Airlines Brace for Record Spring Break Travel
Spring Break is just around the corner- have you made your vacation plans? According to a recent Fox News article, Spring break travel is taking off in a big way this year.
U.S. airlines expect to carry 171 million passengers between March 1 and April 30. That is a 4% increase over last year.
Airport Travelers
Photo: Orlando International Airport
Airlines are expecting about 2.8 million travelers per day, making this one of the busiest spring travel seasons yet.
To meet demand, airlines are adding routes and increasing capacity. Around 26,000 flights will depart daily with nearly 3.5 million seats.
Various airlines say carriers are ready for the surge.
Image: OrlandoAirports.net
Travel experts say this reflects a clear trend: Americans are prioritizing experiences and moving forward with long-planned vacations.
Warm-weather destinations remain top choices, with Florida leading search trends, and Key West ranks as the most-searched domestic spring break destination.
Image: OrlandoAirports.net
Some travelers are rethinking trips to parts of Mexico due to security concerns.
There is also an increase in the number of alternative Caribbean destinations, including the Dominican Republic. All-inclusive resorts are also popular choices this year.
Orlando International Airport
Photo: MCO
If you are passing through Orlando International Airport and visiting Central Florida, here are a few tips to help with your Spring Break travels:
- MCO Reserve. Passengers can book a time slot to go through a TSA security checkpoint on the FlyMCO website.
- Cell Phones Lots. Instead of circling the airport, use the North or South Cell Phone Lots to wait for your passenger.
- Pack Right. Take a look at the MCO video that offers packing tips!
- MCO App. The app gives you all the important info you need at your fingertips, the best in-terminal navigation experience, and more.
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