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Deep breath. Pack slow, sip water, and leave with extra time—you're already ahead!
Simple instructions
- • Keep your government ID and ticket/QR in an easy-to-reach pouch.
- • Check flight status once more and confirm cab or ride options.
- • Tag your bags with your name and phone number.
What to show
- ✅ Any valid photo ID
- ✅ Boarding pass email/app
Staff may ask
- 💬 Where are you flying today?
- 💬 Do you have any heavy or fragile bags?
Mini checklist
- ☑️Keep originals + soft copies of IDs
- ☑️Reach airport 2-3 hours before domestic flights
- ☑️Carry chargers + meds in cabin bag
Confidence tip 💡
Take a quick photo of each bag before you leave—it helps if something looks similar on the belt.
Smile at the CISF guard, show your ID + ticket, and you are inside in seconds.
Simple instructions
- • Join the entry queue and keep your documents in hand.
- • Show the guard your ID and boarding pass (printed or on phone).
- • Walk through the scanner and follow signs to your airline.
What to show
- ✅ Photo ID
- ✅ Boarding pass or airline SMS
Staff may ask
- 💬 Which airline?
- 💬 How many bags are you carrying?
Confidence tip 💡
Hold your phone brightness up so the QR is easy to scan—tiny hack, big difference.
You made it! Friendly airline staff will guide you through the rest.
Simple instructions
- • Queue up under your airline’s logo or use a kiosk if available.
- • Share your booking reference or show the QR.
- • Collect your printed boarding pass if you need one.
What to show
- ✅ Photo ID
- ✅ Booking reference or PNR
Staff may ask
- 💬 Window or aisle?
- 💬 Any bags to check in?
Mini checklist
- ☑️Weigh bags if unsure
- ☑️Mention fragile items
- ☑️Ask for seats together if traveling in a group
Confidence tip 💡
Place your cabin bag on the floor and stand relaxed—staff can tell when you're calm and ready.
Pop your suitcase on the belt, watch the weight, and you’re done!
Simple instructions
- • Lift your suitcase onto the weighing belt when called.
- • Answer any questions about lithium batteries or fragile pieces.
- • Collect the baggage tag sticker—keep it safe until you land.
What to show
- ✅ Boarding pass
- ✅ Bag tag once printed
Staff may ask
- 💬 Did you pack this yourself?
- 💬 Any power banks inside?
Mini checklist
- ☑️Remove old tags
- ☑️Lock the bag
- ☑️Carry valuables in cabin
Confidence tip 💡
Stick the baggage receipt on your passport cover so it never gets lost.
This is the busiest zone but also the friendliest. Officers guide travelers all day long.
Simple instructions
- • Place laptop, power bank, and liquids in separate trays.
- • Empty pockets into the tray and walk through the scanner when asked.
- • Collect everything calmly—no rush!
What to show
- ✅ Boarding pass
- ✅ ID if asked
Staff may ask
- 💬 Any liquids?
- 💬 Is this your laptop?
Mini checklist
- ☑️Remove laptop & power bank
- ☑️Liquids under 100 ml in a clear pouch
- ☑️Keep belt/watch handy to remove if asked
Confidence tip 💡
Stack trays neatly and breathe—you’re doing exactly what every flyer does.
Gate numbers shine on the big screens—follow them like treasure maps!
Simple instructions
- • Check the departure screens (“FIDS”) for your gate and boarding time.
- • Follow overhead signs or ask any airport helper.
- • Use restrooms, refill water, and charge your phone near the gate.
What to show
- ✅ Boarding pass for gate access
Staff may ask
- 💬 Need help with directions?
- 💬 Would you like assistance boarding?
Mini checklist
- ☑️Keep phone on loud for airline alerts
- ☑️Note nearby snacks
- ☑️Boarding pass tucked in front pocket
Confidence tip 💡
Set a timer for boarding time +10 minutes so you’re always early, never rushed.
Final stretch! Crew members will greet you with a smile—smile right back. 😊
Simple instructions
- • Queue when your zone/row is called.
- • Scan your boarding pass at the gate or show it to the agent.
- • Follow the aerobridge or shuttle bus to the plane.
What to show
- ✅ Boarding pass QR
- ✅ ID if asked
Staff may ask
- 💬 Any cabin bag to tag?
- 💬 Do you need help finding your seat?
Mini checklist
- ☑️Keep jacket and small pouch handy
- ☑️Stow heavier bag overhead
- ☑️Seatbelt on once seated
Confidence tip 💡
Keep earphones off for a minute—you can hear seat directions clearly and settle faster.
Need more reassurance?
Browse our detailed rules on baggage, liquids, first-time IDs, and more.