Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is offering tips ahead of the busy summer season to help travelers have a smoother journey.
CLEVELAND — With summer vacation just around the corner for many, Cleveland Hopkins Airport (CLE) is preparing for its busiest travel season in recent years.
The airport expects a significant increase in travel during the “100 Days of Summer” between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Officials said more than 3.3 million tourists are expected, an increase of 200,000 from the total number of travelers during the same period last year.
To provide travelers with a quality airport experience, CLE offers the following travel tips.
general travel tips
Arrive at least 2 hours before your domestic flight Arrive at least 3 hours before your international flight
You can also find the following on CLE’s website www.clevelandairport.com:
Flight statusAirline contact informationFood and retail optionsArt exhibition locationsCurrent TSA checkpoint wait timesAirport parking availability
parking options
CLE Curbside Valet, $35 per daySmart Parking Garage, $23 per dayRed Parking, $21 per dayBlue Parking, $21 per dayOrange Parking, $18 per dayBrown Parking, $16 per day
TSA travel tips
To ensure the smooth functioning of TSA checkpoints, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is reminding everyone to have their government-issued identification readily available.
Before coming to the airport, check your baggage to make sure it does not contain any prohibited items. All three CLE checkpoints have Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT) equipment for screening passengers. Be prepared for metal detectors and x-ray machines for carry-on luggage. Remember the TSA 3-1-1 rule for carry-on luggage: three ounces per container in a clear, one-quart bag, one per passenger. Items such as knives, sharp scissors, and pepper spray are prohibited in carry-on luggage. For a comprehensive list of prohibited and permitted items, see the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) website at www.tsa.gov. Carry-on luggage is limited to one bag and one personal item per person. Personal items include purses, briefcases, and laptop bags.
Clothes such as jackets and jackets must be removed for an X-ray examination.
Children under the age of 12 do not require identification and do not need to remove their shoes before passing through security.
