{"id":16298,"date":"2022-09-17T19:23:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-17T18:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=16298"},"modified":"2023-01-02T13:32:31","modified_gmt":"2023-01-02T12:32:31","slug":"guide-first-time-traveling-alone-airport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/guide-first-time-traveling-alone-airport\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to Your First Time Traveling Alone in an Airport"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps you\u2019re one of those travelers that effortlessly breeze through Heathrow in <a href=\"\/d\/europe#countries=214,cities=11149\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">London<\/a>, or JFK in <a href=\"\/d\/usa#cities=3051\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">New York City,<\/a> like nobody\u2019s business. Maybe you get pretty damn flustered at the thought of checking-in, or you&#8217;ve heard some customs horror stories. But what if you\u2019ve actually never traveled solo on a commercial aircraft, or checked-in to an airport before? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With some easy preparation, we\u2019re here to ensure that your first time traveling alone in an airport before joining your <a href=\"\/deals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tour<\/a> is as seamless as possible. After reading our list of tips, we bet you\u2019ll be moving through the terminal like a pro.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16308\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16308\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16308 size-large lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Toronto-Pearson-Airport-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Arrivals at Toronto Pearson Airport, Canada\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Toronto-Pearson-Airport-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Toronto-Pearson-Airport-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Toronto-Pearson-Airport-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Toronto-Pearson-Airport-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16308\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">All great adventures start at the airport | \u00a9 Miguel Carra\u00e7a\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><strong>What to do before you arrive at the airport<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Avoid packing last minute<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We know that sometimes life gets in the way, which, of course, means that packing last minute is unavoidable. Packing a week before your trip \u2013 or even two days before your flight \u2013 means you\u2019ll be in a much calmer state of mind, and far less likely to forget one of your must-have items. In the month before you travel, make a list of everything you need, which will help you to be as prepared as possible.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure to check the airlines carry-on rules and the weight limit for your check-in luggage. The last thing you need before meeting your tour group is a hefty fee to carry one or two extra kilos on board.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/how-to-save-money-on-flights-to-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to Save Money on Flights to London<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n<h3><strong>Check your passport expiry date<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overlooking the expiry date of your passport is a surprisingly easy mistake to make, even for veteran travelers. Stay one step ahead of the game by checking your passport expiry the minute you even think about booking your flight or tour to avoid any nasty surprises at the airport. Depending on the destination, a minimum validity of six months is usually required.<\/span><\/p><p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B075ZN83D6\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B075ZN83D6&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dtc-airport-guide-20&amp;linkId=3f77e691788f4e5993315174b541054f\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Carry your passport in a secure, eco-friendly case. <\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=dtc-airport-guide-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B075ZN83D6\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" style=\"border:none !important; margin:0px !important;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Triple check your itinerary <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all make mistakes, but arriving at the airport on a wrong day can be avoided by looking over your itinerary in the days before your travel date. &nbsp;If you\u2019re unsure about the dates or flight time, ask a friend to look at your itinerary for you, just to be sure.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16305\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16305\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16305 size-large lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/san-deigo-airport-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset at San Diego Airport\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/san-deigo-airport-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/san-deigo-airport-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/san-deigo-airport-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/san-deigo-airport-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16305\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Before you arrive at the airport, make sure you check your flight details | \u00a9 Cameron Stow\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><strong>Check-in online 24 hours before your flight<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nowadays, the online check-in process takes all of 5-10 minutes. For some airlines, this is your opportunity to seriously upgrade your experience. You can select your meal, customise your entertainment options, choose your seat, and really start to get excited about your travels. Once you\u2019ve completed the process, print off your boarding pass and store it in a safe place, or download the electronic version on your phone. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Organise your liquids <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For all flights across the world, liquids must not exceed 100ml, and each of these containers must be able to squeeze into a 1-litre plastic bag. Triple check the size of your sunscreen, perfume, moisturiser, face lotion, and liquid foundation to avoid any nasty surprises at airport security.<\/span><\/p><p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07FTHN8YV\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07FTHN8YV&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dtc-airport-guide-20&amp;linkId=3c74c4b1b13c1f24a91d265cb3e5b68b\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Invest in a collection of TSA approved, leak-proof reusable containers to make travel even easier.<\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=dtc-airport-guide-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07FTHN8YV\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" style=\"border:none !important; margin:0px !important;\"><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Wear comfortable clothes <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to your first solo airport experience, it\u2019s all about preparation. Try not to overdo it on the bulky layers (as you\u2019ll be likely be asked to remove each layer), and it is best to wear shoes that are easy to remove when moving through security.<\/span><\/p><p>Ladies can buy airport-friendly sweaters <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B076C3LH9M\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B076C3LH9M&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dtc-airport-guide-20&amp;linkId=7dc77e4aed504e2f5bfb337fc805b550\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=dtc-airport-guide-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B076C3LH9M\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" style=\"border:none !important; margin:0px !important;\">, while guys can find comfortable fleece sweatshirts perfect for long travel days <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B00JUM31F0\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B00JUM31F0&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dtc-airport-guide-20&amp;linkId=727d8ae5086e98df3cc1565705c88440\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=dtc-airport-guide-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B00JUM31F0\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" style=\"border:none !important; margin:0px !important;\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong>What to do when you&#8217;re at the airport traveling alone.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Arrive early<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recommended time to arrive at the airport is at least two hours before your flight is due to depart, or three hours for international departures. This might sound like an excessive amount of time to spend waiting before your flight, but in this case, it\u2019s better to be overly cautious. Arriving nice and early provides ample time to drop your luggage, go to the security screening checkpoint, and grab a snack and find your gate. Most airlines impose strict rules as to when they will stop accepting check-ins, and this can vary between 30-60 minutes before departure. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For first-time travelers, don\u2019t be afraid to speak up and make the airport staff aware that it\u2019s your first time traveling alone in an airport. Remember that they\u2019re there to help you. By making it clear that you\u2019re really unsure about where to go, or what to do, they can put your nervous mind at ease by explaining the entire process for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16307\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16307\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-16307 lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/St-Petersburg-airport-min-1024x517.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"343\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/St-Petersburg-airport-min-1024x517.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/St-Petersburg-airport-min-900x454.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/St-Petersburg-airport-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/343;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16307\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">It&#8217;s better to be safe, and arrive early to the airport | \u00a9 Jan Zhukov\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><strong>Keep a firm eye on your passport <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pick a spot in your handbag, your backpack, or in your front pocket and make sure your passport stays there. Remove it only when needed, and be especially careful not to misplace it at the security screening.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/airports-with-yoga-studios-usa-europe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Best Airports with Yoga Studios in the USA and Europe<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n<h3><strong>Be prepared for airport security <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A security screening can take as little as a few minutes, or up to an hour if it\u2019s a busy airport. To keep the line moving, be prepared to comply with the rules of a security screening. Before you enter the line, empty your water bottle, have your passport and boarding pass in your hand, and be ready to remove your shoes, belt,&nbsp;and bulky layers if asked to do so. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you enter the security line, remove your computer or iPad, mobile phone, and your collection of small liquids, and place the contents into the tray provided for screening. Remember to place your handbag or backpack in its own tray for screening. As your items roll along the conveyor belt for screening, patiently wait to be called through the metal detector for a body scan. Once you and your items have been screened, simply pack up your items (triple check you have your passport) and start making your way to your boarding gate.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16306\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16306\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-16306 lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/san-diego-airport-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/san-diego-airport-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/san-diego-airport-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/san-diego-airport-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/san-diego-airport-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16306\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Follow the signs in the terminal or ask for directions if you are lost&nbsp; | \u00a9 Briana Tozour\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><strong>What to do during the boarding process<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Get to the gate on time<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By this point, you will have now successfully navigated your way through the busiest parts of the airport. All that&#8217;s left for you to do is check your boarding pass, as it will inform you what time boarding will commence and which gate your flight will depart from. If there are any last minute changes to your flight departure time or gate, all updates will be announced over the speaker, and the changes will be communicated on the large screens that display all flight departures.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assuming you\u2019re at the gate, patiently waiting to board, at this stage you just need to listen for the boarding queues. The gate attendant will call your boarding group (often listed as zones 1-8, or group A-D) or sometimes you will be called by your row number. Those traveling with children, or in need of wheelchair assistance, are likely to be called first.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16302\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16302\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-16302 lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Front-of-plane-from-airport-gate-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Front-of-plane-from-airport-gate-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Front-of-plane-from-airport-gate-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Front-of-plane-from-airport-gate-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Front-of-plane-from-airport-gate-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16302\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Once you&#8217;ve found your gate, all you need to do is sit back and wait to board| \u00a9Iwan Shimko\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><strong>What to do once you&#8217;re on the plane<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you walk onto the plane, the cabin crew will point you in the direction of your seat. Once you find your seat, step out of the aisle to let others pass, and stow your luggage in the overhead storage before sitting down to relax and enjoy your flight.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/the-best-accessories-for-long-flights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Best Accessories for Long Flights<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16309\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16309\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-16309 lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/View-from-plane-window-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/View-from-plane-window-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/View-from-plane-window-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/View-from-plane-window-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/View-from-plane-window-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16309\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ready for take off? It&#8217;s time for adventure! | \u00a9 Nicolas J Leclercq\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><em>Have we missed anything? Share your tips in the comments below!&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Perhaps you\u2019re one of those travelers that effortlessly breeze through Heathrow in London, or JFK in New York City, like nobody\u2019s business. Maybe you get pretty damn flustered at the thought of checking-in, or you&#8217;ve heard some customs horror stories. 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