PAL Airlines — Online Check-in & Flight Status (2025)
Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure. If online check-in isn’t available for your booking or airport, check in at the airport. Carry-on: 1 bag ≤21×9×15 in plus a personal item ≤16×6×13 in. Checked: up to 50 lb total (combined), each piece ≤62 linear inches. Always verify details in the official links below.
Quick official links
As of August 2025: Online check-in opens 24 hours prior. Carry-on: 1 bag ≤21×9×15 in + personal item ≤16×6×13 in. Checked: total up to 50 lb; max size 62 linear inches. Fees vary by fare (e.g., Standard: 1st checked bag $20–$23; 2nd $40–$46). Always confirm on the official pages above.
Flight Status — PAL Airlines
Use PAL’s live status page for today’s flights; confirm on airport screens and your boarding pass.
How to check in
- Try Online Check-in from 24h before departure. If unavailable, use airport check-in.
- Arrive early: aim for ~1.5–2h before departure at busier airports or during peaks.
- Bring ID and booking reference. Weigh bags, pay any fees, and collect your boarding pass (mobile where supported).
- Proceed to security; follow your pass and airport screens for the gate and boarding time.
Some remote stations and partner-operated services may have different procedures. For interline connections (Air Borealis, Air Canada, WestJet), follow the operating carrier’s guidance.
Good to know
- Carry-on: 1 bag ≤21×9×15 in + personal item ≤16×6×13 in. Items must fit overhead/under seat.
- Checked: up to 50 lb total; each piece ≤62 linear inches. Fees depend on fare.
- Fees (example): Standard fare 1st bag $20–$23; 2nd bag $40–$46 (plus taxes).
Baggage — essentials
≤21×9×15 in (1 bag) + personal item ≤16×6×13 in.
Up to 50 lb combined; each piece ≤62 linear inches.
1st bag $20–$23; 2nd $40–$46 (Standard fare; taxes extra).
Carry-on details
- Standard cabin bag must not exceed 21×9×15 in.
- One personal item (e.g., small purse, laptop bag) must not exceed 16×6×13 in.
- Special items (e.g., small instruments) may have additional limits; see PAL’s baggage page.
Checked baggage
- Total checked allowance up to 50 lb (combined across checked bags) with each piece ≤62 linear inches.
- Fees depend on fare: for example, Standard 1st bag $20–$23; 2nd $40–$46; Flexible 1st bag free; Freedom 1st & 2nd free.
- Always verify your allowance in Manage booking before flying.
Verify on official pages: Baggage (carry-on & checked) • Manage booking • Fares & fees.
Interactive tools
Arrival planner
Popular PAL airports — quick info
YYT — St. John’s (Hub)
Primary base for PAL Airlines. Expect peak lines during morning waves; arrive with buffer.
YHZ — Halifax
Major Eastern Canada station; allow extra time for security during busy periods.
YUL — Montréal–Trudeau
Connections within Quebec network; verify terminal/door for regional departures.
YQB — Québec City
Frequent services within Quebec; check discounts under the provincial Regional Air Access program.
YQX — Gander
Regional links across NL; expect ramp-side boarding for some turboprop flights.
YYR — Goose Bay
Key Labrador station; some communities served via partner Air Borealis.
YWK — Wabush
Mining region traffic; weather can impact operations—monitor status closely.
Troubleshooting — when things don’t work
- Online check-in unavailable: try again later or use airport check-in with extra time.
- Over/oversize bags: fees may apply; total checked weight typically up to 50 lb; each piece ≤62 in.
- Partner/connection: if continuing on another carrier, follow their baggage/check-in rules.
Pre-flight checklist (printable)
- ID (government-issued) & itinerary
- Carry-on within 21×9×15 in + personal item 16×6×13 in
- Checked bags within allowance (≤50 lb total; each ≤62 in)
- Online check-in done (opens 24h) or airport time planned
- Gate/boarding time confirmed