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Norse Atlantic Airways Boarding Pass and Check-in Times
Norse Atlantic Airways is a Norwegian long-haul low-cost carrier connecting Europe with North America, the Caribbean and Asia on its Boeing 787 Dreamliners. On flights this long, check-in is worth sorting out ahead of time: seat, travel documents and baggage should all be settled before you reach the counter. This page brings together what you need to know about Norse check-in times, the boarding pass and the steps to take at the airport.
When Norse check-in opens and closes
On Norse Atlantic Airways flights, online check-in generally opens several hours before departure and closes well ahead of boarding. The exact time is shown on your booking confirmation and can vary depending on the departure airport, so check it rather than relying on a general rule.
At airport counters, expect a strict cut-off, with the exact time depending on the airport and the flight. A passenger who arrives after the counter has closed will not be accepted, even with a boarding pass already in hand.
In practice, for a transatlantic Norse flight, arrive with plenty of time to spare if you have a bag to check or documents to have verified, and use the time shown on your booking as your reference point.
Checking in online or through the Norse app
Online check-in is done through the airline's official website, in the "My Booking" section, using the booking reference and passenger name. Norse also offers a mobile app where the boarding pass can be stored.
A few things worth knowing before you start:
- Passport details (number, nationality, expiry date) are requested for international flights, and the entry must be complete to finish the process.
- For the United States, the ESTA or visa must be valid at the time of check-in.
- Seat selection is a paid extra with Norse on the lowest fares; if you don't pay for a seat, one is assigned to you automatically.
- Certain situations generally can't be handled online and are referred to the counter: special assistance, an animal in the cabin, an unaccompanied minor, group travel, or a ticket changed shortly before departure.
The Norse Atlantic Airways boarding pass
Once check-in is confirmed, the boarding pass is available as a mobile version or a PDF to print. It shows the passenger's name, flight number, boarding time and seat number.
The mobile format isn't accepted everywhere: some airports still require a paper version or a check at the counter before security. If you're unsure of the rules at your departure airport, printing the boarding pass remains the safest option.
On flights to the United States, travel documents (passport, ESTA or visa) are checked before boarding, and this can take place at the counter. Plan for this step even if you're travelling without checked baggage.
Baggage, counters and bag drop
With Norse Atlantic Airways, the baggage allowance depends directly on the fare purchased. On the lowest fares, checked baggage and sometimes a larger cabin bag are paid extras, generally cheaper when bought at booking than at the airport.
| Step | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Bag drop | Norse's "Bag Drop" counter, to be completed before check-in closes for the flight |
| Cabin baggage | Size and weight depend on the fare purchased, with possible checks at the gate |
| Excess or unplanned baggage | Fees charged at the airport, generally higher than the online rate |
Bag drop closes before the check-in counter's closing time, so being checked in online doesn't mean you can skip queuing for bag drop, which is often long during peak transatlantic travel times.
Connections, issues and special cases
Norse does not offer through check-in on connections booked via its Norse Connections platform, powered by Dohop. The airline states: "You will need to collect and recheck your baggage at Norse check-in (if connecting to a Norse flight) or with our partner airline (if connecting to their flight)." It's also noted that all connecting flights require visa clearance to enter the transit country. Allow enough connection time accordingly.
If online check-in rejects your booking, the most common causes are a name entered differently from the one on the passport, a ticket still awaiting payment, a rescheduled flight, or a status requiring a manual check. In these cases, the Norse counter can sort things out, provided you arrive early.
In the event of a delay or cancellation, keep your booking open in "My Booking": this is where the new boarding pass appears once you've been rebooked. Finally, a traveller who would rather not keep track of when check-in opens can have it done by iBoardingPass, which checks in automatically as soon as it opens and sends the boarding pass by email.
Frequently asked questions
When can I check in for a Norse Atlantic Airways flight?
Online check-in opens several hours before departure and closes before boarding. The exact time depends on the flight and airport, and is shown on your booking confirmation. For a long-haul flight, it's best to take care of it as soon as it opens rather than on departure day.
Do I need to print my Norse boarding pass?
The boarding pass is available as a mobile version and as a printable PDF. Some airports still require a paper document or a check at the counter. If you're not sure of the rules at your departure airport, printing remains the safest option.
Is online check-in enough for a Norse flight to the United States?
Not always. Your passport and ESTA or visa must be valid, and the airline may require a document check at the counter before boarding, even without checked baggage. Allow extra time at the airport.
What happens if I miss the check-in cut-off?
A passenger who arrives after the counter has closed will not be accepted on the flight, even if checked in online. You'll need to contact Norse customer service to look into a possible rebooking, with conditions depending on the ticket purchased.
Can I choose my seat during Norse check-in?
Seat selection is a paid extra on Norse Atlantic Airways' lowest fares. Without a seat purchase, a seat is assigned automatically at check-in.
Is my baggage checked through to my final destination on a connection?
On itineraries booked via Norse Connections, no: you need to collect your baggage and recheck it with Norse or the partner airline during the layover. Factor this into your connection time.
Other airlines
The information on this page is taken from the airlines' official websites and dated item by item.