Orlando International Airport expecting over 890,000 passengers this Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day Travel Period expected to see an increase of 3 percent over last year.

The unofficial end of the summer travel season is wrapping up at Orlando International Airport (MCO) and traffic is expected to increase slightly compared to last year’s record levels.

The Labor Day forecast calls for an increase of approximately 3 percent during the six-day period. In total, nearly 891,000 travelers are expected to use MCO during the holiday period with Friday, August 29, expected to be the busiest day with 161,000-plus passengers.

Here are the top 5 busiest days:

August 29 - 161,279

August 30 - 157,267

September 1- 156,455

August 31 - 149,662

August 28 - 137,175

This year, to help move those last-minute, die-hard, back-to-school travelers a little easier, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is urging families with children to use its new Families on the Fly security lanes.

The new national program, which targeted MCO as one of the first airports to use the program, provides families with children 12 or younger the opportunity to be screened by TSA officers who are prepared to assist with bulky items like strollers and diaper bags.

Orlando International Airport asks that travellers follow these travel tips for a smooth travel experience:

Reserve a time slot to go through security using the MCO Reserve lane. Scan your reservation and go through an exclusive, shorter lane for free! Available 7 days prior to flight.

Reserve at: https://www.flymco.com/airport-info/mco-reserve/

Secure your parking spot in advance at: https://parking.flymco.com/book/MCO/Parking

Check real-time parking info, availability, and pricing updates before arriving: https://www.flymco.com/parking-availability/

If you're picking someone up, use the free and convenient cell lots: https://www.flymco.com/parking-information/

Sign up now to start earning rewards for shopping, parking, and dining at the airport: https://mcorewards.com

Download the MCO app for security wait times and more!

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