LUX Airport Live Departures
Checking in at Luxembourg Airport
Most departures at Luxembourg Airport take place in Terminal A because Terminal B only handles flights with a small number of passengers. All check-in and security procedures occur in Terminal A, Level 0, where passengers can find their airline’s counters, self-check-in kiosks, and various baggage drop areas.
While it is possible to check in in person at Luxembourg Airport, airlines recommend doing it online to save time and avoid paying extra fees for the boarding pass to be issued on the spot. Online check-in is generally available 24 to 30 hours before departure.
Luxembourg Airport Departures – The check-in counters are on Level 0, and the boarding gates are on Level 1.
When to arrive at Luxembourg Airport?
Departures at Luxembourg Airport can be busy, especially during peak times and seasons like summer. To allow enough time for check-in and security, it’s best to arrive at least 2 hours before your Schengen flight and 3 hours before international flights. To gauge the current busyness and estimate the time needed for your departure checks, take a look at the Luxembourg Airport departures for today and tomorrow above.
What’s next?
After checking in and dropping your baggage off, you will proceed to passport controls if flying to a destination outside the Schengen zone. Have all your travel documents ready to facilitate the checks.
After passport controls (or directly after dropping off your bag if flying to a Schengen destination), you will go through the security checks. You will have to remove any electronic devices, belts, hats, and coats from your bag and place them on a tray to be X-rayed. Remember that all liquids can not exceed 100 ml and have to be stored in a clear resealable bag.
What to do in Departures at Luxembourg Airport?
There are many things to do before and after checking in. You can indulge in last-minute duty-free shopping or simply relax with a coffee and a pretzel. The terminal offers seating areas, charging stations, and free Wi-Fi. If you’ve booked access, you can find the airport lounge on Level 0. Additionally, there are several Luxembourg Airport departure boards where you can check your flight’s status and boarding gate.
You can refer to this interactive Luxembourg Airport Departures map to locate a specific shop or service.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to get to Luxembourg Airport?
You can take buses 6, 16, and 29 from the city centre, which all stop at Luxembourg Airport. The journey lasts around 20 minutes but can be longer, depending on your departure address and not including waiting time and stops. For a quickest transfer, you can opt for an airport taxi. The trip duration is approximately 15 minutes in regular traffic.