Basic Conversations
At the Airport
Practice checking in, going through security, and navigating the airport with confidence.
Dialogue Sample
A:
Good morning! Can I see your passport and booking reference, please?
B:
Of course — here you go. I'm on the 10:45 flight to Barcelona.
A:
Perfect. Would you like a window or aisle seat?
B:
An aisle seat, please — if there's one available near the front.
A:
I've got you in 14C. Are you checking any luggage today?
B:
Yes, just this one bag. And can I ask — is the flight on time?
A:
Yes, it's running on schedule. Boarding starts at gate 22 in about an hour.
B:
Brilliant, thank you so much!
Natural Phrases to Know
At check-in
I'm on the [time] flight to [destination].
Could I have a window / aisle seat?
I have one bag to check in.
Is my flight on time?
Can I upgrade to business class?
At security
Do I need to take my laptop out?
Should I remove my shoes?
Is this liquid allowed through?
Sorry — I'll put that in the tray.
Can I go through again?
At the gate
Is this the gate for [destination]?
Has boarding started yet?
Which group am I in?
Is the flight delayed?
Where are the toilets / shops from here?
If something goes wrong
My bag seems to be missing.
I think I've missed my connection.
Can you rebook me on the next flight?
My luggage hasn't arrived.
Where do I report a lost bag?
Your Turn — Fill in the Blanks
You are Speaker B (the passenger). Read A's lines and type what you would say.
A:
Good afternoon! Passport and booking reference, please.
B:
A:
Great. Do you have any bags to check in today?
B:
A:
The flight is on time. Boarding at gate 8 in 45 minutes. Any seat preference?
B:
A:
Done! Here's your boarding pass. Have a great flight!
B: