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]]>Many people fly just before the holiday on Tuesday or Wednesday due to time constraints. If you have the option, though, try to fly on off days such as Monday or, if you can swing it, the morning of Thanksgiving itself. The airports are usually much quieter on a holiday than right before it. The same goes for heading back—many people will be going back that weekend. If you’re able to wait for Monday, you’ll have an easier time.
If you need to fly on a crowded day but find crowds too stressful, another option is to book a flight early in the morning or late at night. The crowds will be thinner at the beginning and end of the day since people don’t want to wake up early or drive in the dark.
It’s always important to leave yourself enough time to get through security, but this is doubly true at peak fly times. There may be long lines to check-in and go through security, so be sure to leave yourself enough time to get through them. Be sure to also do as much as you can beforehand to streamline the process. For example, check in online before arrival, avoid checking a bag if possible and be sure to weigh your bag if you do to avoid dealing with an overweight bag.
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]]>Many people fly just before the holiday on Tuesday or Wednesday due to time constraints. If you have the option, though, try to fly on off days such as Monday or, if you can swing it, the morning of Thanksgiving itself. The airports are usually much quieter on a holiday than right before it. The same goes for heading back—many people will be going back that weekend. If you’re able to wait for Monday, you’ll have an easier time.
If you need to fly on a crowded day but find crowds too stressful, another option is to book a flight early in the morning or late at night. The crowds will be thinner at the beginning and end of the day since people don’t want to wake up early or drive in the dark.
It’s always important to leave yourself enough time to get through security, but this is doubly true at peak fly times. There may be long lines to check-in and go through security, so be sure to leave yourself enough time to get through them. Be sure to also do as much as you can beforehand to streamline the process. For example, check in online before arrival, avoid checking a bag if possible and be sure to weigh your bag if you do to avoid dealing with an overweight bag.
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