Here’s everything it’s crucial that you make your airport experience as smooth as possible.
Lisa Farbstein, a Transportation Security Administration spokesperson, advises the same.
This is especially important if someone is traveling during a holiday period.
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However, she says she never checked her bag and was familiar with the airport.
I would highly recommend sticking to the standard guidelines during high season travel, she says.
Summertime travel, spring break, major holidays.
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Consider arriving earlier if you havent traveled in a while.
When flying internationally, its best to arrive three hours prior to a flight, Farbstein says.
So, get to the airport early.
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When to Get to the Airport If You Use a Wheelchair
TheU.S.
Department of Transportationrecommends travelers using battery-powered wheelchairs to arrive at least an extra hour before standard check-in times.
In reality, you may want to budget more.
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If you do need to check a bag, look for automated kiosks or self-tag drop-offs.
If you really want to expedite your experience, then use Clear, Cheema says.
Plus, certain cards will reimburse your TSA PreCheck fees or Clear membership for the best of both worlds.
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A little bit of preparation helps everyone move faster.
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