How To Add Tsa Precheck To Ita Airways (2024)

FAQs

Does ITA Airways use TSA PreCheck? ›

If you are a TSA PreCheck passenger departing from the USA and have checked in online or via the ITA AIRWAYS APP, you will need to print your boarding pass with the TSA PRECHK indicator at the airport check-in desks.

If you didn't include your TSA PreCheck® number when booking a flight, it's possible to add it later. You can usually add it through the airline's mobile app or contact the airline online or by phone to add it to a reservation.

There's no TSA PreCheck in Europe (womp womp), but at select Europe airports, travelers can head to the front of the security line, free of charge.

You can't upgrade from TSA PreCheck to Global Entry

Even if you already have TSA PreCheck, you must apply for Global Entry separately. There is no way to get an automatic upgrade from TSA PreCheck to Global Entry. You must complete the Global Entry application documents and then make an interview appointment.

Yes. TSA PreCheck® is available when you depart from a U.S. airport to a foreign country, and for domestic, connecting flights after you return to the United States.

Where Can I Use It? Global Entry and TSA Precheck are currently only for US citizens, and only operate at US airports. However there are other types of immigration services in various countries around the world that are available to US citizens, too.

TSA PreCheck is a domestic program that can only be utilized when traveling within the U.S. Since the five-year membership cost is slightly less expensive than a five-year Global Entry membership, this might be a better choice for someone that knows they won't be traveling internationally.

Yes, TSA PreCheck can save you time at airport security. Many TSA PreCheck members spent an average of five minutes in airport security in February 2024, according to the TSA website . If you've ever waited in line for a security screening at the airport, you know getting through can take much longer than five minutes.

Do I have to print my boarding pass ITA Airways? ›

When boarding, every passenger must present their boarding card on their mobile device. If necessary, please print a paper copy of your boarding pass at the check-in desks at the airport.

Carry-on Baggage

The bag must fit within the dimensions 55 cm (21.6") x 35 cm (13.3") x 25 cm (9.8") (height - wide - depth) and can weigh no more than 8kg (17 lbs).

Online check-in is available 48 hours prior to the departure of your flight. For flights to/from the USA, online check-in is only available 24 hours prior to the departure of your flight. For further information, please see the dedicated page.

If you travel internationally four or more times a year, consider enrolling in Global Entry. If you take less than four international trips a year, TSA PreCheck is a great choice for domestic travelers. For more information on all of the DHS Trusted Traveler Programs use the DHS interactive Trusted Traveler Tool.

Global Entry includes TSA PreCheck, but TSA PreCheck does not include Global Entry. So if you're planning on traveling internationally, you should just apply for Global Entry. That way, you'll get the advantages of having both Global Entry and TSA PreCheck.

TSA PreCheck is a domestic program that can only be utilized when traveling within the U.S. Since the five-year membership cost is slightly less expensive than a five-year Global Entry membership, this might be a better choice for someone that knows they won't be traveling internationally.

SIZE AND WEIGHT

The hand baggage you bring on board with you may weigh no more than 8 kg and measure no more than 55 cm in height, 35 cm in width and 25 cm in depth including handles, side pockets and wheels. ITA Airways also lets you bring an accessory of your choice from the following: Handbag. Work backpack.

Alitalia officially ceased operations in late 2021, when it was reborn as ITA.