Sri Lanka, Oct. 23 -- Passengers departing from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) can now enjoy an improved and more flexible check-in experience, with the airport extending self-service facilities to streamline pre-departure procedures.

The Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL), in collaboration with SriLankan Airlines' Ground Handling Division, has introduced an upgraded self check-in system allowing passengers to complete their own check-in and baggage drop activities.

Deepal Pallegangoda, Airport Chief of SriLankan Airlines Ground Handling, said passengers are now permitted to arrive at the airport up to four hours before their scheduled departure to carry out self check-in activities at their own...