Traveling for the Fourth of July? Charlotte Douglas International Airport says to be prepared for long lines and crowds.
AAA projects 70.9 million people will travel over the Independence Day travel period — Saturday, June 29 to Sunday, July 7. An estimated 5.7 million of these people will fly — a 7% increase versus last year.
CLT anticipates record-breaking summer travel numbers, with passenger numbers potentially reading 14% higher compared to summer 2023.
Worst day(s) to fly:
According to Nerd Wallet, the Friday before July Fourth was the busiest travel day over the past three years.
For post-holiday travel, the Sunday after ranks as the busiest day to fly.
Best day(s) to fly:
Typically, July Fourth is the least busiest day.
Easing travel
- Arrive two hours before a flight within the US and three hours early for international flights
- Go online or download the Airport app to see estimated security wait times
