US EditionTravellers issued urgent warning over TikTok 'Airport Theory' trend
- Social media users are engaging in the 'Airport Theory,' suggesting just 15 minutes is enough time to catch a flight, which has led to over 382.9 million posts on TikTok.
- Experts recommend UK travellers arrive at least three hours early for long-haul flights, two hours for European flights, and one hour for domestic flights.
- Amanda Parker at Netflights emphasized the dangers of this trend, noting that boarding starts 45 minutes before departure, contrary to the 15 minutes proposed.
- Security Central Search closes after the final scheduled departure, and travellers are advised to check in early to avoid issues, especially during peak times.
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