While it's supposed to be 16 (I think) now, I have been denied at DFW when it was a layover (international to domestic) of fewer than 16--closer to 10 or 11. I was staying at the Grand Hyatt so not a major issue, but they would not take it until morning. So even if they technically should, your responses may vary. If you are staying at an airport hotel, you could always give it a try during the stated time, and if you are refused, at least you won't be far. Not a great and reassuring reply I know!
Originally Posted by
ESpen36
At most AA stations, you can check bags anytime on the calendar day of departure. However, there are some airports with tighter rules:
- only 6 hours before departure time for HNL departures
- only 4 hours before departure time for 18 other AA stations (see list at link below).
Also, there are exceptions for very late redeye flights (i.e. flights that depart 12-1am), where you clearly can check your bags the night before when you get to the airport, even though it is technically the previous calendar day.
Full details here:
https://www.aa.com/i18n/travel-info/...nd-arrival.jsp
Really helpful link, thanks. One of my home airports is on the 4-hour list, and while that's way too early to need to check there since it's small, it's helpful to know.