The holiday travel rush is among us once more, and the mayhem at LAX is already underway. The lesson is the same whether you’re driving or flying: be prepared for long waits and high traffic on the roads and at the airport.
There was a noticeable buzz of excitement, frustration, and everything in between among the passengers at the United Airlines terminal as the morning at LAX progressed. It’s just getting started, and the rush is genuine.
Paul Hennessey of Los Angeles is one of the passengers; he is traveling to Chicago with his dog. He remarked, “She fits under the seat,” referring to his pet, who seemed to take pleasure in the thrill. “She enjoys the commotion.” She enjoys the thrill.
With winter storm warnings in effect for New York, Pennsylvania, and Northwest Ohio, the weather plays a significant role in this holiday rush. Rain and snow could persist into Christmas Day due to the weather, and as of this morning, 67 planes leaving from LAX have already had delays, up from 56 flights earlier in the day. It was anticipated that number would continue to rise. Click here to see the status of your flight.
Drivers were already moving on Sunday, with many of them slogging through congested roadways for over fifty kilometers. Terminals at airports are no exception. Over the next several days, millions of people are scheduled to pass through, and long lineups formed around the security checks.
Over 100 million Americans are expected to travel this holiday season, with the majority doing it by car, according to AAA. It’s the same story with people who fly. Over the following week, millions of passengers are anticipated to travel via airports, with the busiest travel days being December 27 and 30.
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