USA to LHR Delta flight check in issues
Nov 21, 2021, 12:59 pm
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USA to LHR Delta flight check in issues
I thought I had all of this figured out but when I tried to check into our flight from the USA to LHR today, there was verbiage on the site that made it seem like we needed a negative COVID-19 test to board our flight in the USA. Not only that but it wouldnt allow us to check in. I already have the 2day and plf complete but if I can't board here without a test, that's a problem.
Nov 21, 2021, 2:10 pm
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More than likely they want to verify your travel documents. I haven’t been able to check in for any transatlantic flights on delta or United as they want to check vaccine card, locator forms, and I know for the UK delta wanted to see if I had a day 2 test booked they haven’t done well with the wording I know for return to the US Delta was saying I needed an ESTA which isn’t true for American citizens but it was because they wanted to see my return covid test
Nov 21, 2021, 2:30 pm
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More than likely they want to verify your travel documents. I haven’t been able to check in for any transatlantic flights on delta or United as they want to check vaccine card, locator forms, and I know for the UK delta wanted to see if I had a day 2 test booked they haven’t done well with the wording I know for return to the US Delta was saying I needed an ESTA which isn’t true for American citizens but it was because they wanted to see my return covid test
Nov 21, 2021, 10:26 pm
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I flew JFK-AMS-ZRH on DL in August. 2021, the requirement then was (1) CDC card and (2) Swiss Covid Travel form--NO COVID TESTS were required. I was able to print both bps at home after OLCI.
For the return I could only get my bp in ZRH; airport, a Covid test was required.
For the return I could only get my bp in ZRH; airport, a Covid test was required.
Nov 22, 2021, 5:05 pm
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A COVID test is required to enter UK, that is unless exempt. (Being vaccinated us one such exemption) Thus website says you need one, as they have no clue if you're exempt. Only time it'll say no test needed is if everyone doesn't need take one.
Nov 22, 2021, 6:07 pm
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Have you been in a "red" country 10 days prior to your USA-LHR flight? If not then you are fine without a negative covid test. Last Friday (11/19) we flew JFK-LHR but were not allowed to check in online as they wanted to verify all of our documents before checking us in. Also you will need to fill out the the UK Passenger locator form after you have booked your day 2 Covid test upon arrival. Delta will require this before checking you in.
Nov 25, 2021, 9:51 am
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I was in London earlier this month. Just get your 2 day test at the airport. The whole process took 10 mins and results were available immediately and an email with the certificate 5 mins later. I used the same test to return to the US. I was only in London for 3 days.
Nov 25, 2021, 11:00 am
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Most now use lateral flow tests. (Basically self tests) You order before arrival and they mail to arrive at hotel/airbnb on day you arrive. Do test and take photo, you're done. Lab sends certificate via email to you. I used Zoom for 25£ including shipping to hotel.
Nov 25, 2021, 1:50 pm
#13
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I flew into LHR last month on VS and booked my day 2 PCR with ExpressTest at T3 so I could take it right after I landed. Easy to do and had the results by 10am the next morning. I don’t think they are the cheapest option but it was convenient and hassle free. Similarly, for return to the US, I took a rapid antigen test through ExpressTest and had the results within an hour.
Nov 26, 2021, 4:52 pm
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I flew into LHR last month on VS and booked my day 2 PCR with ExpressTest at T3 so I could take it right after I landed. Easy to do and had the results by 10am the next morning. I don’t think they are the cheapest option but it was convenient and hassle free. Similarly, for return to the US, I took a rapid antigen test through ExpressTest and had the results within an hour.
Nov 26, 2021, 5:18 pm
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I really suggest the do it yourself test. No worrying about appointment, etc.. Do it yourself, upload photo of test result, get emailed report sent back.