OREANDA-NEWS. During the period of the London Olympic Games and London Paralympic Games, 14th July 2012 to 11th September 2012, Air Astana London will have some revised check-in and security procedures in place, in order to maintain our on-time schedules and services to Almaty (ALA), reported the press-centre of Air Astana.   

Check-in for all flights will OPEN at 3 hours before scheduled departure time.

Check-in for all flights will CLOSE at 45 minutes prior to scheduled departure time.

Passengers with VAT reclaims are advised to arrive early at the airport in order to complete VAT procedures and be at check-in on time.

Security and Passport Control
London Heathrow Airport will be using enhanced security controls and procedures during the Olympic Games period. You are advised to proceed through Security and Passport Controls as soon after registration/check-in to avoid delays and possibly missing your flight. Please ensure you comply with the current legislation concerning liquid regulations to avoid delays in security.

Departure Gates/Boarding
ALL departure gates CLOSE at 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure time. Passengers are requested to go through departure security controls and proceed to the departure gate before this time, as we reserve the right to offload you and your baggage in accordance with our terms and conditions, should you be late to the gate.