Holiday travel tips from Gulfport Biloxi International Airport

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The countdown to Thanksgiving has officially begun and airports are already packed with holiday travelers as one of the busiest weeks of the year begins.

Officials at the Gulfport Biloxi International Airport offered some tips for travelers.

To make your trip smoother, give yourself extra time as security and check in lines are expected to move slower than usual.

Keep your ID, boarding pass, and essentials easy to access so you can get through lines quickly.

Check your flight status before heading out, as weather and high passenger volume may cause last minute delays or gate changes.

Plan for heavier traffic on the way to the airport and consider using parking shuttles or rideshare options to save time.

If you’re bringing gifts, leave them unwrapped to avoid any hold ups at security checkpoints to keep the process moving smoothly.