Bradley Airport gearing up for busy holiday traveling period

WINDSOR LOCKS, CT. (WGGB/WSHM) – Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and Bradley International Airport is gearing up for what is expected to be a busy travel season with over 95,000 passengers projected to travel through the airport.

while the Connecticut Airport Authority emphasizes Bradley’s readiness to handle the holiday rush, to help ensure a hassle-free journey, here are some important travel tips as families begin their holiday travels.

Bradley International Airport is already preparing for the significant influx of travelers during the Thanksgiving period, which runs from November 22nd through December 1st.

Airport officials are predicting that the busiest days will be the Saturday and Sunday before and after thanksgiving.

Travelers are urged to arrive at least 90 minutes early to navigate the busy check-in and security lines, especially during peak hours from 4:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. and again from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Be sure to download your airline’s app before heading to the airport. This can help you check in, receive real-time flight updates, and manage any potential schedule changes.

It is also encouraged to get familiar with T.S.A. guidelines to know which items can and cannot be brought in your carry-on which can be essential to avoid delays at security.

Knowing these details can help save you time and avoid any last-minute surprises or fees this thanksgiving holiday.

Copyright 2024. Western Mass News (WGGB/WSHM). All rights reserved.