Check-in for connecting flights

Codeshare Flights

Codeshare is an agreement between two airlines, where one operates the flight and other markets this flight and issue tickets for it as if they were operating the flight themselves. For codeshare flights, always check in with the airline operating the first flight of your journey.

Examples:

• If you book a flight from Riga to Catania via Rome with airBaltic, and the first leg (Riga–Rome) is operated by airBaltic, you’ll need to check in with airBaltic for the entire journey.
• On your return journey (Catania–Rome–Riga), if the first leg (Catania–Rome) is operated by ITA Airways, you should check in via ITA Airways.
• For direct flights, such as Riga–Istanbul operated by Turkish Airlines, check in directly with Turkish Airlines.

Interline flights

An interline agreement is a form of mutual acceptance of travel documentation and baggage for transportation. It gives the right to one airline to issue tickets on the flights of another carrier. For interline flights, check in with the airline operating the first segment of your journey.

Examples:

• If you book a flight from Riga to New York via Amsterdam, and the first leg (Riga–Amsterdam) is operated by airBaltic, check in with airBaltic for whole journey.
• On your return journey (New York–Amsterdam–Riga), if the first leg (New York–Amsterdam) is operated by Delta Air Lines, you’ll need to check in with Delta Air lines for whole journey.

Important Notes

• Double-check your itinerary: Confirm whether your check-in covers your entire journey. Some airlines may have different check-in policies and allowances, as well opening time for online check-in  less than 24h before the flight, please always verify with the operating carrier.
• Boarding passes: Ensure you have boarding passes for all segments of your trip. If boarding passes for subsequent flights are not provided, you may need to check in online later  or at the transition airport—this is free of charge.
• Baggage policies: Baggage rules and fees may vary between partner airlines. Make sure to review the operating carrier’s baggage policies before your flight.
• Departure times: Always keep track of your departure times to ensure a smooth connection.