Savvy travelers never wait until the last minute. Checking in for your flight as early as possible—typically 24 hours in advance—is always a good idea to prevent any potential travel hiccups. Prior to ...

Checking in early can secure a better seat, help avoid being bumped, and give first dibs on last-minute upgrade deals. Delaying check-in risks losing your seat on full flights and reduces your chances ...

WASHINGTON — Starting next month, United Airlines will require all domestic passengers to be checked in for their flights at least 45 minutes before takeoff. The new check-in policy is set to take ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Stragglers beware: U.S. travelers flying with United Airlines will have to check in to domestic flights a little earlier starting next week. That is, if they're customers only taking ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Stragglers beware: U.S. travelers flying with United Airlines will have to check in to domestic flights a little earlier starting next week. That is, if they're customers only taking ...

"Check-in chicken" is a strategy where travelers wait until the last minute to check in, hoping for a better seat assignment. The only guaranteed way to get a preferred seat is to pay for a seat ...