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QuestionAt what point do you go through immigration when you are leaving a country? Is it before or after check in?Community AnswerYou don't go through immigration when leaving a country. You go through immigration when arriving in a country that is not your native country.
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QuestionWhat do I do when I reach the destination? Do I just leave the airport?Community AnswerWhen you get to your destination, get off the plane and claim your bags. Then you can leave.
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QuestionWill my metal knee replacements be a problem when going through airport security?Community AnswerBefore you travel, get a note from your doctor and copies of your x-rays if possible. Check with the airport to find out if any other supporting documents will be necessary to go through security.
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QuestionWhat do I do on arrival at the airport?Community AnswerThe first thing you should do at the airport is check in for your flight. Look for your airline's desk, have your photo identification ready and ask the customer service agent for the next steps.
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QuestionHow do I get through the airport when travelling with a small dog?Community AnswerSecurity will ask you to take your dog out of the carrier. You can either walk or carry your dog through the metal detector.
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QuestionAfter the plane lands, where do I go to collect my bags?Community AnswerFollow signs to the baggage claim. There, you will find a screen which tells you what luggage belt to go to. There you will find your bags.
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QuestionHow can I bring my dog with me on a plane?Community AnswerSome airlines will allow small pets on board in contained crates, while some require that animals be checked and travel with baggage. Check the airline's website for the specifics on their policy.
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QuestionWhen can I pick out my seats for the airplane?VictoriaTop AnswererUsually, unless you are flying an airline that doesn't have assigned seats (check on their website for this information), you will be able to pick your seats when you buy your tickets.
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QuestionI have 1 hour to connect flights, will I have enough time to eat at a restaurant in the airport?Community AnswerYou won't have time for a sit-down meal, but you could pick something up to take with you to your next gate.
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QuestionIs eight minutes enough time to have between two flights?Community AnswerNo, an eight-minute layover will not give you enough time to exit the first plane and board the second.
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QuestionWhat can't I take in my luggage on an airplane?Community AnswerDepending on where you are traveling, liquids in excess of 3.4 ounces (100mL), explosives, aerosols, weapons, fuels and other potentially dangerous items may not be carried on an airplane. Check with the specific airline you will be flying on for details.
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QuestionWill they ask me for my passport if I'm traveling from California to Texas, or will my ID work?Community AnswerYour ID should be fine. You don't need a passport unless you're traveling outside of the United States.
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QuestionIf I have a boarding pass on my iPhone, do I still need to print out a boarding pass?Acurry628Community AnswerNo.
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QuestionWill a 50-minute layover provide me with enough time to make my connecting flight?Curtishuber5Community AnswerIn most airports, yes. But keep in mind that boarding often starts 20-30 minutes before departure, and in larger airports you may have a good walk from to your connecting terminal. If there are any delays with your first flight, it's likely you'd miss your second.
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QuestionCan I check in by myself if I'm 17 years old and already bought my ticket?Community AnswerI've done it, so yes. It may depend on how far you are going. I was going from LA to Ohio and I didn't need an adult.
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QuestionDo I need to remove my socks during the airport security screening process?Klm9658Community AnswerNo, you can keep them on. I always wear my socks during the security screening because you never know what germs are on the floor of the airport.
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QuestionDo older people have to remove their shoes?VictoriaTop AnswererAs per TSA policy, if you are 75 years of age or older then your shoes can remain on. If the alarm sounds, however, then you may be required to remove your shoes.
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QuestionDo I have to take all my bags on the airplane with me?Community AnswerYes, but you may be able to check your luggage so it will be held for you in the airplane during the flight.
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QuestionDo you need a passport when traveling from Texas to Minnesota?Community AnswerNo. Passports are only needed for international travel. You won't need one for domestic travel.
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QuestionCan I take tweezers or nail cutters in my carry-on or checked bag?Community AnswerNo, tweezers or any other sharp metal objects will be considered weapons and confiscated by the TSA agents/security.
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QuestionTSA Pre-check works for flights within the US. What is the equivalent for international flights to get through security faster?Community AnswerGlobal Entry is a similar program for international flights.
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QuestionCan I take tweezers in my purse?Community AnswerNo, you cannot take tweezers in your purse. The TSA agents will confiscate them.
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QuestionWhat kind of ID should my 3-year-old have? We won't need passports because we will be within our home country.Klm9658Community AnswerAll your 3-year-old needs is her boarding pass. IDs aren't required for children under 18.
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QuestionHow do I find my seat on the plane?Community AnswerYour seat number will be on your ticket. When you get into the plane, you can see that the seats are numbered. You can usually find these numbers directly under the overhead bins. Check your seat number on the ticket, and read the numbers until you get back to your seat. The number on your ticket indicates the row your seat is in. The letter indicates which seat in the row. So if your ticket says 7C, you are in row seven, seat C.
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QuestionI'm 13. Will I be able to travel from Pakistan to the UK on my own?Community AnswerMost likely no. People still consider you a minor. Your parent(s) will probably need to travel with you.
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QuestionMy child is traveling from Saudi Arabia through Amsterdam to Montreal. Can my 13-year-old son travel alone without the unaccompanied minor service?Community AnswerIt depends on the airline. For most of them, the child is an unaccompanied minor if they are 12 or under, but for others the cutoff is 18, so you will have to check with the airline.
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QuestionDo I have to take off my sweater when going through security?SpaceshipCommunity AnswerIf your sweater has a zipper on it you will have to remove it as it will set off the metal detector. If it does not have a zipper you may leave it on unless you are asked to remove it.
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QuestionWill my internal defibulator/pacemaker be affected by inspection?SpaceshipCommunity AnswerIf you have a defibrillator and you are travelling, bring a note from your doctor to explain to security officers that you have a pacemaker.
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QuestionIs an hour and a half enough time to get a connecting flight from the same terminal?VictoriaTop AnswererIt may be, especially if you don't have to go to a different terminal. However, to account for any possible delays, it's best to schedule a flight with a slightly longer layover, if possible.
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QuestionWhat time should I arrive at the airport if my flight departs at 12:00 a.m., but my boarding time is 11:00 p.m.?VictoriaTop AnswererYou should arrive no later than 9:00 p.m. If you're traveling internationally, or you're traveling around a holiday, it's best to arrive even earlier than that so you'll have enough time to check in for your flight, go through security and find your gate.
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