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EVA Air Check In Information: How Early You Can Check In

EVA Air offers several convenient check in options depending on your departure location, travel needs, and preferences. Whether you prefer online check in, kiosks, or the traditional airport counter, understanding the timing for each method can help ensure a smooth travel experience.

1. Online and Mobile Check In

EVA Air allows online and mobile check in for most international routes. This is the most convenient option for most travelers.

Timing:

Opens: 48 hours before scheduled departure

Closes: 60 minutes before departure

Once you complete online check in, you can download your boarding pass directly from the EVA Air website or app. If you're not checking bags, you may proceed directly to the security checkpoint and boarding gate, but you must arrive at the gate no later than 30 minutes before departure.

Restrictions:

Online check in is not available if:

Your itinerary includes code share or charter flight segments

You are traveling with infants or unaccompanied minors

You need special assistance

Your ticket is issued as a paper ticket

You are part of a group booking with more than 9 passengers

In these cases, you must check in at the airport counter.

2. Automated Check In

EVA Air also offers an automated check in feature for eligible passengers. If enabled, you will be automatically checked in 48 hours prior to departure and receive your boarding pass via email or the mobile app.

This feature is especially convenient for frequent flyers or business travelers who want to minimize manual steps prior to their flight.

3. Airport Self Service Kiosks

Self service kiosks are available at many airports served by EVA Air. These kiosks allow passengers to:

Check in

Select or change seats

Print boarding passes and baggage tags

Timing:

Open: Approximately 3 hours before departure

Close: 60 minutes before departure

Kiosks are best suited for travelers without special service needs. If you require assistance, are traveling with infants, or are part of a large group, you must use the manned check in counters.

At major hubs like Taipei Taoyuan International Airport, kiosks are generally available from 5:00 AM and close 60 minutes before the flight.

4. Airport Counter Check In

Traditional airport check in counters are available for all passengers and are recommended for those who:

Require special assistance

Are traveling with children or pets

Have complex itineraries

Need to check in manually

Timing:

Counter opening time: Usually 3 to 4 hours before departure

Counter closing time: 60 minutes before scheduled departure (may be 40 minutes at smaller stations)

EVA Air recommends arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before your flight, especially for international departures or during peak travel seasons.

If you are traveling with checked baggage, the same timing applies. Check in counters and baggage drop services open together and close at least 60 minutes before departure.

5. Bag Drop Timing

If you complete online or kiosk check in, but have checked baggage, you must still visit a bag drop counter.

General Guidelines:

Opens: Typically 3 hours before departure

Closes: 60 minutes before departure

At Taipei Taoyuan Airport, for example, EVA Air’s bag drop counters usually open exactly 3 hours before the flight. Staff may not accept baggage earlier than that.

Summary of Check In Timings

Method Opens Closes Notes

Online / Mobile Check In 48 hours before departure 60 minutes before departure Not available for certain passengers and itineraries

Automated Check In 48 hours before departure Not applicable Sends boarding pass automatically

Self Service Kiosk Approximately 3 hours before 60 minutes before departure Limited to eligible travelers

Airport Counter Check In 3 to 4 hours before departure 60 minutes before departure Closes 40 minutes prior at some small airports

Bag Drop (at counter) Typically 3 hours before departure 60 minutes before departure Must be completed even if checked in online

Additional Notes and Traveler Experiences

Passengers departing from Taipei Taoyuan report that EVA staff often do not allow check in or baggage drop earlier than 3 hours before departure.

In rare cases, some travelers have been able to drop bags as early as 4 hours before the flight, but this is not guaranteed and depends on airport staff discretion.

Always confirm local airport guidelines if traveling from smaller or non primary airports.

Recommendations

Check in online or via the mobile app as soon as the 48 hour window opens to secure your seat and avoid lines at the airport.

Arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before departure, especially if you are checking baggage or traveling during peak periods.

Use self service kiosks if you qualify, as they can save time and reduce waiting.

Be aware of restrictions related to online or kiosk check in and plan accordingly.