SAN ANTONIO – Thanksgiving week is traditionally the busiest travel period of the year.
San Antonio International is anticipating airport traffic to be heavy through Nov. 28, with the busiest time of the day being from 5 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
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Here are some tips from the airport for stress-free holiday travel:
Early Arrival: Passengers should arrive at least two hours before their scheduled flight for flights before 7:30 a.m. and 90 minutes for flights thereafter.
Check the flight status online: Passengers are able to check their flight status before they leave home and receive email alerts if they sign up at sanantonio.gov.
Get your Boarding Pass Early: Passengers can print boarding passes online before they arrive or can use the convenient airline check-in kiosks at the airport. Click here to see how ID thieves are also targeting boarding passes during the holidays.
Weigh Bags Before Check In: Weigh your bags before your check in with your airline. SAT has scales installed at each terminal for passenger convenience.
Related: Use this travel checklist for weekend trips
Dress the Part: Passengers should avoid wearing metal in or on clothing. Keys, jewelry, belt buckles and other metal items should be packed in a carry‐on bag for easier processing. TSA information can be found at tsa.gov.
Have a Parking Plan: Passengers can check the availability of parking, get directions and parking information by visiting sanantonio.gov. Pressed for time? Take a shuttle, taxi or rideshare.
Use the Cell Phone Lot for pick-ups: The free Cell Phone Lot is minutes away from both terminals and has free WiFi available while you wait for your arrival to call.
Pick Up Tip: Evening arrivals can get crowded downstairs. Pick up your party on the upper level and avoid the added traffic.