Pakistan International Airlines Check-in

How can I check in for my PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) flight?

You may check-in for your PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) flight with the following options:

       Online check-in (Web check-in for flights between Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore)

       Mobile check-in

       Curbside check-in for Business Class passengers at Karachi and Lahore airports

       Ticket counter check-in at the airport

 

Does PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) have online web check-in?

Yes, if you are traveling on flights between Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore. You may check-in for your PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) flight online starting 24 hours and ending 3 hours before the scheduled departure time. You must either print or pick up your printed boarding pass at the airport Web Check-In desk. You may use this option if:

  you have an electronic ticket and the first flight is on PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK)

  you may access your reservation with your confirmation code

  you are not a special needs passenger (for example an unaccompanied minor)

Can I check bags with the PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) online web check-in?:  No, you must check bags at the airport baggage drop before the check-in deadline for your flight.

Can I select or change my seat with the PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) online web check-in?:  Yes

 

Does PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) offer mobile check-in?

No

 

Does PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) offer curbside check-in?

Yes, you may check-in for your PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) flight curbside at Karachi and Islamabad Domestic terminals locations from 30 minutes to 4 hours before the scheduled departure time(depending on your departure city and destination).  You will need your photo ID and also your flight reservation code, flight number destination, or electronic ticket number to check-in.  Please check PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) website for an exact list of participating airports.

Can I check bags at PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) curbside check-in?:  Yes

Can I pay bag fees at PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) curbside check-in?:  Yes

Can I select or change my seat at PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) curbside check-in?:  Yes

 

Does PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) offer self-service kiosk check-in?

No

 

Does PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) offer ticket counter check-in?

Yes, you may check-in for your PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) flight at the airport ticket counter to receive a printed boarding pass and check baggage/hold luggage. Check-in at most airport ticket counters closes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes if checking baggage and 45 minutes if not checking baggage before departure time (depending on your departure city and destination).

Can I check bags at the PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) ticket counter check-in?:  Yes

Can I pay bag fees at the PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) ticket counter check-in?  Yes

Can I select or change my seat at the PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) ticket counter check-in?  Yes

 

When do I need to check-in for my PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) flight?

The minimum time to check-in for a PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) flight is: 

  90 minutes before scheduled departure time for Pakistan domestic flights

  3 hours before scheduled departure time for international flights

 

When do I need to arrive at the airport for my PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) flight?

Suggested arrival time: 

  2 hours before scheduled departure time for Pakistan domestic flights

  4 hours before scheduled departure time for international flights

Minimum required check-in time with carry-on baggage?

  45 minutes before scheduled departure time for Pakistan domestic flights

  4 hours before scheduled departure time for international flights

Minimum required check-in time with checked baggage?

  1 hour 20 minutes before scheduled departure time for Pakistan domestic flights

  4 hours before scheduled departure time for international flights

 

When do I need to be at the boarding gate?

Boarding closes at the following times for PIA Pakistan International Airlines (PK) flights:

 

  30 minutes before scheduled departure time for all flights