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How do I scan my boarding pass?

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Eleanor Gray

Updated on April 25, 2026

Using a mobile boarding pass is easy:
  1. Check in for your flight at least one hour before your scheduled departure.
  2. During check-in, select how you'd like to receive your mobile pass: email, text message or view in browser.
  3. Save the pass to your device.
  4. Present your mobile pass at security checkpoints and during boarding.

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Also to know is, how do I scan my boarding pass with my phone?

  1. STEP 1 — At the security check, hold your phone so the screen is above the scanner.
  2. STEP 2 — The scanner will read the QR code and, if everything matches up, you'll see a green light and will be able to get through.

Also Know, can I take a picture of my boarding pass and use it? Most airlines offer the option of a mobile boarding pass as an alternative to printing yours or picking up a paper copy at the airport. The incident taught me a vital lesson: always take a screen shot of your boarding pass. You can also save it to your Apple Wallet app on iOS, or PassWallet on Android, for remote use.

Similarly, you may ask, how does a boarding pass on your phone work?

A mobile boarding pass works just like a paper ticket. It contains your name, flight number and a QR code that can be scanned by TSA agents as well as by flight staff before you board the plane.

Is printed boarding pass necessary?

In some cases, flyers can check in online and print the boarding passes themselves. A boarding pass may be required for a passenger to enter a secure area of an airport. Generally, a passenger with an electronic ticket will only need a boarding pass.

Related Question Answers

Is boarding pass same as ticket?

Your boarding pass is your “ticket” to board the plane, but technically your ticket is generated as an “e-ticket,” or an electronic ticket, when you book your flight. Your boarding pass will be generated upon check-in, either online or at the check-in counter.

Can you use PDF boarding pass on phone?

Download the Easyjet app, and then you'll get a proper mobile boarding pass. You can't use the PDF that is meant to be printed on your mobile.

Can I print my boarding pass at home?

Online check-in lets you check in from your home or office and print your own boarding pass. Check-in is available starting 24 hours before your scheduled departure. Required timing for check-in, baggage check and boarding may vary based on your departure airport and destination.

Can you print boarding pass at airport?

Yes, You can print your boarding pass at the airport. You're thus able to print your boarding pass at the check-in desk in the airport. From the American Airlines FAQ: you can print a boarding pass before you head to the airport or from any self-service kiosk once you're there.

What's in a boarding pass barcode?

Passenger Name Records are essentially a temporary password issued by airlines, that are used to coordinate global travel, printed inside all boarding pass barcodes and on all luggage tags. For instance, on every piece of luggage you have your last name and the six-digit (PNR) code.”

How do I get my boarding pass at the airport?

Steps
  1. Arrive at the airport 2-3 hours before your flight.
  2. Find your airline's check-in counter and get in line.
  3. Provide the check-in agent with identification and flight information.
  4. Receive your boarding pass and drop off any bags you are checking.
  5. Check your boarding pass for your gate number and proceed to security.

Do I need print out of boarding pass?

If you can't, don't worry. A lot of low cost airlines (like Indigo and Go Air) have kiosks at the airport which will let you print out your boarding pass. If not, simply show your ID and booking confirmation at your airline's counter at the airport to get a boarding pass.

What to do at airport if you check in online?

If you're checking-in online, travel without a checked bag and go to the airport with your printed boarding pass (or a digital copy on your phone), you can go straight to the gate and skip the counter. No need to come too early at the airport!

How do I make a boarding pass?

Generally, mobile boarding passes are accessible starting 24 hours before departure. Log onto the airline's website and check in for the flight. Once you're checked in, the site should offer the option to send you a mobile boarding pass by text or email or using the airline's app.

How do I get my boarding pass on my iPhone?

How to add a boarding pass to your iPhone Wallet
  1. Download or update the app for your specific airline and open it.
  2. If you've checked in, your itinerary should show up when you open your trip.
  3. Check in to your flight.
  4. When you have your boarding pass, you should see a button to "Add to Apple Wallet." Tap on it.
  5. It will ask you to confirm the addition.

Can I fold my boarding pass?

Re: OK to fold my boarding pass? There is usually enough redundancy built into the barcode that a little bit of folding will not cause a problem. If you have a smartphone (and your airport and airline do mobile boarding passes) then you might try saving the BP to your smartphone as a backup to the paper.

Does a screenshot of a barcode work?

If you're talking about a screenshot, i.e. a capture of your device's screen into a static image, then that'll work just fine. It's still the same digital image regardless of whether you display it in an app, in a confirmation e-mail or as a static image from your Photos app.

Can I use a screenshot of my train ticket?

When you attend events you'll need to display your tickets on your mobile phone. Your barcode includes technology to protect it, so you won't be able to use screenshots or print outs. This ticket has you covered.