MONTREAL — Air Canada is adjusting some check-in cutoff times in an effort to streamline the travel experience.

The changes take effect tomorrow, Sept. 4.

The check-in cutoff time will now be 60 minutes across all sectors, with the exception of YTZ and Air Canada’s Landline bus service from YHM and YKF.

“This change ensures a smoother, more efficient boarding process, giving customers peace of mind as they prepare for takeoff,” said the airline.

A key benefit for status members is that upgrades will be processed 15 minutes earlier enabling those passengers to board with their zone.

Along with the announcement Air Canada included these tips for travellers …

• Check in ahead of time: “Customer may check in from 24 hours before their trip either online at aircanada.com or using our Air Canada mobile app. If they prefer to check- in at the airport, please remind them to arrive well in advance of the check-in deadlines.”
• Get to the airport early: “They will have ample time to check- in, drop off their bags, and navigate through the airport without feeling rushed.”
• Drop off bags: “They can check in their bags as early as 4 hours before their flight’s departure. This helps reduce congestion at security and customs. Remember, once the baggage counter closes, Air Canada can’t accept any more bags. For international flights, the baggage drop-off time is 60 minutes, however for domestic flights customers can drop off their bags up to 45 minutes before departure. For further details, please refer to How to Check-In.”