{"id":6075,"date":"2025-11-20T12:06:28","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T06:36:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/?p=6075"},"modified":"2026-02-11T15:30:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T10:00:27","slug":"air-india-web-check-in-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide","title":{"rendered":"How to Do Air India Web Check-In (Domestic &#038; International Flights)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air India web check-in works well \u2014 <\/span><b>until it doesn\u2019t<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, especially on long-haul USA to India flights where document verification, baggage checks, and airport congestion collide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We regularly see travellers who completed web check-in correctly still lose time at the airport due to passport mismatches, seat allocation issues, or mandatory counter verification at US departure airports. Knowing <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to check in is helpful \u2014 knowing <\/span><b>what to expect after<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> matters more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide explains how to do Air India web check-in step by step, and more importantly, what actually happens for NRIs, students, families, and emergency travellers <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/flights-to-india\">flying between the USA and India<\/a><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#What_Air_India_Web_Check-In_Does_Not_Do_Important_for_USA%E2%80%93India_Flights\" >What Air India Web Check-In Does Not Do (Important for USA\u2013India Flights)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#Air_India_Web_Check-In_Timings_Domestic_vs_International\" >Air India Web Check-In Timings (Domestic vs International)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#How_to_Do_Air_India_Web_Check-In_Online_Step-by-Step_Process\" >How to Do Air India Web Check-In Online (Step-by-Step Process)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#How_Air_India_Web_Check-In_Works_in_Reality_for_USA_to_India_Flights\" >How Air India Web Check-In Works in Reality for USA to India Flights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#Seat_Selection_Meals_Preferences_During_Web_Check-In\" >Seat Selection, Meals &amp; Preferences During Web Check-In<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#Air_India_Baggage_Rules_You_Must_Know_Before_Checking_In\" >Air India Baggage Rules You Must Know Before Checking In<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#Who_Cannot_Use_Air_India_Web_Check-In\" >Who Cannot Use Air India Web Check-In<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#Common_Air_India_Web_Check-In_Problems_And_What_Actually_Helps\" >Common Air India Web Check-In Problems (And What Actually Helps)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#How_Tripbeam_Helps_With_Air_India_USA%E2%80%93India_Flights\" >How Tripbeam Helps With Air India USA\u2013India Flights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#FAQs_Air_India_Web_Check-in\" >FAQs | Air India Web Check-in<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#Q1_How_early_can_I_do_Air_India_web_check_in\" >Q1) How early can I do Air India web check in?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#Q2_Can_I_do_Air_India_web_check_in_for_USA_to_India_flights\" >Q2) Can I do Air India web check in for USA to India flights?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#Q3_What_if_Air_India_online_check-in_is_not_working\" >Q3) What if Air India online check-in is not working?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#Q4_Can_I_select_my_seat_during_Air_India_web_check-in\" >Q4) Can I select my seat during Air India web check-in?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/air-india-web-check-in-guide\/#Q5_Do_I_still_need_to_visit_the_airport_counter_after_web_check-in\" >Q5) Do I still need to visit the airport counter after web check-in?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Air_India_Web_Check-In_Does_Not_Do_Important_for_USA%E2%80%93India_Flights\"><\/span><b>What Air India Web Check-In Does <\/b><b><i>Not<\/i><\/b><b> Do (Important for USA\u2013India Flights)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air India web check-in prepares you for travel, but it does <\/span><b>not<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skip passport or visa verification on international routes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guarantee faster processing at US airports<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliminate airport counter visits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevent seat or aircraft changes close to departure<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many travellers assume web check-in means \u201cairport-ready.\u201d On USA\u2013India flights, this assumption causes delays during summer, winter holidays and student travel periods.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Air_India_Web_Check-In_Timings_Domestic_vs_International\"><\/span><b>Air India Web Check-In Timings (Domestic vs International)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air India web check-in timings are consistent but route-specific.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Air India Web Check-In \u2013 Domestic Flights<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opens \u2013 <\/span><b>48 hours before departure<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Closes \u2013 <\/span><b>60 minutes before departure<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Air India Web Check-In \u2013 International Flights<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opens \u2013 <\/span><b>48 hours before departure<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Closes \u2013 <\/span><b>120 minutes before departure<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For USA to India flights, checking in early is strongly recommended due to document verification and baggage procedures at US airports.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Do_Air_India_Web_Check-In_Online_Step-by-Step_Process\"><\/span><b>How to Do Air India Web Check-In Online (Step-by-Step Process)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Air India online check-in process is easy when done within the allowed window.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 1 \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Visit the official <\/span><b>Air India website<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 2 \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Select <\/span><b>Web Check-In<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 3 \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enter your <\/span><b>PNR \/ Booking Reference<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Last Name<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 4 \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Verify passenger and flight details<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 5 \u2013 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose seats and meal preferences if available<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 6 \u2013 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm check-in<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 7 \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Download or receive your boarding pass via email<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For international flights, the boarding pass may show <\/span><b>\u201cDocument Verification Required\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is normal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Air_India_Web_Check-In_Works_in_Reality_for_USA_to_India_Flights\"><\/span><b>How Air India Web Check-In Works in Reality for USA to India Flights<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While Air India web check-in opens 48 hours before departure, most USA\u2013India boarding passes are issued with a <\/span><b>\u201cDocument Verification Required\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> status. This means:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must still visit the airport counter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passport, visa, OCI, and return eligibility are checked manually<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Counter wait times can exceed <\/span><b>60\u201390 minutes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> during peak travel<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At major departure hubs like JFK, Newark, Chicago, San Francisco, and Washington Dulles, web check-in reduces paperwork \u2014 <\/span><b>not processing time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Travelers who arrive assuming web check-in is enough are often the ones delayed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seat_Selection_Meals_Preferences_During_Web_Check-In\"><\/span><b>Seat Selection, Meals &amp; Preferences During Web Check-In<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During Air India web check-in, eligible passengers can manage preferences in advance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may be able to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select available seats (aisle, window, or middle)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm meal choices, including special meals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review frequent flyer details<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seat availability depends on fare type and timing. On <\/span><b>Air India USA\u2013India flights<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, early web check-in increases the likelihood of better seat placement, especially in economy class.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Air_India_Baggage_Rules_You_Must_Know_Before_Checking_In\"><\/span><b>Air India Baggage Rules You Must Know Before Checking In<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One must understand Air India baggage rules before web check-in to avoid last minute counter issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Air India Domestic Flights\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cabin and check-in baggage limits depend on fare type<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excess baggage is charged at the airport<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Air India International Flights (USA to India)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Checked baggage allowance is included<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cabin baggage limits are strictly enforced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excess or overweight baggage incurs additional fees<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always reconfirm baggage allowance before completing web check-in, particularly on discounted or flexible tickets.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Cannot_Use_Air_India_Web_Check-In\"><\/span><b>Who Cannot Use Air India Web Check-In<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air India online check-in is not available for all passengers. It may be restricted to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passengers traveling with <\/span><b>infants<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travelers requiring <\/span><b>wheelchair or special assistance<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unaccompanied <\/span><b>minors<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passengers carrying <\/span><b>pets<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><b>special baggage<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (musical instruments, sports equipment, excess baggage)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travelers on routes requiring <\/span><b>manual document or visa verification<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passengers with <\/span><b>paper tickets<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or incomplete bookings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Group bookings where <\/span><b>seat allocation is restricted<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flights that are <\/span><b>part of a codeshare agreement<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In these cases, airport check-in is mandatory, and arriving early is essential.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Air_India_Web_Check-In_Problems_And_What_Actually_Helps\"><\/span><b>Common Air India Web Check-In Problems (And What Actually Helps)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our analysis of customer support requests shows these are the most common traveler problems:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passport details rejected after a booking change<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seat map failing to load on long-haul aircraft<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check-in window appearing closed earlier than expected<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boarding pass issued but marked incomplete<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What actually helps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waiting 20\u201330 minutes before retrying instead of refreshing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a different browser rather than the same device<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proceeding directly to airport check-in if travel is time-sensitive<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contacting <\/span><b>Tripbeam Customer Support<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as soon as possible<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For USA\u2013India flights, waiting too long to resolve online issues increases the risk of missed departures.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Tripbeam_Helps_With_Air_India_USA%E2%80%93India_Flights\"><\/span><b>How Tripbeam Helps With Air India USA\u2013India Flights<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tripbeam assists travellers booking <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/business-class-flights\"><b>Air India flights from USA and India<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, particularly when check-in issues, last minute changes, or urgent travel windows are involved. Travelers contact Tripbeam customer support to seek help for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Last minute flights from USA to India<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fare and baggage clarification<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rebooking when web check-in problems delay travel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flexible ticket options during emergencies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For USA to India travel where delays are costly, having informed booking support helps reduce uncertainty when plans change unexpectedly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Air_India_Web_Check-in\"><\/span><b>FAQs | Air India Web Check-in<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"customfaq-list\"><div class=\"customfaq-item\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\"><h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_How_early_can_I_do_Air_India_web_check_in\"><\/span><strong>Q1) How early can I do Air India web check in?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p><strong>A)<\/strong> Air India web check-in opens 48 hours before departure for both domestic and international flights. It closes 60 minutes before domestic flights and 120 minutes before international flights.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"customfaq-item\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\"><h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_Can_I_do_Air_India_web_check_in_for_USA_to_India_flights\"><\/span><strong>Q2) Can I do Air India web check in for USA to India flights?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p><strong>A)<\/strong> Yes. Air India web check-in for USA to India flights is available online, but passport and visa verification must be completed at the airport counter.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"customfaq-item\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\"><h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_What_if_Air_India_online_check-in_is_not_working\"><\/span><strong>Q3) What if Air India online check-in is not working?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p><strong>A)<\/strong> If Air India online check-in is not working, try again later or use another browser. If the issue persists, arrive early for airport check-in.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"customfaq-item\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\"><h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_Can_I_select_my_seat_during_Air_India_web_check-in\"><\/span><strong>Q4) Can I select my seat during Air India web check-in?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p><strong>A)<\/strong> Yes\u2014seat selection during Air India web check-in is available on most fares, subject to availability. Early check-in improves seat options on long-haul flights.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"customfaq-item\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\"><h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_Do_I_still_need_to_visit_the_airport_counter_after_web_check-in\"><\/span><strong>Q5) Do I still need to visit the airport counter after web check-in?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p><strong>A)<\/strong> Yes. 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