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The blog analyzes holiday travel data, highlighting airports with the longest security lines and highest delays. Miami International had the longest wait times during Thanksgiving (54.1 minutes), while Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood had the most delays (21.2%). During the winter holidays, Seattle-Tacoma had the longest waits (69.8 minutes), and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood led in delays again (30%). Nearly half of surveyed travelers reported waiting over an hour in security, with 6% missing flights due to long lines, emphasizing the need for careful planning during peak travel seasons.
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Disclaimer: Jettly operates as a charter broker, offering access to a global digital jet charter marketplace. Jettly is not a direct air carrier and does not own or operate aircraft. All advertised flights are conducted by third-party air carriers that are fully licensed and hold the appropriate Part 135 or Part 121 certifications issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or equivalent regulatory authorities under U.S. or foreign law. Jettly complies fully with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Part 295 and Part 298 Charter Broker regulations. Jettly does not carry additional liability insurance. Passengers are covered by aircraft operator insurance.
