Newark Liberty International Airport travelers prepare for busy Fourth of July holiday rush

News 12's Lauren Due talked to airline travelers as this Fourth of July holiday is expected to be one of the busiest travel days on record.

Lauren Due

Jul 3, 2024, 4:41 PM

Updated 3 days ago

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Port Authority is expecting a record number of travelers to use its airports, bridges and tunnels for the Fourth of July holiday between today and Sunday.
Thursday is expected to be the busiest day at the region's airports. Authorities say 2.1 million Americans are expected to travel at local airports through Sunday.
The Transportation Security Administration recommends that travelers get to the airport at least two hours before a domestic flight and three hours before international departures.
News 12 New Jersey's Lauren Due talked to travelers at Newark Liberty International Airport as this Fourth of July holiday is expected to be one of the busiest travel days on record.


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