United Airlines Sets 45-Minute Check-In Cutoff for All Domestic Flights Starting June 2025

United Airlines is tightening its check-in rules, requiring all domestic passengers to complete check-ins at least 45 minutes before departure for domestic flights starting June 3, 2025. This marks a significant change for travelers without checked bags, who previously enjoyed a more lenient 30-minute window. The policy eliminates the two-tiered system that gave carry-on-only passengers more flexibility. Now, miss the 45-minute cut-off, and you will be left behind—although you have already cleared security. “The change is to better align with the policies of most other airlines,” United claims. Industry analysts also view this as part of a broader trend among … Continue reading United Airlines Sets 45-Minute Check-In Cutoff for All Domestic Flights Starting June 2025