Check-in

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Check-in & baggage drop options at the airport

Depending on the airline, various check-in options are available to you:

  • Online check-in conveniently from home or while on the go
  • Check-in kiosks directly at the airport
  • Partially also personally staffed check-in counters directly at the airport


For check-in, you will need:

  1. A valid identity document (depending on the destination, either an identity card or passport)
  2. your booking number (booking reference or e-ticket number)
  3. if applicable, visa information (depending on the destination)and additional documents (e.g., for travel with children).

Important: If you are carrying goods or cash amounts that must be declared, you can find the relevant information on the check-in and customs procedures here.


How to check-in your luggage

Please consult your airline to determine which baggage drop-off options are available for your flight:

After checking in your luggage, you will receive a baggage receipt. Please keep this carefully, as it serves as proof of your checked baggage.


Security check and route to the gate

After check-in and baggage drop-off, proceed to the security checkpoint. From there, you will directly reach your departure gate.


Plan enough time before your departure

Allow sufficient time for your arrival, baggage check-in and the control procedures at the airport. There can always be very high passenger volumes and therefore longer waiting times at individual points. There may also be traffic delays and congestion on the roads around the airport due to construction work.

Tip: Be in the terminal early, but not before the counters open. You can find out from your airline how long before departure the counters open.

Woman on the way to the check-in counter

Check-in areas at Munich Airport

On your ticket you will find the area where you can receive your boarding pass and deposit your luggage:

  • T1A, T1B, T1C, T1D, T1E means that you check-in at Terminal 1 in modules A, B, C, D or E.
  • Terminal 1Z or T1Z means that you check-in at the check-in counters in the Munich Airport Center (MAC).
  • T2 means that you check-in in the central departure hall of Terminal 2.

For an overview of all areas of the airport, see our interactive map.

Online and mobile check-in

For many routes you can select your seat online or with your mobile device and print out your own boarding card. For further information, please contact your airline.

In addition, Munich Airport offers passengers of many airlines the option of checking in their luggage themselves. If possible, use this self-service bag drop option and save valuable time.

Night-before check-in

    Some airlines permit passengers to check in their baggage on the evening prior to their departure from Munich. You will need your passport or official ID card and your ticket.

    Please note that most airlines accept night-before check - in only for departures before noon on the following day.

    Some airlines charge a fee for night-before check-in - please check with your airline.

      Services for an easy and comfortable check-in