Newlyweds often want to use their married name right away, but this can cause airport issues, especially if they booked their honeymoon before the wedding. Couples who book before exchanging vows might encounter a rule that catches some travellers off guard.

If a passenger's passport and boarding pass names do not match, they may be denied boarding and have to pay a £160 charge to change it. They will need proof to avoid the charge.

Couples who book their honeymoon before their wedding might use their old name, or they might use their new married name. However, if their passport and boarding pass do not match, security may treat them as a different person.

Most UK airlines allow name changes on reservations, but making changes at the last minute can result in an avoidable charge. People can change their name on the reservation with most major UK carriers.

If a name is changed online before the journey, the system may register it as a 'transfer of ticket' and apply a standard name-change charge, which can range from £45 to £160, depending on the airline.

Newlyweds may encounter this situation at the airport.

Ryanair charges £160 for a complete name change, while Jet2 charges up to £50, and Easyjet charges around £55 to £60. These fees apply if the change needs to be handled by airport personnel on the day of travel.

UK airlines have policies in place for newlyweds who booked their holiday before a name change. There are steps to follow, and in many cases, the fee can be avoided.

If a booking was made through a third-party travel agent, the agent may impose an administrative fee to handle the change, even if the airline waives the charge.

Couples who have undergone a legal name change must ensure their boarding pass matches their passport.

The name on the ticket must match the name on the passport exactly. If the passport still has a maiden name, the ticket can still be used under that name, as long as it matches the passport.

Any discrepancies should be resolved as soon as possible, and most airlines require changes to be made at least 48 hours before departure.

The answer to when to travel depends on the timing. The Passport Office states that most documents are issued and received within three weeks, but delays can occur during busy summer months.

Applying for a passport online provides the quickest standard service. Travellers can arrange an urgent request and get their document in about a week, but at a much higher fee than the standard passport cost.