BIA extends passenger check-in time to 4 hours before departure

BIA extends passenger check-in time to 4 hours before departure

October 17, 2025   12:11 pm

Effective from today (17), passengers departing from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake will be permitted to check-in up to four hours prior to their scheduled departure time.

This measure has been introduced to enhance the overall travel experience and ensure a smoother passenger flow at BIA, according to airport authorities.

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