Airport Check-in and Security: what to say in English
Check-in Counter
Hi, I'd like to check in for my flight to Vancouver. Here's my passport.
When checking in for your flight.
Can I get a window seat, please? Or anything with extra legroom.
Requesting a specific seat type.
I have one bag to check and one carry-on. Is that within the limit?
Asking about baggage limits.
Security Check
Do I need to take my laptop out of my bag? What about my shoes?
Inquiring about security procedures.
Sorry, I forgot I had a water bottle. Can I toss it and go through?
Apologizing for a prohibited item.
Waiting and Boarding
Excuse me, is this the gate for the 3:15 flight to Toronto?
Confirming the correct boarding gate.
Has boarding started yet? I heard they changed the gate.
Asking if boarding has begun.
My connecting flight is super tight. Is there any way I can board first?
Requesting priority boarding due to tight schedule.
Key words
boarding pass
A ticket for boarding a plane.
carry-on
A small bag you carry on the plane.
checked bag
A bag you check in for the flight.
connecting flight
A flight you take after another flight.
gate
The place where you board the plane.
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