Have you started arriving at the airport gate early? Like, way early? Mary Vogel has. For her upcoming flight from Chicago to Paris, she’ll get to the terminal more than three hours before her ...

How early should we get to the airport? It's a hotly debated question in nearly every household. There are the people who want to get to the gate four hours before the plane even pulls up, and then ...

Early morning flights, particularly between 4 a.m. and 8 a.m., offer a less stressful experience due to cleaner terminals, shorter lines, and fresher staff. Tuesday is the most satisfying day to fly, ...

An international traveler learns that arriving early may not protect against cascading airport delays and rigid departure ...

Are you a gate camper? If you answered 'yes,' you'll want to know how getting to the airport too early can backfire (and maybe even make you miss your flight).

Ask any frequent flyer or travel expert, and they’ll tell you: The earlier you fly, the better your chances of getting out on time. “According to my experience, the best time to fly is between 4 am ...

A growing number of travelers, known as "gate campers," are arriving at airports excessively early out of fear. Travelers are generally advised to arrive two hours before domestic flights and three ...

Among the many benefits claimed for Heathrow’s controversial third runway proposal is this: “A better selection of flight times to the most popular destinations.” It’s always good to have a choice, ...