How can I check in for my Rossiya Airlines flight?
NOTE: Rossiya codeshares with Aeroflot. If your flight number is SU6001-6999, then you must check-in with Aeroflot.
You may check-in for your Rossiya Airlines flight with the following options:
- Online check-in (Web check-in)
- Self-service kiosk check-in at the airport
- Ticket counter check-in at the airport
Does Rossiya Airlines have online web check-in?
Yes, you may check-in for your Rossiya Airlines domestic or international flight online starting 24 hours and ending 45 minutes before the scheduled departure time (depending on your departure city and destination) to receive a printable boarding pass. You may use this option if:
- you have an electronic ticket and the first flight is on Rossiya Airlines
- your flight number is FV5501-5949
- you may access your reservation with your confirmation code, frequent flyer number, or e-ticket number
- you are not a special needs passenger (for example an unaccompanied minor)
Can I check bags with the Rossiya Airlines online web check-in?: Yes, you may check bags but you must drop them at the airport baggage drop or check-in desk before the check-in deadline for your flight.
Can I pay bag fees with the Rossiya Airlines online web check-in?: No, fees must be paid at the airport check-in counter
Can I select or change my seat with the Rossiya Airlines online web check-in?: Yes
Does Rossiya Airlines offer mobile check-in?
No, however, if your flight is a Rossiya codeshare flight on Aeroflot flights SU6001-6999, then you may use the Aeroflot mobile app to check-in. Please note that you must print a boarding pass for travel.
Does Rossiya Airlines offer self-service kiosk check-in?
Yes, self-service kiosk check-in for Rossiya flights is available at Moscow Vnukovo (VKO), Saint Petersburg Pulkovo (LED), and Sochi (AER). You may check-in for your Rossiya Airlines domestic or international flight at the airport self-service kiosk beginning 24 hours and closing 45 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time (depending on your departure city and destination) to receive a printed boarding pass.
Can I check bags with the Rossiya Airlines self-service kiosk check-in?: Yes
Can I pay bag fees with the Rossiya Airlines self-service kiosk check-in?: No
Can I select or change my seat with the Rossiya Airlines self-service kiosk check-in?: Yes
Does Rossiya Airlines offer ticket counter check-in?
Yes, you may check-in for your Rossiya Airlines domestic or international flight at the airport ticket counter to receive a printed boarding pass and check baggage/hold luggage. You may check-in at most airport ticket counters beginning 2 hours and closing 45 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time (depending on your departure city and destination) to receive a printed boarding pass. Check-in desk/ticket counter details for certain airports follow:
- Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO) – Terminal D, Check-in desks 30-45
- Moscow Vnukovo (VKO) – Check-in desks 81-91, Check-in available starting 12 hours before departure
- Saint Petersburg Pulkovo (LED) – Check-in desks 215-224, 312-324
Can I check bags at the Rossiya Airlines ticket counter check-in?: Yes
Can I pay bag fees at the Rossiya Airlines ticket counter check-in?: Yes
Can I select or change my seat at the Rossiya Airlines ticket counter check-in?: Yes
Does Rossiya Airlines charge a fee for a seat assignment?
No, not for general seating. If you want to select a specific seat such as Space+, Space+ Upper Deck, A-zone, or Front Rows then a fee will be charged.
When do I need to check-in for my Rossiya Airlines flight?
The minimum time to check-in for a Rossiya Airlines flight is 45 minutes before scheduled departure time
When do I need to arrive at the airport for my Rossiya Airlines flight?
Suggested arrival time is 4 hours before scheduled departure time in order to pass all pre-flight procedures on time. You must have the following to check-in and board a Rossiya Airlines flight:
Domestic Russian Federation Flights:
- Valid Russian Federation passport or other identification document acceptable under the applicable authority
- A paper ticket or an e-ticket
- A printed boarding pass with details of the flight
International Flights:
- Valid international passport
- Visas and other permits required by the country of entry
- A paper ticket or an e-ticket
- A printed boarding pass with details of the flight
- Other documents necessary for departure from the Russian Federation and entry into the destination country
