Thanksgiving travel surge expected at Philadelphia airport
- The holiday travel season in Philadelphia commenced last Friday, continuing through December 3.
- 1.04 million travelers are expected to pass through Philadelphia International Airport this year, 12% higher than last year.
- The Sunday after Thanksgiving is anticipated to be the busiest day of travel, with nearly 100,000 people expected.
As Thanksgiving approaches, travel activity has commenced in the Philadelphia region, including significant volumes at Philadelphia International Airport. Beginning last Friday, this holiday travel period is projected to last until December 3, and is expected to draw approximately 1.04 million travelers, marking a 12% increase compared to the previous year. Although Monday was anticipated to be one of the slower travel days, travelers reported minimal security line waits and a smooth process at the airport. The peak travel day is projected to occur on Sunday, December 1, when nearly 100,000 people are expected to arrive at PHL. The airport has introduced services like 'PHL Reserve' to facilitate parking for travelers, urging guests to allocate sufficient time for both security and road travel due to the anticipated congestion.