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China Eastern Airlines (MU)

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Everything you need to know about flying with China Eastern Airlines. Check-in deadlines, boarding times, and expert tips to make your China Eastern Airlines flight smooth and stress-free.

Check-in & Boarding Timeline

Online Check-in

Opens48hbefore departure
Closes45mbefore departure

Airport Check-in

Opens3hbefore departure
Closes45mbefore departure

Boarding

Opens30mbefore departure
Closes15mbefore departure
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Airport-Specific Exceptions

Airport Check-in
Domestic
Closes40m5m
International
Closes40m5m
Boarding
Domestic
Closes20m+5m
International
Closes20m+5m

Stricter cut-off times for both check-in (40 min) and boarding (20 min) at these major airports.

Travel Tips

Recommendation

Arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before domestic and 3 hours before international flights for check-in, baggage, security, and queuing.

Recommendation

Be at the security checkpoint at least 40 minutes before departure, and at the boarding gate at least 30 minutes before departure. Plan extra time for large/busy terminals.

Recommendation

Double-check passport, visa validity, and immigration permissions before international travel. Ensuring valid documents is the passenger's responsibility.

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