Airport Secrets They Don’t Want Us to Know

Have you ever wondered why you need to arrive at the airport two hours early? And why the walkway through duty-free shops usually veers to the left? We'll reveal how they're trying to trick you while you remain unsuspecting. 🌍🛫 #TravelTips #AirportHacks #FlyingSecrets

[@tiny-paws]

Not arriving 2 hours early sounds like terrible advice. Unless you're at a tiny regional airport, security & check-in lines can get long and can take up to an hour or more to get through. And some international flights start the boarding process 45 minutes to 1 hour before the scheduled departure time. And if you arrive only an hour before flight, well... good luck getting to your gate on time.

[@joysgirl]

I learned the hard way to arrive 2 hrs early. I missed my flight due to being stuck in an early morning line. I was told, in a very rude tone, that I should have arrived 2 hrs early, not the usual 1 hr. Lesson learned!

[@Michael_Lak]

Yes it is terrible advise.

[@CIF369]

MIA- Get there 3-4 hours early if you actually want to get to the plane once they are already boarding

[@jackierinker2582]

@@CIF369 Can you help me understand this? I'm a US citizen arriving on a cruise ship and have to fly out of MIA to get to a wedding rehearsal dinner the same night. Hoped to take the earliest flight possible to get to my destination.

[@CIF369]

@@jackierinker2582 Miami International Airport is notoriously bad. Check-in can be unto an hour although that has improved. "Security" with TSA took me 2 hours one time. They are also disorganized & send people to the wrong check in lines at times. I know people who fly extra hours & pay more just to avoid MIA. You should be fine, just be aware & arrive early. Better to wait at the gate than miss the flight. Earlier may be better than the busier hours🌝

[@aprilstilskin5733]

I like boarding last and letting them check my bag. I'm short, and when I was a size two I could cram all my clothes into a small carry on. I hate managing and stowing it overhead, which is not easy for my bad shoulders. When the overheads are full, they check my carry-on/luggage, and I don't even have to pay the checked bag fee. Because my bag is carry-on size, they don't put it at the baggage claim, but they have it waiting right beside the exit when I disembark. I've never had to wait. Another advantage to this is if I have to switch to another plane, I don't have to wrangle my heavy carry-on size baggage and run through the airport with it to the next flight. It is moved to the other plane for me with all the other checked baggage, which I got for free since they ran out of overhead space. Usually checked bags cost $50 each.

[@h.r.9898]

O'Hare 3hrs before Atlanta 3.5-4hrs before San Antonio 45min before. Really depends on the airport.

[@macforme]

h.r. : It also depends if the flight is international or domestic.

[@jamesg1974a]

I’ve flown many times including out of all the airports you mentioned. Never a need to be there 3.5 hours early.

[@karenturner7184]

Denver is terrible, even the TSA line is long and slow.

[@jesusgamundi7185]

@@h.r.9898 orlando 1.5 days before

[@smileychess]

@@karenturner7184 - Yes Denver needs 2 hours bare minimum. Even my small local airport needs 90 minutes at certain times of day (6am flights usually have a TSA line going way beyond the ropes).

[@dons6556]

Bad advice, since 90% of us are using carryons instead of checked luggage, ALWAYS get boarded as early as possible

[@claudiocorleone7856]

Best advice here!

[@jasonh5481]

When I don’t have carry on, I’m last on.

[@tamaramen4517]

When my family travels my husband boards with our carry on and cleans the seats and tray where our girls will be sitting while I let them get the last of there wriggles out. This way we aren’t frustrating them and ourselves by making them sit longer waiting to take off.

[@macforme]

From the advice given in this video I don't think the writer has flown since 1963.

[@Keyb0ard82]

or ever

[@passwordsuggestion5336]

😂😮😂

[@natly3123]

😂😂😂😳. Walahi

[@macforme]

@@Keyb0ard82 👍 much more accurate 😂

[@wendypeart]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@reylandvilla6646]

Don’t board last… no overhead space.. unless the rare case that you don’t have carry on luggage…

[@DarkHelixia]

He does say "experienced globetrotters". A lot of us travel light, with one bag that fits under the seat. Use compression bags and buy clothes/use laundry services at your destination.

[@tihomirrasperic]

@@DarkHelixia or like me, you have an apartment on two sides of the flight I only travel with a backpack, mobile phone and tablet in the rucksack is a light jacket, spare pants and T-shirt and spare underwear

[@ganymeade5151]

You might have to fly with your carry on on your lap.

[@Retiredexpatmom]

I get so upset when people stow their carry-ons in space clearly meant for people in other rows. That's why I prefer to board early now.

[@Mhel2023]

I like boarding last, especially when flying economy. I can slowly scan the area and make my way towards a row of empty seats

[@mengchou5025]

Never board last. You risk running out of overhead compartment space and may end up having your luggage checked in by the airline. You travel light so you have only a carry-on; you don’t want to wait at the carousel for your “carry-on” luggage. Also, yes, you can fold the clothes in “travel friendly style” but don’t forget that folding nicely and neatly does not make the luggage lighter. You need to consider the weight as well. Majority of the airline has weight limit for carry-on.

[@user-zn5qg4se6q]

Im a standby and am always 2 hrs early. Flts change,gates change, give me time to settle in..hook up wifi and chill.

[@oakstrong1]

I just did a round trip between Thailand and Cambodia. I arrived to checking point 2 hours before: I barely had time to buy a bottle of water after security check (no free water) despite not having to wait at all at the check-in, passport control and bag/body scan. Both countries the boarding closed (supposedly) 45 mins before take-off: it is now a standard for passengers having to sit ground bound, rather than the flight being delayed because of waiting for a late passenger. There was quite a lengthy walk the gate in Thai airport but not Cambodia, which made me wonder how come I still didn't have any more spare time - it is so rare there is anything I want from duty free shops. I usually want a window seat, so I want to board first: then I don't have to squeeze past other passengers nor they keep squeezing past me. If I have an isle seat, I try to board last. I only worry about cabin luggage if it is a long flight, otherwise everything I need (and a bit more) fits under the seat.

[@gl1363]

The issue of Thailand usually is the long queues for check in AND immigration clearance especially during holiday season. The long walk to boarding gate doesn't help. For Cambodia (Phnom penh) it's the long queue and inefficiency during check in mostly. Once you pass check in it should be fine since immigration and boarding gate is close by. If you didn't have to wait at all and still don't have time to buy a drink then I really suspect you walk at a pace slower than snail.

[@tihomirrasperic]

It is the same in Eindhoven, on the boarding pass it is nicely written that the close time is 45 minutes before the flight and whoever is late should wait for the next flight, I saw people who appeared at the door, and the plane had already closed the door and removed the stairs they just sent them back with a smile

[@KassiaPoties]

BAD ADVICE!! ALWAYS arrive 2-3 hours before the ORIGINAL departure time of your flight!! Even if the airport is considered to be small there is always the possibility they will have moments of being extremely busy when getting thru TSA. If a flight is delayed before you get to the airport, STILL GO TO THE AIRPORT AS IF IT'S NOT DELAYED. A delayed time can change at any time. EVERY AIRLINE has a checked-bag cut-off time. Find this out in advance.

[@Fiawordweaver]

A very rude loud woman took my seat on united. ( both of us in our 50’s) The united flight attendant made me take a different seat and treated me as if I was the problem. The loud rude woman laughed at the outcome. Never flew united again.

[@marthawilliams8876]

I hope you took her name and reported it to cus if that was your seat then it’s yours and just because she got loud then that’s grounds for them to expel her off the plane for not complying

[@tubulardude44]

United is awful.

[@mariacollier5796]

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[@tihomirrasperic]

@@marthawilliams8876 you should have filed a complaint after the flight and asked for a refund you also report the incident to your travel insurance You would be treated as a VIP on the next flight with same company, and maybe get free miles or free ticket

[@moreskeptical-ro9ph]

Flight attendant sized you up as someone who was too nice to fight for your seat and the rude clod as someone who wasn’t. Ugly won because flight attendant was too lazy to do the right thing. TAKE NAMES AND REPORT HER AND THE CLOD!

[@henriquegar800]

I don't like boarding last because people have taken my seat and the airlines actually gave our seat to a late comer. We had to argue to be seated together. I board asap

[@diva70smusic]

WARNING: Always keep prescription medications in the original prescription bottles. TSA does not require this but different states and countries may have laws regarding medication. You do not want to take the chance of your drugs being confiscated.

[@krooks6367]

This true. They rekommend you ta have both a medicinlist and Keep medicine in original container with your name on it. Put the exakt amount of pills with you and last day throw away container ( with your name pulled off)

[@justinddunlap]

I peel the labels off the bottles and put them on mini zip bags. I also carry the prescription slips. The two combined are lighter and more compact than carrying the bottles.

[@diva70smusic]

@@justinddunlap Great idea!! I will do that next trip!!

[@grayblanchard]

I keep a comprehensive medical list in my phone Health app and then take a photograph of the current prescription bottle labels for all prescriptions that I am taking

[@diva70smusic]

@@grayblanchard Another great suggestion!!

[@spivackl]

Ok, heres some actual tips. 1. The people in the airport have very minimal communication with the people inside the plane. When they anounce "no more cary on bags in the overhead". It's not actually full. it's just almost full. I dont like to check my bag. So if they give me a tag for it, and tell me to turn it over to the guy at the end if the gangway, i just rip the tag off in the gangway and bring my bag on anyhow, i always find room for it. 2. The people at the gate are less money hungry than the ticket agents. If the outside ticket agents want more money for an earlier flight, get the cheaper one and then go to the gate of the flight you want and talk with those guys, if there's room, they'll usually switch you for free. 3. Its amazing how much you can minimize lugage expenses by putting stuff on your person. I try to limit myself to the caryon and the personal item and have zero lugage expence. You can wear 2 pairs of pants, 2 shirts even double up on underwear. After security you can stick tons of stuff in pockets. Wear a jacker (more pockets!) Now, if you dont want to actually wear all this stuff on your long flight, bring along some cheap plastic bags (the kind you get at Wal-Mart) that can be scrunched up and take up zero room. Then go to the lavatory take, off your extra clothing, put it in one or more plastic bags. You can always squeeze these into the corners of the overhead bin. 4. Speaking of which scruntchy type bagage is always easier to fit inside the baggage sizer than stiff baggage. You know.....i should make these videos!

[@tubulardude44]

This former flight attendant agrees 100%!

[@Crybaby-cz8et]

Double up clothing 😂😂😂

[@nataliawalker4184]

😂 I wonder how much you need to double up for a 3 weeks holiday trip 😂 as long as don’t start to charge per pound of body weight or volume I guess that tip works for those who just need two pairs of everything only 😅

[@CGRREDACTED]

2:02 do not I repeat do not ever board last! Do you know what happens when you board last? you get no overhead compartment because some other person has decided they don't wanna check their luggage and gonna bring it on board and use the overhead luggage bins of someone else, then your flight attendant will say "that's OK we can put it under the plane for you." the one thing a light traveler never wants to hear so now your inconvenience and we'll have to wait for your luggage they come out of the carousel rather than have it with you like everyone else and be able to just exit the airport. Trust me do not ever board last.

[@flamesniper126]

Oh Never Ever board last specially if you have carry on luggage or you won’t have anywhere to put it in

[@paulgerrard9227]

I buy reserved seats with extra legroom and dedicated overhead. Costs little extra and is chill. That said...why be last?

[@hotdrumchick]

You can check your carryon at the gate for free (at most airlines) if there’s no overhead space left.

[@krisvanallen]

Two hours ahead helps you to not be stressed waiting in a long line for TSA. just be smart and sit somewhere and not shop.

[@debbitage]

Luggage with zippers can be broken into by shoving a pen, or small tool, into the zipper. A hard shell case with latches is a better choice.

[@kevinmccool3719]

They don't sanitize anything period.

[@RegulusVi]

I know that event the kettle they use for coffee is never ever cleaned up for years. So, never ask for coffee at the airplane.

[@tovah2276]

I had to fly across the Country from West to East Coast last minute due to an emergency. As a NP (Nurse Practitioner) I am already OCD about bacteria and Viruses so imagine being kicked into high gear with having 30 minutes to get packed and to airport to catch the only flight to where I needed to go….. Oy VEY!🤦🏼‍♀️….. I flew 1st and barely made the flight. I got on and the entire front of the plane was ALL Pilots and Co-Pilots except for me. OhhhhhhKaaayyyy?🤷🏼‍♀️ Something I need to know Peeps? And to top it off the Captain of that Flight was a very good friend of mine so she knew I was coming and took her time getting everyone boarded for me (My Father was dying) which I will be eternally grateful to her for❤so when I saw all her colleagues I apologized profusely and everyone was so kind…but…a little TOO quiet…it was weird……so, as they saw me pull out my carry on and then saw me pull out my “travel” bag which contained….everything but bleach LOL……WELL…..as soon as they ALL saw what I was about to do and I started to ask permission as a couple of the things I use are a bit “pungent” but in a CLEAN smell way however I NEVER would do that if someone said no…. They all BURST OUT LAUGHING and from the seat in front of each of them, there is the pocket and all of them pulled out this little “CLEANING KIT” for travelling and started to wiped EVERYTHING that was even an inch within their grasp, down from top to bottom!!! 😂😂 THAT made me laugh so hard and trust me, I NEEDED that laugh!!! When a couple of them saw that I had Cavi Wipes, they knew I must be a Nurse or a Kleptomaniac that was just in hospital, and asked if they could have one LOL! Not much beats a Cavi Wipe! So of course I shared. Then one of the Captains, of which there were MANY, started to explain to me about how the air is MUCH cleaner than people think due to how it is forced in and goes through here and there etc etc (WAY OVER MY HEAD to say the least!!!) but allegedly the plane AIR is far cleaner that people think. Like I said he DID explain it and if I were a P. Eng. I would have been able to repeat it and share it! It did make sense at the time though so that helped me feel a little bit better as it was a couple years ago and we are ALL tired of hearing about Mask Mandates to say the least!!! I have not really thought about it since then, until now, but I am definitely going to try to remember what he told me and call my Little Bro as he IS an Engineer so if I can remember ever some of what he said, my little B will know what he was talking about! Regardless, it was made VERY VERY clear to me by PILOTS, some who had almost 30 years flying commercial, that THEY do not sit without CLEANING their “area” before flight check. THAT is sad. Planes really ARE DISGUSTINGLY GROSS!!!!

[@KevinS819]

1. pilots aren't afraid of turbulence because they know the planes are built to withstand multiple times the severity of turbulence of what everyday flyers will feel. not because of "updraft" 2. "updraft" is not even the right name. what you are referring to is called a microburst. microbursts are also not the most dangerous during the updraft. It is during the downdraft phase that is the most dangerous. there is only 3 useless things to a pilot, the gas left at the airport, the altitude above you, and the runway behind you. altitude = options/time to a pilot. 3. an airplane lossing all engines during takeoffs and landings will probably not be able to fly for more than a couple of minutes. 20 minutes only applies to planes at cruising altitude which would probably be higher then 30k feet.

[@helenbarry3760]

I've heard you never put your luggage on a hotel bed, because if there are bedbugs they'll get in. Your home could get infested when you get back.

[@birbluv9595]

In the 1980’s i was in a hotel room in Austin, TX, opened my bag on the floor for a brief period, and a cockroach crawled in.

[@margaretsnewtoylynnparks5336]

Dryer sheets in /rub on suitcase. Bedbugs hate dryer sheets!!!! Your clothes will smell good too!

[@Mhel2023]

Always put your bags in the bathtub until you've inspected the room. I did this once and while inspecting for bedbugs, my ankle started itching. Went to the bathroom to look at it and a flea was attached to it. I plucked it off, put it in the toilet, grabbed my bags out the tub and went downstairs to get another room

[@birbluv9595]

@@Mhel2023 great idea! Fleas are awful!

[@vpnsood1]

I would like to share my experience I have been a medical escort for the past almost 7 to 8 years and taking a lot of flights both domestic and international. From my experience I can tell you that arriving at a busy airport in India for a domestic flight 3 hours and for international flights 4 hours this is not a bad idea you can be relaxed and you do not get worked up and tense. Of course, once you get the boarding pass and check in and security and past the passport control, you have ample time with you to sit back relax go to the food court go to the shopping areas duty free and have a walk. When the boarding time comes its quite relaxing for me at least to board in the end because you don’t have to stand in the queue and then you know jostle at the aircraft gate. Ye, if you have too much of carry on luggage with you to the cabin it can be a problem because the overhead bins they tend to get filled up very fast and but in my experience if you are carrying moderate amount of carry on luggage, generally the air hostesses and stewards they help you with the space in the overhead bins also it might be a few seats in front of you or behind you and which translates to little bit of delay when deboarding but that is only 5 or 10 minutes extra and that has been okay with me yeah.

[@DebDebbiesWorld]

I fly back and forth across the country EVERY MONTH. every 2-3 weeks to be exact. I ALWAYS get there 2 hours early and it has saved my butt on MORE than one occasion. telling people NOT to arrive then, is HORRIBLE advice.

[@nannettenatividad3798]

I don’t ❤

[@CRAFT7445]

Some bad advice here. Some good advice. It’s like they have never actually flown, but are gathering what sounds good.

[@birbluv9595]

I think this has been created by AI

[@robertbrzheintzbrz147]

My experience: NEVER BOARD LAST - more and more ppl save costs and come with huge carryon, and there’s no space left for yours. - all airlines overbook. I witnessed multiple times that the last ppl didn’t make it although they had a boarding pass. One time happened to myself. - on long distance flights you want to prepare (take off shoes, have your earplugs, phone or whatever ready). That’s best done while the remaining 300 passengers enter the airplane.

[@hassanalihusseini1717]

I agree. Boarding last is stupid as there are too many people using all the space in the overhead bins.

[@wasabiginger6993]

Yup ... maybe this video was made before 9-11

[@gigi9301]

I only have a small backpack for underneath the seat in front of me; I always board near the end no matter where I'm sitting because I have claustrophobia and don't want to have a longer experience than absolutely necessary. Also, I have a small frame and can't stand sitting down and having people's behinds and backpacks in my face while I'm just sitting there; no thanks!

[@jlindsey1991]

I learned that lesson the hard way when I was told about carry-ons at the boarding, but I didn't know what a person item bag was really at the time 😂

[@Mhel2023]

I like to board last so I can scan the area for a possible empty row. Plus if my seat happens to have someone spilling over into my space I can look for another seat if available

[@WadmanP]

Don’t board early because who’s going to be in your seat??? Have you not seen what’s going on? Yeah someone could be in your seat and may not be willing to move. More common, boarding last means the overhead bin at or near your seat could be full.

[@Marcel-dd9ch]

I try to always arrive 3 h in advance for national and 4 h for international flights. In the past. In the future. Even after watching this vid. ;-)

[@somekindaguy100]

Madness but hey some people like hanging around airports ....I don't

[@Marcel-dd9ch]

@@somekindaguy100Cheap lounge pass via Revolut app or just some drinks and snacks and/or just relaxing and enjoying the time before the trip. Wonderful feeling! The best feeling! 💖 Besides that, I'd never forgive myself for missing a flight. In Washington and London Heathrow, I almost missed international connection flights and in Shanghai the first flight, me being 3.5 hours early at the airports between/before the flights. That's life experience ...

[@Bekindloveis]

Could u not play the music in background while u r talking its distracting & straining hard to hear your words other than that Very interesting & informative video 😅👍🏻

[@TheAmandhyana]

In Europe, at international airports, 2 hours in advance is standard and is the minimum time you should arrive in advance.

[@Solo_Traveling]

This. And for transatlantic flights, make it 3 hours.

[@Mhel2023]

And if in Manila, 6 hours 😭

[@hewaschuk]

After watching this video, I don’t think I want to fly again!

[@gwayne919]

I don't fly any longer and enjoy my life with more gusto not having to worry about getting to my destination. Screw the security and overpriced Airlines.

[@user-kn3kj1cp4r]

Me too,. Passengers get the most tired and stressed.

[@tinawestergaard2130]

We arrived just over 1hr before our flight from Kona to Honolulu and we were not assigned seats until we were almost ready to board and got seated at the very back with no windows now we make sure we're at the airport a minimum of 2hrs

[@tihomirrasperic]

when buying tickets, you can also ask for a seat reservation (yes, you pay for that extra, but it's comfortable)

[@denisebranigan223]

I like to go early , get a small breakfast and restroom calls.

[@hopeseekr]

In Panama PTY, there was the time my wife and I ordered 2 bagels and 2 small coffees. Total: $52 USD. WHAT?! It was a $22 bagel!! I had them put it in the trash. Then I went to the trash and took it out and ate it. Security was called. They laughed and said it was 100% legal.

[@scottgordon1781]

The carryon bag goes into overhead locker , my back pack goes under my legs , camera case on my legs . In my recent trip , carry on was never weighed . Nor the back pack . I had enough kit for 7 weeks of travel , no checked bags to be paid for . Carryon was well over 10 kgs , BP about 8 kgs . Arrival times :-) If you do not have a pre booked seat , get to check in sometime before it opens , shorter lines and you get a choice of seat , if polite :-) Once checked , all the other stuff takes time too . Get through and relax :-) Even arriving more than 2 hours ahead might not be enough . Got to one airport , bags scanned easily before entering . To literally join the end of the check in line . 2 hours later , had check in , in sight . @ scheduled time of departure . I was about the first 50% to check in ! Flight delayed . Not cool if you have a short lay over before the next flight . Yes , buying from Duty free , with a stop over . Got burned in Dubai , pack it all in your checked baggage .

[@janfitzgerald3615]

Most airlines board by group, it’s probably best to board with your group which also can assure overhead storage is available near your seat.

[@g30rg3cu4413]

Bad advice. Groups normally start from the back of the plane, then progress forward (excluding business / first of course! Those guys are in the first group anyways!). People in the early groups will often put their carryon bags in the overhead bins nearer the front rather than hoping there's still space around their own seat, so when later groups do board the bins around their seats are already full, and they end up having their bags stored in bins behind them.

[@rosaliemoon5905]

I’d rather board earlier, even if my bag isn’t bulky, because there’s a better chance it can be stowed at or near my seat 😊

[@mbd6054]

Exactly. It's preferable to have your luggage within your sights. Overhead luggage is stolen, more often than people realise.

[@carolynmurtaza1180]

Use packing cubes.... Always

[@jameslee8790]

Can you reduce the background music (or noise like other people commented)...

[@danikim235]

A good tip: have a small fanny pack on you and put your most important / most needed things there - wallet, phone, small powerbank, chapstick, tissues, etc. Much better than keeping all of that in your pockets as you don't have to unpack it for security check. Also better than keeping it in your backpack because in the event of an evacuation you are not allowed to take any luggage with you.

[@martymoser8661]

This is especially helpful when seated in the emergency exit seats.

[@birbluv9595]

I’ve relied on a fanny pack for 40 years.

[@alec1113]

You showed cabin crew beds from a ship ?

[@zatoichison6420]

Thank you. I am just travelling right now, and I learned a lot of new things useful for everyone.

[@cindylky]

Waiting through check-in n custom checks......I sleep overnight in SKorea airport while waiting 7am flight.. I barely make it to my flight after waiting the long queue as custom check-in. 😅 Unless u got VVVIP pass starting at check-in to entering plane...PLEASE BE EARLY.

[@suzannederringer1607]

I haven't flown in years. Don't think I will ever again .

[@yael1473]

Then why would you even watch this video or comment on it?😂

[@dii-N-sd]

Did u have a bad experience or do u just dislike flying?

[@JaniceCrowell]

I want to board early because I’m claustrophobic and cannot handle ending up in a middle seat on Southwest.

[@Ianlee1977]

2 hours is pretty much on the safe side considering how long queues can get to check in. If you have a nice airport ( Changi airport in Singapore where i'm from) , check in earlier just to walk around and chill.

[@isaborg8353]

BAD ADVICE. Even in small airports, airport follow the same FED.regulations and if something goes wrong and you can't make it before the door closes, it is your loss 100%

[@longochu8588]

I often like to board last when i travel alone, especially without a large carry-on, if i can't board early (from airline credit card status). Waiting for others to board on bridge and in cabin is definitely a huge waste of time.

[@sidoniewinterpasternak9938]

Having expensive luggage is the sure way to say goodbye to it.

[@mbd6054]

Exactly. The best luggage is inconspicuous, well worn looking, and definitely not ostentatious or expensive. For hassle free travelling, avoid fashion statements, and aim to blend in, looking average in person, and in luggage.

[@Let_Walk_Around]

What I do is try to put single items on Ziploc bags then roll it up taking the air out then close the bag it creates a vacuum seal and you get more space

[@DumDumDooo]

Exactly what I do

[@Klehocky1]

Unless you’re in Atlanta. Getting through security there sucks.

[@vgshwk]

I like going to the airport early so I can use the lounge.

[@macforme]

@vgshwk: I think that is for first class and business class only....

[@vgshwk]

@@macforme not if you have ceartain credit cards for ceartain lounges

[@macforme]

@@vgshwk Ahhhh, okay.... didn't know that. I don't have those cards.

[@tubulardude44]

@@macformeChase Sapphire Reserve Visa. Annual fee easily covered by points

[@gordonallen9095]

Me too. Beats sitting at the gates any day of the week!

[@bobjuniel8683]

A carry on case is maximum weight 7kg or 15lb. My case empty weighs 1.5kg or 3lb but most weight 2kg or 4lb. I travel with an iPad and 3 months of essential medicines and medical records, and that fills my carry-on case. No room for clothes. A check-in case is essential for me. International flights to Australia are expensive so I stay for 3 months with domestic flights between hot northern cities to cold southern cities. I cannot carry winter dressing down and pyjamas, warm outdoor wear, plus smart visiting clothes. Airlines have reduced baggage to an inadequate level. Domestic flights have less baggage than international allowances, that prevent passengers from fling in to the South, and flying out from the north.

[@globalautobahn1132]

0:01 I got one of those boarding passes when I had to book a one-way ticket home after my connecting flight was delayed landing due to a emergency landing in front of us. Long story short because it was a one-way ticket flying from London through Calgary to LA booked the day before. I got one of those sporting passes with SSSS stamp all over it. I didn’t know what it meant until I got to Canada and that’s when he search through everything that I have, including making me turn on all my electronics. I told people that I didn’t get the third degree from security in London and they were very surprised and that’s when they told me that’s what the S’s stamped on my boarding pass

[@chiarac3833]

I bought a one way last minute once and was surprised I didn't get the third degree.

[@karenturner7184]

My tip (having worked at an airport), don't have the hard cases, the machines pushing the cases along can burst them open and damage the cases. And, as a long time traveller, prefer the rolling duffel, easier to pack.

[@kauaiboy5o]

The airport and boarding scene is stressful and like many people its an anxiety experience. At least being at the airport early alleviates one less anxiety and only have to deal with the boarding anxiety to get an overhead luggage space like on United which always arbitrarily makes people check their luggage even though space were available, and on SWA will I get an aisle seat and be seated next to my wife. So I come to the airport early and chill until boarding time.

[@wilfredprins9718]

Boarding as last will be a 100% chance of having your handluggage put below in the hull

[@vtcs1963]

Feels like yet another AI channel that nobody double checked.

[@rob.w.t.3356]

About how much in advance should I arrive at the airport: In my experience being 3 hours or more before the flight makes the whole experience much more relaxing. Especially when the flight is at the most frequent times in the day. You even may consider to rather spend time in a lounge that you pay for. It can give you a relaxed waiiting for your departure while have food and drinks and a quiet environment instead of the hectic and noisy airport around the gate or the duty free zone.

[@user-vi4df6zs8n]

If you flying southwest airlines....you need to be first....lol cuz they are didn't have designated seats for passengers,first come first take

[@theorangecircle1066]

SWA will start assigning seats next year for passengers.

[@shazbo]

SSSS is always on my boarding card so its anything but random. I get searched and questioned ONLY in the USA

[@dontfencemein-rving7439]

Bad advice on boarding last and also for arriving at least two hours early. You never know if there is a problem or delays getting to the airport. Lima airport will force you to change your flight if you get there an hour early. BAD ADVICE!

[@direwolf6234]

could be pro-hamas demonstrators ...

[@ag1382]

I had SSS when leaving Frankfort in Germany to Orlando Florida. Questions, checked backpack, and hands and backpack swabbed I guess for drugs or explosives. Ok about 7 or 8 minutes and got my boarding pass stamped and sent on my way.

[@andytastan6515]

Seems to be only if you fly to the US. I have flown a lot in Europe and they don't even look at your boarding pass at security now.

[@balasFTW]

​@@andytastan6515 in Europe they only ask you to swipe your boarding pass on a screen. After authentication, you're given green light to go on and to make your way into the security check. There you just leave all belongings and suitcase (x-ray) and walk through the security metal detector door. Only when you're at the check-in zone or boarding gate do they ask for ID.

[@balasFTW]

In most, if not all, of Europe, you don't need to show ID at the airport security check. I've been to 16 european countries (Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Czechia, Croatia, France, Germany, Hungary, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland). Nowadays, you just swipe your boarding ticket in front of a scanner (the passenger goes through a device that reads his/her ticket) and proceeds to the security check. There, you drop your belongings (suitcase, backpack, phone, etc) and walk through the metal detector device. You just show the ID at the check-in and boarding.

[@oldmanJ]

Better early than late.Oops i missed my flight.

[@Thechoosenone41]

Always board last 😀 I have never had an issue with finding a spot for my carry on. I travel weekly due to work and not one incident. Sit back and relax while everyone waits in line 🤣

[@yael1473]

Finally some sanity but it's almost better not to tell them otherwise no one will line up 😂

[@azi324]

Board last? Except for SW Airlines where you choose you seats as you board

[@glenjamindle]

I like boarding last and letting them check my bag.

[@user-cu8tw9wp8q]

Before 911. After 911. I arrive 2 hours in advance, sometimes more than 2 hours in advance so I can enjoy time to grab a meal. I have flown a lot for business. I've only flown twice in first class, otherwise always in coach. I've only had secondary screening when a new screening line has opened, I was called over first, and couldn't stop the TSA from snatching my carry on and screening my hidden laptops (because I didn't have time to take it out myself). I'm sure one of these days I might be chosen for a random check. I'm merely stating that the warning to NOT arrive more than 2 hours in advance is bogus.

[@JW-ku7nn]

I generally arrive 1 hour early. If the lines are long, just tell one of the employees that you are at risk of missing your flight and they will almost always move you up to the front.

[@MotoPokey]

They may not take your seat but they’ll take the overhead space and then you’ll have to check your luggage, which is why I try to board first

[@alberttickle1106]

Overhead luggage compartments are always full so get to your seat asap !!!

[@Food4thought1234]

I’ve been flying for over 15 years. People arrive 2 hours early. Even at a small airport. But hey. It’s your money and time

[@NineEyeRon]

I love arriving very early to the airport, usually aim for 4-6 hours before.

[@yael1473]

The check-in counter isn't even open until 3 1/2 hours before the flight. What in the world are you doing?😂😂

[@rob.w.t.3356]

About packing the luggage: I experienced that packing clothes for 10 days on a 14 days trip is more than enough. Even if you do not have the change to wash clothes. Why that? 1. I only pack clothes I really know that I will wear. 2. I expect that I have the possibility to wash clothes (socks and underwear can be washed in any sink). 3. Often We buy new cloth on our trip, so I will still have space for them or even better ... 4. I always take some very old cloth with me that I will not take home again and instead I can get a few new cloth

[@CIF369]

board last = no overhead 🙄

[@andrewschliewe6392]

Yep, and even if you are flying 1st class, the overhead bins might be full as well.

[@stalagnight]

Never have carry on, I can't reach to load them and in my 80's so don't have the strength.

[@gordonallen9095]

Exactly....

[@nono-c1j]

@@andrewschliewe6392 nope, you never took one. other classes bags can't even go there

[@yael1473]

​@@stalagnightAs a woman, 9 times out of 10 a man will jump to help me put my carry on in the overhead.

[@Minecraft-ue7ux]

Planes do not tell the pilots within 10 miles, planes are meant to spaced by a minimum of 5 and even of you're only 4 miles apart the plane doesn't alert the pilots until actually close

[@chicky895]

Sometimes we have no choice but to board last. They call passengers by zone and zone 5 is the last one. Zone 5 is the ppl seating by the wings area and we are always last 😂😂

[@thun8015]

Board last? I used to but now OH no. As much possible, if I can, I would pay for a priority boarding. I had two flights experiences where in my carry-on was placed at the very back end of the plane and my seat was at the front row be because many passengers take over the overhead compartment. Flying etiquette has drastically changed. being “too” polite and nice will end you up most especially missing your connecting flights or schedule for the day in your destination. When I fly economy premium i’m vigilant and quick until I safely get into my seat. safely means I am seated on the right row and my carry on is in the right compartment head. I have no issue so far flying business or FC. 😂😂😂

[@robertbrzheintzbrz147]

100% agree. I do the same for the same and more reasons (overbooking and time prepare yourself for long distance flights)

[@hotdrumchick]

12:16-Depends upon the TSA. Where my friend works, the receipt must show inside the sealed bag. I’d just suggest you put the liquid inside your checked bag when you exit customs and before you transfer your bag(s).

[@henriquegar800]

NO ....DON'T MAKE A COPY OF YOUR BOARDING PASS. PUT YOUR name and cell and destination in your luggage I just saw a video that your boarding pass has too much personal info and a bad person could cause you grief by using the info against u like changing your destination etc.

[@R.a.t.t.y]

I say do make a copy if your boarding pass but keep one in your carry-on and one in your pocket. In your luggage should be a tag with your name, mobile number and work address. Not your home address as a burglar may think your house is unoccupied and not a friend/relative’s address as the burglar may think this house is unoccupied.

[@LeolaGlamour]

​@@R.a.t.t.y child who would do that?! Most people are not changing flights for fun. Where did you even get that?

[@LeolaGlamour]

​@@R.a.t.t.y my home is my work address

[@sadiegirl5312]

Absolutely! I saw the same video.

[@shannonobrien9922]

I havent flown since 2017 (although I flew world wode as a teenager- alone) I will be flying in about 1 week and Im anticipating a hassel.....I will be allowing LOADS of time to arrive.....if I have to sit 2 hours, i have to sit 2 hours (Im driving an older relative aceoss country for a move and have to fly back) and I will be checking a firearm!!!!!!! LOTS of time to get on the plane- never flown w my friend, would rather sit for 5 and be fine and not have sufficient time

[@robertbrzheintzbrz147]

I would never ever put my camera on the outside of my clothes in the suitcase. Suitcases are thrown around!

[@rob.w.t.3356]

The ONLY reason for me to board the plane late is ... if you are late (otherwise I would rather be early there. Although I am not stressing out at any situations) Why is that? 1. You should have a carry-on luggage or suitcase with your most precious belongings that you better don't give out of your hands especially not for checking-in. 2. You are in the aircraft and can start relaxing there. 3. Your carry-on baggage is safe in the overhead compartment already

[@pnwildflowergal7832]

They need to add back the smoking area outside after going through tsa .. it’s bs to have ppl trapped in airport after security especially before getting on a long flight with out a spot .. anxiety is already high just being at airport and trying to make flight it’s extremely frustrating and then knowing once your through security that the next time you can have a smoke break and that is extreme anxiety inducer I just did a 6 + hour Miami flight plus 2-3 hours in airport and it sucked on top of flying anxiety

[@user-jv6jv1by4i]

Get to airport 2 hours before your flight boarding time at JFK. They change the gates all the time at last minute. Also getting on the plane last, you are taking a big chance of all the overhead space being gone, and your bag may have to be checked in at last minute and can get lost.😊

[@krisvanallen]

we have been rolling outfits together since our kids went to summer camp. it was easier for them to just grab a bundle, and I did what I could to make them change underwear.

[@stottme1]

Why the background music?

[@LaResistenciaEDC]

Pro tip : avoid vietjet air if you dont want to always have delayed flights... 😂

[@rob.w.t.3356]

About compression bags: Always consider that with the compression you can add more cloths to the suitcase BUT you raise the weight and then you might be overweighted. To reach the allowed 7 or 8 KG happens very quickly. And I don't want to pay for overweight cabin luggage. ALso if youuse the compression you need to have that pump with you to do the same on your flight back.

[@frantyi6424]

How sanitary is that to take your water bottle where you’ve been drinking from and others and put it on that dispenser like that 🤮🤢🤔🤦🏽‍♀️💯‼️

[@LeolaGlamour]

Unless someone slobbers on it you should be fine

[@cyndimanka]

I haven’t had a paper boarding pass for about 10 years. Thought I lost it once. Forget that!

[@BrunoQuaresmaSilva]

Tip for long overnight vacation travels: travel dressed with cothes you dont care about. So when you feel dirty, you simple change and throw the old ones away. And so you are always clean.

[@user-jp4tl9zd8n]

We were here two hour before are flights. You may get a ticket for a early flight 🛫✈️.

[@Fiona2254]

SSSS means you get a full pat down, extra screening.

[@rob.w.t.3356]

It's a myth that rolling the clothes would save space in the luggage. It always covers the same space. Rather apck like it is a lego game. Have the small items packed into bigger items or spaces in the luggage like holes or edges.

[@jamesg1974a]

Yes, boarding last is excellent and unless you have a carry-on because you will not have a bin

[@victoro.velasquez8104]

2:00 I always do board last 👍🏻😅 4:04 😮 6:15 😮 6:35 9:11 9:34 logical 11:36 13:24 yes, I learnt that 💯👍🏻💚 14:07 correct 💯 19:44 👍🏻 20:03 👍🏻

[@andreak7592]

Every time i check a bag, something ends up lost, stolen, or broken. Its ridiculous almost every single time. I started using those little TSA approved locks locking by checked luggage and have had no issues since then.

[@brandonhoffman4712]

30 minutes before the flight is typically fine. If its a large airport an extra 15-30 minutes might be ideal. Like Denver or Las Vegas.

[@yael1473]

You do realize that flying internationally is different story right? There's a whole world outside of the US

[@andyforward4134]

Don’t board last? Most airlines board passengers via groups & you board when you’re group is called so you don’t really have much choice in the matter.

[@LeolaGlamour]

I don't usually have a carryon so as long as I have a assigned seat I am fine to board last. I prefer it because I hate being around people.

[@yael1473]

Such a good boy, you certainly have a choice. No one says anything if you board last or during last call.

[@jorgeaugustoamorimdesousa1120]

You keep playing the annoying noise in the background, can’t watch it any longer.

[@cathycooper5606]

Same I lasted 2 mins

[@pamcscott22]

I can't listen to this s*** anymore! So freaking annoying!

[@kevincorr2985]

Bangkok took me 2 hrs from entering the bld, check bags, security and get to the gate. Not a minute to spare.