How to Get to the Airport on Time

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Catching a flight is tricky. Leave too early and you'll sit at the gate for hours; leave too late and you might miss your plane.

Step 1: Confirm departure time
Confirm your departure time the morning of (or the night before) your flight, either by calling your airline or checking online.

Step 2: Check security waiting times
Visit the Transportation Security Administration’s website at www.tsa.gov for security waiting times at all the major airports.

Tip
Sign up for updates from your airline’s website, which will call or email you alerts if there are any changes in your itinerary

Step 3: Listen to traffic report
Listen to the radio traffic report for accidents and construction projects that might slow you down. Budget your time accordingly.

Step 4: Find parking location
If you’re leaving your car at the airport, visit the airport’s website to find out exactly where long- and short-term parking is located. Also, map the best route online.

Tip
Research the best way to get from the parking lot to the main terminal.

Step 5: Confirm pick-up
If you’re getting a ride with a service or even a friend, confirm when and where the driver is picking you up. If you’re taking the bus, double-check the schedule.

Step 6: Leave time to catch cab
If you’re taking a cab, leave plenty of time to catch one—especially in the rain!

Step 7: Confirm gate & check-in terminal
If you’re headed to a big airport, call on your way in to confirm that your departure gate and check-in terminal hasn’t changed.

Step 8: Have ticket & I.D. out
When you arrive, have your ticket and I.D. out. It will help get you through check-in faster.

Did You Know?
Atlanta is the world's busiest passenger airport, with an average of 83,606,583 travelers coming and going every year.