.

Can I change/select my seat with Online Check-in?

Yes, when you use Online Check-in you can change/select your seat.

If I plan to check in at the airport, how much time should I allot?

• For domestic flights, the cut-off time for checking baggage is 30 minutes before your flight's departure time. If you are traveling from Atlanta, Denver, Las Vegas, Orlando or Tampa, the cut-off is 45 minutes.
• For international flights, the cut-off time for checking baggage is 60 minutes before your flight's departure time.

When do I need to be at the boarding gate?

Domestic passengers must be in the gate area at least 15 minutes before flight departure.