How to get through airport security fast – tips to ‘breeze through without an issue’ | Travel News | Travel
Long lines and bothersome waits have caused delays at some airports in recent months as travel begins to ramp up ahead of the summer holidays. Although many delays are beyond the control of passengers, being prepared for the security process could see you speed through in a matter of minutes.
According to Gatwick Airport: “Knowing what’s allowed and what’s not allowed before you arrive – as well as allowing yourself plenty of time to follow all the security procedures when you get to Gatwick – will save you time and inconvenience and make your journey more enjoyable.”
Passengers are advised to have their boarding pass ready to be scanned and have all liquid toiletries, including creams, gels, pastes, sprays and aerosols, in one transparent, re-sealable, airtight plastic bag of 20cm x 20cm in size.
This should be ready to be removed from your suitcase and placed in its own tub ready to be x-ray scanned.
Other large electrical items will also need to be removed from your bag and, in some cases, may need to be taken out of their protective case.
Gatwick Airport added: “You may be asked to remove your shoes before going through the security archway.”
Failure to prepare can lead to a fumble once you are at security and is likely to hold up the queue behind you.
The Reddit user named this as their “biggest gripe”.
They said: “My biggest gripe is having to wait for everyone who doesn’t know what they’re doing and watching people fumble forever and get nervous when I’m basically ready to go.”
