Emirates check-in, baggage and contact help
Prepare for your Emirates journey with official check-in, baggage and flight-status tools. Your surname and booking reference open your booking online.
Official airline tools
Before you open the airline's website
- Have each passenger's surname and the airline booking reference ready.
- If another airline operates your first flight, follow its check-in instructions.
- Online check-in does not replace baggage drop or airport document checks.
Questions and answers
Can I check in with Emirates if another airline operates my first flight?
Emirates says its online check-in is unavailable when the first flight is not operated by Emirates. Check the operating carrier on your itinerary and follow that airline's instructions.
Do I still need to drop bags after checking in online?
Yes, if you have checked baggage. Follow the airport-arrival and bag-drop instructions for your flight. Completing online check-in does not remove those steps.
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Last checked: 2026-09-13