When to arrive at the airport to catch your flight: expert advice

Arriving early or making it in the last hour - these are the thoughts that accompany travelers who have to travel by plane. Those who are worried about missing their flight leave a few hours in advance, waiting for their turn, and some arrive too late and don't have time to do anything.

So, what is the best time to arrive at the airport to check in your luggage and go about your business without rushing and waiting too long? The Manchester Evening News has an article about it.

Leading travel operator Ski Vertigo says it's worth determining and considering how long each stage of pre-boarding security checks and controls may take, as well as your personal needs. In particular, security checks can last less than 20 minutes on average, or even less if there are special services for this purpose.

In addition, it is noted that the time may vary depending on the size of the aircraft or the characteristics of the airline. For example, boarding for long-haul flights at Heathrow Airport may begin 45 minutes before the plane's departure. It is also reported that it is worth paying attention to the time before boarding the plane and the actual exit locations. Sometimes these places can be far away, so it is better to arrive early. Thus, depending on the size of the airport and the boarding location, the optimal time to arrive before the gate closes is 1-2 hours.

If your airport and airline allow you to go through the main checks and check your luggage directly in their app or on their website, you can arrive later. However, if this is not possible and you are going on a long flight, it is better to arrive at least 3 hours before departure.

Earlier, TravelWise reported why passengers are in a hurry to be the first to leave the plane after boarding.