How early can you drop off luggage before a flight?

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Luggage Drop-off Times: Domestic Flights: 2-3 hours before departure. International Flights: At least 3 hours before departure. Allow extra time for security and customs.
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Whats the earliest time for airport luggage drop-off before a flight?

Okay, so airport baggage drop-off, huh? It's always a bit of a scramble, right?

For my flight from Denver to Austin on July 12th last year (Southwest, by the way), I dropped my bag two hours before, no problem. Smooth sailing. Cheap flight, too—around $250.

International is different. Remember that crazy trip to London in 2021? British Airways, three and a half hours minimum. Customs lines were insane; I nearly missed my gate. Expensive ticket, that one. Ugh.

Domestic flights: two to three hours beforehand is usually a safe bet.

International? Three hours minimum, but add extra time, seriously.