<P> It is expected that self - service bag drop will be much more common . </P> <P> Usually at the time of check - in, an option of selecting a specific seat is offered, with passengers asked if they prefer a window or an aisle seat . </P> <P> Online Web check - in is one of the simplest check - in process at airports, wherein a passenger could check - in (check - in stands for confirmation) for the flight through the respective airline website . It helps the passenger to save their precious time while boarding the flight within the allotted time for departure . This facility would be available starting 48 hours in advance to 2 hrs before a flight departs . Any passenger holding the confirmed ticket for airline can avail this facility . </P> <P> Online check - in is the process in which passengers confirm their presence on a flight via the Internet and typically print their own boarding passes . Depending on the carrier and the specific flight, passengers may also enter details such as meal options and baggage quantities and select their preferred seating . </P>

What is the point of web check in
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