Here’s Why You May Be More Likely To Miss Your Flight This Summer

If you’re one of those people who breaks out in hives at the mere thought of missing a flight, this summer might be particularly stressful for you.

The T.S.A is saying that travelers should be ready up to an hour of extra wait time at the airport this summer. Why? About four million more people are expected to the fly this summer compared with last.

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Plus, the combination of school vacation and cheap budget flights means that everyone and their cousin will be trying to get through security at the same time as you.

Experts like Bart Johnson, Federal Security Director for the T.S.A., are recommending you aim to be at the airport at full 90 minutes to two hours before takeoff for a domestic flight, and a whopping three hours before an international flight.

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Even travelers with PreCheck will face long lines now that, you know, many people have signed up for PreCheck to avoid long lines.

In response to the increased passenger volume, airports are hiring additional staff and canine units. Here’s hoping you manage to find an outlet in that crowded terminal.