With area schools observing their Spring Break in the coming weeks and travel numbers increasing, passenger traffic at Memphis International Airport (MEM) could exceed pre-pandemic levels from 2019. The peak travel period is expected to fall between March 9-13.
MEM is projecting more than 38,000 people to pass through the security checkpoint during the 5-day holiday travel period March 10-14, with expected peak travel days on Thursday, March 10, Friday, March 11 and Sunday, March 13. MEM is sharing the following tips to help ensure a more efficient travel experience.
Traffic will increase during the primary Spring Break travel periods, which are expected to be March 11-14 and March 25-28. Passengers can ensure more efficient travel by utilizing the following tips:
Like many other airports around the nation, Memphis International Airport (MEM) is experiencing a reduction in passenger traffic this week as concerns about the COVID-19 virus (coronavirus) have increased. While specific numbers are not yet available, MEM expects that passenger numbers will be significantly below previous projections for Spring Break. As a result, the airport…
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Passengers advised to arrive at airport 2 hours before departure MEMPHIS, Tenn. (March 9, 2020) – Memphis International Airport (MEM) is preparing for another busy spring break travel period, with the heaviest travel days taking place March 12-15. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) expects to screen about 33,600 passengers and employees during this period, a…
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