Jet2 has confirmed a check-in rule at 12 UK airports, including Birmingham Airport, that lets passengers with flights before midday check in and drop off their bags during a four-and-a-half-hour window the evening before departure. The budget airline's twilight check-in service aims to save travellers time on the day of their flight by allowing them to head straight to security upon arrival, bypassing long check-in queues.
How the Twilight Check-In Works
Typically, passengers must arrive at the airport at least two hours before departure and queue at check-in desks to get boarding passes and drop luggage. However, through the twilight service, eligible passengers can complete this process the night before, reducing morning stress. The service is free and available only for flights departing before midday from one of 12 UK airports.
For eligible flights, passengers can drop their bags between 4:30pm and 9pm the evening before travel. They must also check in online via Jet2's website or app, anytime from 28 days up to 24 hours before the flight. Jet2 advises checking in as soon as online check-in opens to avoid missing the window.
Steps to Use the Service
Jet2 explains the process: "Check in online. You need to do this no later than 24 hours before your flight, but to make sure you don't miss out, we recommend you check in as soon as online check-in opens, 28 days before you travel. Drop your bags at the airport. One person in your party can drop off up to six people's bags. Simply take your luggage to the airport between 16:30-21:00 the evening before your flight. Don't forget your boarding passes and passports! Sail straight through to security. On the morning of your flight, bypass check-in and head to security. Relax and enjoy your getaway!"
Airports Offering the Service
The twilight check-in is available seven days a week at the following 12 UK airports: Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Glasgow International, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, Manchester, and Newcastle.
