Nashville airport shares tips ahead of Thanksgiving travel surge

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – The Nashville International Airport is warning travelers about an expected jump in activity around the Thanksgiving holiday.

BNA forecasts record travelers with peak days expected on Nov. 22, Nov. 23, Nov. 27 and Dec. 1.

BNA released the following tips for the upcoming holiday travel:

· Sign up for BNA Text Alerts. Click on BNA Text Alerts at the top of flynashville.com for tips and updates with the latest traffic information.

· Arrive early. Give yourself plenty of time to park, check in, and get to your gate.

· Take alternate routes to BNA. With the increase of travelers during the holiday season, there will be more passengers arriving and departing from the airport. In addition to Exit 216A, consider alternate routes, such as 216B and Murfreesboro Pike during heavy travel periods.

· Allow extra time for parking. Heavier passenger volume means more people are parking and those areas will be busy. BNA has six parking options to choose from. If parking in valet, passengers coming from I-40 will only be able to access this area from Exit 216B. Check parking details and availability here.

· Utilize the new cell lot. To alleviate traffic congestion, drivers waiting to pick up their loved ones are encouraged to use BNA’s new cell lot located at 1415 Murfreesboro Pike. The new lot provides ample space and digital signage that displays real-time updates on incoming flights. Please allow 20-30 minutes from landing time for your loved one to reach the curb. Click here for more information and helpful tips.

· Check the status of your flight before arriving at BNA. BNA is advising passengers to check the status of their flight before coming to the airport.

· Pack smart. Familiarize yourself with TSA’s Top Travel Tips for a more efficient travel experience.

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