Social Media Is Divided Over "Airport Theory," And It's 100% Not For Me
Matt Stopera
·1-min read
Let's talk "airport theory."
Four adults smiling, standing close together in a modern airport setting. One woman wears glasses, older man has a backpack, two younger people beside them
For years, conventional wisdom (and everyone's dad) believed you had to arrive at the airport at least two hours before your flight.
A diverse group of people, casually dressed, walk through an airport terminal with suitcases and tickets, appearing to be on a journey
Well, some people are trying to change that. The "airport theory" is a viral TikTok trend where people challenge that traditional "two hours before your flight" wisdom by arriving at the airport 15–20 minutes before their flight.
Three smiling people walking together, one looking at a phone, appearing to share a lighthearted moment
Person at airport holds iced coffee, wearing a white jacket, with caption "missed my flight" and sad emoji
Well, the TSA has shared their thoughts about it.
Person smiling, departing an airport with luggage. Casual outfit: light shirt, pants, and sneakers. Others also with bags, suggesting travel group
First, they shared their definition:
Summary of text: The "airport theory" suggests arriving 15-20 minutes before a flight to minimize waiting time while still clearing security and boarding
Then they shared how they felt:
TSA tweet humorously warns about upcoming daylight savings time change, mentioning awkwardness related to "airport theory."
"Our theory… You’re more than likely missing your flight, if you arrive 15-20 minutes before it departs."
TSA social media post humorously suggests arriving 15-20 minutes before a flight likely results in missing it
People in the comments seem to be in agreement with them.
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"I have to be at the gate an hour before so I can anxiously pee three times before boarding," this person joked.
User comment: "I have to be at the gate an hour before so I can anxiously pee three times before boarding."
Another person called the waiting at the airport their favorite part of flying.
Comment saying, "simplykmitra dare I say... the waiting at the airport is one of my favorite parts of flying," with 8 likes and 1 reply
We have @greeneggsandtacos saying, "I love having some chill time before my flight."
Comment from user greeneggsandtacos: "I love having some chill time before my flight."
And lastly, the best comment of all: "My dad shows up the day before."
Comment: "My dad shows up the day before." 56 likes
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