Hand baggage allowance and check-in procedure for popular airlines 2019

Almost all airlines now have different hand baggage rules and check-in rules which can be confusing at times. For example, you can bring up a cabin baggage and a handbag with one airline while the other does not allow that. We list the rules and check-in procedure of the most popular airlines.

Note: All mentioned guidelines apply to economy class only. When we mention a second bag in the article below, it's referring to a laptop bag or a handbag.

Airlines overview

Air France hand baggage rules

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Air France check in procedure

Check-in open: 30 hours before departure.
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British Airways Hand baggage rules

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British Airways check in procedure

Check-in open: 24 hours before departure.
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Emirates Hand baggage rules

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Emirates check in procedure

Check-in open: 48 hours before departure
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KLM Hand baggage rules

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KLM check in procedure

Check-in open: 30 hours before departure (24 hours for the USA)
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LOT Polish Airlines Hand baggage rules

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LOT check in procedure

Check-in open: 36 hours before departure

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Lufthansa Hand baggage rules

Lufthansa check in procedure

Check-in open: 36 hours before departure
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Singapore Airlines Hand baggage rules

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Singapore Airlines check in procedure

Check-in open: 48 hours before departure
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Scoot Hand baggage rules

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Scoot check in procedure

Check-in open: 72 hours before departure
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Turkish Airlines Hand baggage rules

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Turkish Airlines check in procedure

Check-in open: 24 hours before departure
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United Airlines Hand baggage rules

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United Airlines check in procedure

Check-in open: 24 hours before departure
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So, now hopefully you're aware of the hand luggage rules and check-in procedure. Keep in mind that rules concerning baggage can change quickly. We recommend you to check the airline's website for the latest guide. Book your flight with CheapTickets.sg now.