Boarding by zone

Our flights are boarded according to zones. Read the guide to learn more.

What is a zone?

You are assigned a zone number depending on your cabin and Flying Blue status. You will find the zone number on your boarding pass. Our crew will let you know when it is time for you to board the flight, starting with zone 1 and going up to zone 5.

At the boarding gate

How can I find my zone?

Boarding pass with zone

Find my zone

You can find your zone on the boarding pass you received either at the airport, on our website, or via the Air France app.

Zone signage at the boarding gate

At the boarding gate

Make yourself comfortable. You can only board once your zone is called. Signs indicating where your zone is are located in front of your flight's boarding gate.

The benefits

Passengers walking in the jetway

More comfort

While you wait for your zone to be called, take a moment to breathe and relax.

Passengers seated in the aircraft

Improved punctuality

You can help improve the flight's punctuality by respecting the boarding order by zone.

SkyPriority zone

SkyPriority clients

You benefit from priority boarding in zones 1 or 2, though you can board at any moment, at your convenience.

Our answers to your questions

Yes, smooth boarding allows for a more even distribution of passengers on the plane. Time saved at boarding means your plane is more likely to leave on time.

Yes. You are still allowed to board as long as your zone has already been called. Simply present yourself in the line that corresponds to your zone.

After you have located your seat on the plane, quickly place your hand baggage in the compartment above your seat. Keep your personal item under the seat in front of you* to leave room for other passengers to store their baggage. * Except for the first row and emergency exits.

If the flight is scheduled to be full, our check-in and boarding teams will check in a certain number of baggage items free of charge*. We thank you in advance for your cooperation. Please make sure to keep your passport, medication, electronic devices, etc. with you on board. * If your baggage item is within the weight and size limits.