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Checking in at the Airport
Use these phrases when you arrive at the airport check-in desk.
Key Phrases
Voice
Checking in · 2 ways to say it
I have a flight to London.
casualA very natural way to start the conversation.
I am checking in for my flight.
neutralA clear and standard opening.
Showing your passport · 2 ways to say it
Here you go.
casualSay this as you hand your passport to the staff.
Here is my passport.
neutralTalking about checked bags
I am checking one bag.
neutralTalking about cabin bags · 2 ways to say it
I only have a carry-on.
neutralUS English.
I only have hand luggage.
neutralUK English.
Choosing a seat · 2 ways to say it
Can I get an aisle seat?
casualCould I have a window seat, please?
politeUse 'could' to sound more polite with the staff.
Asking for the gate
What is the gate number?
neutralAsking for the boarding time
What time do we board?
neutralPractice Dialogue
Traveler
Hi, I have a flight to Tokyo.
Agent
Good morning. Passport, please.
Traveler
Here you go.
Agent
Thanks. Are you checking any bags today?
Traveler
Just one. And I have a carry-on.
Agent
Okay. Please put your bag on the scale.
Traveler
Sure. Can I get an aisle seat?
Agent
Let me see. Yes, 14C. Here is your boarding pass.
Traveler
Thank you. What is the gate number?
Agent
It is Gate 22. You will board at 10:15.
Traveler
Great, thanks.