Air Canada has introduced an earlier check-in cut-off time for anywhere the airline flies.
Travellers flying domestically and internationally must check in 60 minutes before all flights instead of 45 minutes (the current cut-off time). The new rule goes into effect on Wednesday, Sept. 4.
Only air passengers departing from the Toronto Island (YTZ) airport will have a shorter check-in cut-off time (20 minutes).
Air Canada says it is notifying customers of the new check-in deadlines.
"This change ensures a smoother, more efficient boarding and baggage loading process, and gives everyone peace of mind in preparation for takeoff," the airline told V.I.A.
Travellers can drop off their bags as early as four hours before departure, reducing "congestion at security and customs."
Air Canada cautions that it cannot accept additional bags for a flight once the baggage deadline has passed.
