First-Time Flying: Airport-to-Seat Survival Guide
April 16, 2026·6 min read
First-Time Flying Guide
Arrive 2-3 hours early
International check-in closes 90 min before boarding.
Check-in → bag drop
Machines are fastest. Typical 23kg × 1 bag.
Security
Liquids ≤100ml. Power banks carry-on only.
Passport → gate
Face-recognition gates common now. Gate 30 min before.
Onboard
Seatbelt, meals, jetlag. Sleep app and neck pillow help.