Do I really need to arrive 2 hours before a flight? You need longer.
USA Today • • business
Key Points:
- The partial government shutdown has led to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) worker shortages, causing long security lines and delays at airports nationwide, especially during the busy spring break travel period.
- Travelers are advised to arrive at airports earlier than usual—at least two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international flights—and to check airport websites for updated security wait times, as the TSA's MyTSA app is not updating during the shutdown.
- Airlines are generally not required to compensate passengers who miss flights due to long TSA security waits, though some may offer rebooking as a courtesy; passengers are encouraged to manage their arrival times accordingly.
- Transportation officials have warned that if TSA staffing shortages continue, smaller airports could face temporary closures, potentially
