Originally Posted by
newyorkgeorge
Since I am connecting from JFK on an AA flight, it would appear that I would need to leave the lounge, go out and check in for my LAN flight, and then need to re-enter Security to get back to the lounge. Sounds like an annoying process. How far in advance can I check in for my LAN flight as I have about 4.5 hours connection time.
Why would you need to do that? You can ask at JFK to be checked in for your LAN flights. At the least, the agent should be able to check your bags as far as you'd like them checked and you can pick up your BPs at the lounge in MIA. AA and LA are in an alliance for a reason!