How do you get a boarding pass for a connecting flight?

The most convenient way of reaching a destination is undoubtedly the airways, and it can be even better when it is a direct flight. However, it is not always possible to get a direct flight to your destination. In that case, passengers can have questions regarding checking in for their connecting flight and how to get a boarding pass. In this article, we will discuss the information you will need to get a boarding pass for the connecting flights. 

How do connecting flights work?

These are flights where passengers have to change flights at an intermediate airport called layover cities. Generally, when a connecting flight is booked on a single ticket, passengers must go through another check-in and get a new boarding pass. This process can be a little tricky, but passengers can ask for guidance and assistance from the airport instructions and signs. 

How do you get a new boarding pass to connect flights?

When a connecting flight lands at a layover city, passengers must print a new boarding pass to get onto the new flight. Usually, passengers have to follow this procedure  for flights that go on an international route because re-entering security is needed. For the convenience of the passengers, there are three methods that are required to issue a new boarding pass. Let's look at these methods. 

Get the boarding pass through the check-in counter: 

This is the classic method of getting a new boarding pass to check-in for the new flight. However, it requires some steps to be followed to print a new boarding pass. Let's look at the steps. 

• After landing, it is suggested that you locate your airline's check-in counter and get in the queue. 
• There, you have to submit the information about the flights and your identification. 
• The agent on the check-in counter will provide you with the boarding pass. 
• Then you have to drop off your luggage for checking. 
• Locate the gate and head towards the security check. 

Get the boarding pass through the self-serve kios: 

Self-service kiosks are the interactive-touchscreen devices which will allows the passengers to check-in on thier own. To print a new boarding pass through this it requires some steps to be followed that are mentioned below. 

• After landing at the airport, you have to look for the self-service kiosks. 
• Get in the line of the passengers although, the line will be comparatively shorter than the usual check-in counter line. 
• Instructions will be shown on the screen, and you have to follow the steps accordingly. 
• Print the boarding pass and locate your gate. 
• Go to your gate and security check.

Get the boarding pass through the online method: 

Airlines offer online check-in method for the convenience of the passengers. Out of all the methods and ways this the easiest method because you do not have to get in a line or wait just download it and move further. 

• To download the boarding pass online, you will have to open the official website and fill out the application. 
• Follow the instructions you will see on your screen and download the e-boarding pass. 
• You e-boarding pass will have all the details you will be needing. Look at the gate number and proceed for the check-in. 
• Drop your check-in bags and luggage and go through security. 
• At security, you will have to scan the QR code to verify your identity. 

Make your connecting flight experience smoother.

There are some things passengers can keep in mind in order to make a hassle-free experience.

• Passengers should take a screenshot of their pass. 
• Note down the important numbers mentioned on the pass. 
• Keep your documents handy, including the flight information. 
• Have the airline's customer service number.