I just flew this route.
I had a meeting in the Five towns.
I got to the check ina nd there were 3 people in front of me in the Patinum check in line.

There were 40 minutes to departure , I had no luggage , the Agent scolded me for doing this and told me that in the future must be there at least 60 minutes prior to sceduled departure.

Besides , why rush and get on to a great business class flight all sweated up and out of breath.

ENJOY