Things You'll Need:
- Credit card
- Email account
- Computer with Internet access
- Printer
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Step 1
Don't bring too much stuff with you. The baggage allowance for coach is a total of two pieces weighing 50 lbs. Business class gets two pieces at 70 pounds each and a third piece of no more than 40 pounds.
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Step 2
Take your handicapped devices and your car seat with you; these items will be transported free of charge.
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Step 3
Forget about the waiting in line at the airport to check-in. When you book travel on Mesaba Airlines, you get the benefits of Northwest Airlink as well. This means you can check-in for your flight from your home computer at the Northwest Airlines Web site.
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Step 1
View fares and schedules via the Northwest Airlines Web site (see Resources below). At the top of the page, there's a tab that says ''Promotions & Products.'' Click and review to see if you can obtain discounted rates on your desired travel plans.
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Step 2
Use the ''Flights'' tab to look up schedules and fares. Enter your travel dates, round-trip or one way and the number of travelers.
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Step 3
Click ''search'' and the system will search by price or schedule (whichever you prefer). Look through the results and choose the flight that best suits your needs.
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Step 4
Complete your online booking for Mesaba Airlines/Northwest Airlink. You'll just need to fill in a registration form as you book your flight. You will also be invited to the World Perks Program. You may read more about it if this interests you.
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Step 5
Choose the "Guest Access" if this is a one-time purchase and to speed the process along. Read the fine print once you get to the final confirmation page. Lastly, print out your reservation for check-in either at the ticket counter or the self-serve kiosk at the airport.
