For instructions on how to read an Airline Boarding Pass, see the details below:
Basic Passenger Information
• Name: Full passenger name (must match ID/passport exactly)
• Gender: Male/Female (rare on some passes)
• Booking Reference/PNR: 6-digit code for booking management
Flight Core Information
• Airline Name & Logo: Operating airline
• Flight Number: e.g., CA123, MU567
• Departure Airport: Airport name + 3-letter IATA code
• Arrival Airport: Destination airport & code
• Departure Time: Scheduled take-off time (local time)
• Arrival Time: Scheduled landing time (local time)
• Date: Flight travel date
Luggage & Status
• Checked Baggage: Allowed luggage weight/pieces
• Hand Carry: Cabin baggage allowance
• Baggage Tag No: Number for checked luggage tracking
• Flight Status: On time / Delayed / Cancelled
Seat & Boarding Details
• Gate Number: Boarding gate at the airport
• Boarding Time: Start time to get on board
• Seat Number: e.g. 12A, 25K (letter = window/middle/aisle)
• Class: Cabin class (First/Business/Premium/Economy)
• Zone/Group: Boarding group for priority boarding
Simple tips:
1. Arrive at the gate 30 mins before boarding ends
2. Double-check name & flight date to avoid mistakes
3. Local time is used for all time marks
