Iberia allows online check-in starting 24 hours before departure and closing 1 hour before takeoff for most flights. For flights to or from the U.S., U.K., Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and China, online check-in closes 2 hours before departure. At certain airports like Caracas, check-in closes 180 minutes prior, and at Lagos and San José, it closes 90 minutes before departure.

Airport check-in counters typically open 2 to 4 hours before departure depending on the airport and route. For example, in Madrid (Barajas T4), counters for long-haul flights open 3 hours before departure. In Barcelona (T1), check-in generally opens 2 hours before, and at JFK, international check-in may open up to 4 hours prior. Counters usually close 45 minutes before departure for short- and medium-haul flights and 55 to 60 minutes before departure for long-haul routes. For flights from Madrid to Latin America, it’s recommended to arrive 4 hours before departure.

Passengers flying with baggage or requiring special services must check in at the airport. Online check-in may not be available for unaccompanied minors, passengers with pets, or those needing special assistance. Boarding generally starts 20 minutes before departure, and passengers must be at the gate at least 10 minutes prior.

Self-service kiosks are available in several airports in Spain and allow boarding pass printing and bag tagging. These kiosks follow the same timing as counter services and may not be available at all locations. Boarding passes issued online or at kiosks are valid for security and gate access.

Iberia enforces strict check-in and boarding cutoffs. Passengers arriving after check-in or boarding deadlines may be denied boarding without compensation. Always confirm local airport policies and arrival recommendations based on your destination and flight type.