Expert Tips to Prevent Flight Delays This Busy Holiday Season

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Americans are traveling in record numbers. Add in seasonal storms, old technology, sold-out flights, packed airspace, plus staffing issues, and getting to your vacation destination on time seems more like a getaway game of chance.

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While flight cancellations are down compared to last year, delayed flights are up significantly.

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Flying is an adventure in itself. You may find yourself kicking, screaming, and questioning your decision to leave home before arriving at your destination.

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But there are ways to better prepare for the cancellations, delays, and other impending airport drama before you even leave the house.

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So if you’re flying soon, increase your odds of smooth travels with these tips from full-time travelers, pilots, and flight attendants.

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1. Cheapest Isn’t Always the Best You'll want to research a whole host of information like airline on time record, size of plane and size of airport.

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2. Take an Early Morning Flight Take the first flight out in the morning. This way, if there are any issues early in the day, you’ll likely have plenty of other opportunities to catch a later flight.

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3. Get Your Airline's App And set it all up beforehand. The app is often updated faster than the gate agent and can be the difference to getting yourself on a new flight quickly. 

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