How To Navigate Your First Time Through An Airport: A Beginner’s Guide

This video is for those of you who are going to be heading to an airport for the first time or maybe it will be the first time in a long time. I am going to walk you through the entire process so that you can feel comfortable navigating the airport and not end up lost and confused.

My goal on this channel is to help travelers by providing free weekly travel tips and information to help you when planning for your next vacation.

This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I receive a small commission.

📔 Show Notes and Resources📔

Size limit for carry-on bags 👉 9 inches x 14 inches x 22 inches

If you need a carry-on bag check out these options:

-----Other video resources to help you with your airport experience------

✔ Acceptable ID's that can be used to get through TSA Security ✔
-Driver's licenses or other state photo identity cards issued by Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent)
Beginning May 3, 2023, if you plan to use your state-issued ID or license to fly within the U.S., make sure it is REAL ID compliant. If you are not sure if your ID complies with REAL ID, check with your state department of motor vehicles.
-U.S. passport
-U.S. passport card
-DHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST)
-U.S. Department of Defense ID, including IDs issued to dependents
-Permanent resident card
-Border crossing card
-State-issued Enhanced Driver’s License
-An acceptable photo ID issued by a federally recognized, Tribal Nation/Indian Tribe
-HSPD-12 PIV card
-Foreign government-issued passport
-Canadian provincial driver's license or Indian and Northern Affairs Canada card
-Transportation worker identification credential
-U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
-U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential
-Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC)

⚡ QUESTIONS: What questions can I help answer? Post your questions in the comment section of this video.

⚡ I own and run my own travel agency and if you would like to work with me in planning your next vacation connect with me here 👇

Follow me on Social Media:

——— Travel Products I use ———
(Use code BENDREAM10 to receive 10 percent discount for all Aerotrunk Products)

Timecodes:
0:00 Intro
0:53 Part 1: What to do before you head to the airport
5:09 Part 2: What to do once you arrive at the airport
7:14 Part 3: How to go through TSA airport security
10:22 Par 4: What to do for connecting flights and when you reach your final destination

About:
In this video Ben walks you through the process of navigating an airport for the first time. There are 4 parts to the video. What to do before you go to the airport. What to do when you arrive at the airport. How to get through airport security and what to do for connecting flights and when you reach your final destination.

#benthoennesdreamvactions

Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

[JayBoo]

It wasn’t the actual flight on the plane that is stressful to me but the whole experience going to the airport (knowing where to go, what I can/can’t have on me, etc.) lol

[EthaliPyrou]

Thank you so much Ben!! I'm 17 and I'm terrified to be flying by myself next week, but your video has really helped me get over that fear. Hoping my flight goes well, keep up the great instructional videos!

[seany]

What I learned after flying to the airport alone for the first time twice this past week, it's ask if you need help. Follow the signs. Get there early enough so if you're in the totally wrong side of the airport, you still have time to change course.

[daisy-]

I’m flying by myself for the first time in less than 2 weeks. I’m very scared and have anxiety about missing my flight. This eased up a little bit for me, I’ll make sure rewatch this video on the way to airport too 😂

[chelseykerr]

My son is 16 and flying alone to Thailand (from Canada). This is very helpful for him and helps put my anxiety at ease!

[sgt]

It's nice to know I'm not the only person who is like a deer in headlights when I get to the airport.

[Adsmak]

About REAL ID. For those of you who had a heart attack like me because I had no idea about this, they pushed the deadline for needing to have REAL ID license back to may 7 2025. So you can still use a normal license to fly domestic in US until 2025

[Bee-lmkh]

1.) find the airline you’re flying with at the Departures and Ticketing area. (2 options: Use a kiosk to check your bags, print your boarding passes, and check in for your flight if you need to OR walk up to the counter to talk to one of the agents. Here print bag tags )
2. See what terminal and gate you need to go to
3. Go through security (When you’re in line make sure you have your boarding pass and passport with you)
-Put your shoes, phone, jacket
-After scanned, head to the gate
4. Look at boarding pass to see what your boarding group & assigned seat number are, then listen for the gate agent to call your group boarding number

[AdamCoe]

Thanks so much. I'm flying by myself for the first time in a couple weeks and this lowered my anxiety tremendously.

[hafsaishaq]

My heart was pounding the whole time watching this feels like I need to rewatch this I have really bad anxiety😭 I'm 19 and I'm travelling to the US in 10 days due to a family emergency, this is my first time travelling alone and I feel like I'm gonna mess things up

[onlysadnessremain]

I have a severe anxiety disorder and your videos have been helping me rationalize my trip

[jessefullington]

I recently flew to Florida to see my favorite MLB team for spring training. I've flown in the past, but never by myself. I've never been scared of flying, but I've always worried about navigating an airport by myself, this video helped a lot, and my trip went great, thank you!

[Andrew-oevu]

I'm about to fly for the first time at 26 years old in about 5 hours from now, this video helped ease my anxiety so much. It's a mix of excitement and nerves, I can't wait to be in the air!

[ULTRAVXLENCE]

i have a flight tomorrow and it's my first time flying in my adult life, very helpful and clear, i feel like i'll manage just fine thanks to this! thank you!

[lindawoolbright]

Wonderful job of explaining the entire flying process in great detail with visuals from entering airport to claiming your luggage & departing. Best video I have viewed. Feeling much more confident about flying for first time in 40 years. Thank you for helping allay my fears. I sincerely appreciate it!

[wafflecage]

Thankyou! I'm 18 and I'm gonna be flying by myself for the first time in a few days and I've been freaking out inside bc of the airport stuff, but this helped calm me down alot and now I know what to expect!

[qkun]

Thank you for being so incredibly clear! I haven't been on a flight since I was still in elementary so I was getting alot of anxiety having to travel through flight for the first time in over 10 years. Especially now that I will be on my own. I REALLY REALLY needed a thorough video of the process and you did just that, thank you!

[just_tammy]

I'm flying out of the country for the first time in my life and I see my anxiety is really normal. Your whole playlist has helped so much and I'm much more at ease now. Thank you

[stephaniedrost]

I'm taking my family on a big vacation for the first time; I was very nervous! Thank you for making this! I feel so much less overwhelmed.

[eMegMBea]

THANK YOU SO MUCH for I am extremely nervous about getting lost and missing something before my first plane trip- entirely alone, nonetheless. Your video broke things down so that I feel more confident about the process!!