Philippine Airlines — Online Check-in & Flight Status (2025)
Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 1h before domestic and 1h15m before international flights. Airport counters: plan to arrive about ~2h (domestic) and ~3h (international). Counter cut-off: 45m domestic / 60m international. Carry-on: 1×7 kg (56×36×23). Checked: allowance varies by route & fare; no single piece >32 kg.
Quick official links
As of August 2025: Online check-in 24h→1h (domestic) / 24h→1h15m (international). Counters close: 45m domestic / 60m international. Carry-on: 1×7 kg (56×36×23). Checked: varies by route & fare; no single piece >32 kg. Always verify on the official pages above.
Flight Status — Philippine Airlines
Use PAL’s live status page for today’s flights; confirm on airport screens and your boarding pass.
How to check in
- Use Online Check-in from 24h before departure; finish before 1h (domestic) or 1h15m (international).
- Arrive early: aim for ~2h (domestic) and ~3h (international). Airport counters close 45m/60m.
- Bring ID/passport and booking reference. Weigh bags, pay any excess, and collect your boarding pass (digital OK where available).
- Proceed to security/immigration; follow your pass and screens for gate time (most gates close ~15m; Caticlan/Boracay often 30m prior).
Windows and cut-offs can vary by airport. If your flight is operated by a partner, follow the operating carrier’s rules.
Good to know
- Carry-on 1×7 kg (56×36×23) + small personal item; pack valuables in cabin bag.
- Gate closure: usually 15m before departure; Caticlan (MPH) gates may close 30m prior.
- Checked: no single piece over 32 kg; domestic allowances depend on fare brand; most international routes use a weight concept; to/from the Americas use a piece concept.
Baggage — essentials
1×7 kg (56×36×23) + small personal item.
1h (domestic) / 1h15m (international).
45m (domestic) / 60m (international).
Allowance varies by route & fare; no single piece >32 kg.
Carry-on details
- One cabin bag up to 7 kg and within 56×36×23 cm plus a small personal item (purse/laptop). Pack valuables and important documents in your carry-on.
- Airport security may require removal of power banks, laptops, and liquids (LAGs rules apply).
Checked baggage
- Domestic: allowance varies by fare brand (e.g., Economy Saver typically lower than Flex). Check your ticket or Manage booking.
- International: most routes use a weight concept; to/from the Americas use a piece concept. No single piece over 32 kg.
- Consider pre-purchasing extra allowance where available to save versus airport rates.
Verify on official pages: Carry-on basics • Baggage allowance • Manage booking.
Interactive tools
Arrival planner
Popular PAL airports — quick info
MNL — Manila (NAIA) — T1 International / T2 Domestic
PAL international flights generally use Terminal 1; domestic flights use Terminal 2. Allow ample transfer time between terminals.
CEB — Mactan–Cebu (T1 Domestic / T2 International)
Domestic flights operate from T1; international from T2. Check your boarding pass for the correct terminal and gate.
CRK — Clark International
Popular alternative to Manila; arrive ~3h for international departures. Verify terminal assignment on your itinerary.
DVO — Davao (Francisco Bangoy)
Busy domestic station; follow gate time on your pass. Usual gate closure around 15m pre-departure.
LAX — Los Angeles (TBIT)
International counters commonly open ~3h and close 60m prior. Online check-in 24h→1h15m.
SFO — San Francisco (INTL)
Arrive ~3h; piece concept usually applies on US routes. Check baggage allowance in Manage booking.
Troubleshooting — when things don’t work
- Missed cut-off: counters close 45m (domestic) / 60m (international); ask for rebooking options.
- Overweight/oversize: no single piece >32 kg; pre-purchase extra where available.
- Gate bag check: large/overstuffed cabin bags may be checked; always keep valuables in cabin.
- Codeshare/partner: follow the operating carrier’s check-in and baggage rules.
Pre-flight checklist (printable)
- ID/passport & visas as required
- Booking reference / itinerary
- Carry-on within allowance (1×7 kg; 56×36×23)
- Checked bags within allowance shown in Manage booking (no piece >32 kg)
- Online check-in completed (24h→1h domestic / 24h→1h15m international)
- Gate/boarding time confirmed (most gates close ~15m; Caticlan often 30m)