With the Spring Break travel season in full swing, we want to ensure your trip is anything but “March Madness.” So whether you’re springing for snow-capped mountains or breaking for the beach, these travel tips will ensure you don’t miss a beat:
- Check in online up to 24 hours before departure or on-the-go from a Web-enabled mobile device in select cities. Or if you’ve printed your itinerary, simply scan the barcode at our self-service airport kiosks.
- Arrive at least 1 hour and 30 minutes prior to domestic departures and 2 hours prior to international flights to meet required check-in times and clear security.
- Check out our baggage rules, including size requirements and fee information (you may carry on one bag and one small personal item at no charge). Then, check baggage at the counter or with our Skycaps curbside.
- Stay up-to-date on the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Secure Flight program, as well as passport and visa requirements.
- Know the requirements for security checkpoints and pack your 3-ounce containers of liquids in a single quart-size, clear plastic, zip-top bag.
- Read the DOT’s Safe Travel information about traveling with spare batteries.
Need assistance? Reach out to one of our Red Coat customer service agents in select airports.
Do you have a tip or two that makes your trip through the airport as easy as a day at the beach? Spring them on us.
Buffi Planas, Marketing
March 27th, 2010 at 12:16 am
When in doubt, pack a particular item in your checked bag rather than your carry on. 9 times out of 10 the item in doubt cannot be placed in your carry on (meaning it will be thrown away or you’ll have to check it). Of course, you can always stay up to date about baggage rules at http://www.tsa.gov. But, this little tidbit is convenient and can save oneself time.
March 28th, 2010 at 8:31 am
When traveling through check in, security and in flight; some keys to a pleasant trip: be patient, courteous and respectful. Also, the Sky Club is a great place to rest and relax before and after a flight – even offering short term day and monthly passes.