Passengers flying from Edinburgh and Newcastle can now take advantage of Jet2’s evening check-in option.

Twilight check-in allows passengers living nearby or staying at an airport hotel to avoid such an early start on the morning of their flight.

After checking in online at least 24 hours in advance, they can then visit Jet2’s twilight check-in desk between 3pm and 8pm the day before their flight to drop off their bags.

This means they can turn up in the morning and head straight to security.

Steve Heapy, chief executive of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “As we approach the peak summer season, this is yet another example of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays investing in a VIP experience for our customers.

“Our free twilight check-in service is a smart and secure service that really adds to the overall holiday experience of our customers. The popularity of this service means we are delighted to be launching it from Edinburgh and Newcastle Airports, meaning customers can start their holiday with us luggage-free and breeze through the airport to catch their flight.”

Twilight check-in is now available from seven of Jet2’s nine UK bases. It is only available for flights departing before midday the following day.