Airport Security Mistakes You’re Making & How To Avoid Them

In this video, we're covering the top airport security mistakes travelers make in the TSA line & how to avoid them.

0:00 - Intro
0:36 - Being Unorganized
1:54 - Forgetting 3-1-1
3:46 - Bringing A Drink
5:02 - Wearing Wrong Accessories
6:16 - Arguing With Officers
7:06 - Not Doing Research
7:52 - Skipping TSA PreCheck

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Wherever your destination, we're sharing travel hacks to get you there with less stress. In this video, we’ll cover the right way to comply with TSA's 3-1-1 rule, accessories that will help streamline your trip through airport security, why TSA PreCheck may be right for you, and more. Check out all the ways you can travel smarter and enjoy the journey on the way to your destination.

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[smallfrye]

With all of the variations in rules and procedures from airport to airport (and even TSA agent to TSA agent) my best piece of advice is to pay attention to what is happening in line in front of you. Notice what the agent is telling those ahead of you to do etc.. Just copy what they are doing and the process is a lot easier.

[markpuffer]

I like to pack/use one of those reusable grocery bags to place my items in that I need to have ready before I go through screening. I usually stop before entry and place the items in my bag. That way when I get to the scanner, it's easier for me to pull out needed items or leave the rest in. After the line, I take the items out and return them to their respective bag or put them back on. I then roll the bag up and place it in my pack. Great to use once I get to my destination for shopping etc.

[sneakerteach]

I just returned from a trip to TX from NYC. I have TSA pre-check, and everything was smooth going to TX, but when going through security at DFW airport, I got pulled aside because I’d left a folding knife in my bag from a previous (non-flight) trip! The knife made it through security at LGA, but had to leave it behind in TX! Lesson learned: check your bags before you pack for your trip to make sure you haven’t left anything in there that isn’t TSA approved! 😳🤦🏽‍♀️

[gitakiss]

Be mindful of your souvenirs. I was pulled aside by tsa because something looked like really large knives in my bag. I was looking at the x-ray stunned because sure enough it looked like knives. They open my bag and pull out a tinkerbelle statue I got. It was her wings. TSA actually had a good laugh about it thankfully

[jimboshizz]

I've been pretty happy avoiding the liquid issue completely by finding as much solid stuff as possible. There's some great colognes and toothpastes as well as obvious things like soap and deodorant!.

[jeeeyjey]

2:00 one thing that you did not mention is to pack your liquids on top of your backpack or in a seperate corpartment that you can access easily from the outside - seems kinda obvious but alomst every time you see people opening their suitcases and unpacking all of their stuff just because their bag with liquids is somewhere on the bottom of their backpack or suitcase... which is not only a hassle and takes time but also slows down everyone behind you.
I am actually amazed that backpack designers do not take that into account while designing compartments for toiletries

[oifymow]

Great advice from you and those who have commented. Could I suggest NOT to have things tied to the outside of your backpack e.g small (or large) cuddly toys, water bottles, hats etc. They can potentially get caught in the x Ray machine and I've been on flights where these owner holds everyone up, potentially losing our position in the line for take off, as they try and stuff their beautifully adorned backpack into the overhead storage area.

[Lancers]

I carry a water bottle with built in filter. As a consultant, I’ve been through too many airports that do not replace the filters in their water bottle refill stations. PHL and BWI airports are infamous for them. Water taste like it came from the bathroom faucet. ORD airport is a gamble. Some stations have their filter replaced late and some are done in a timely manner.

[Jeff-sokj]

I wear a hat most of the time. It comes in handy at security, I take it off and put my wallet, phone, sunglasses, watch and anything else in my pockets in it. Then when I am through the scanner I can pick them all up at once. Saves time instead of grabbing one thing at a time and replacing them in my pockets.

[donovanfoto]

I wear a vest with all my things in it to speed things up. When approaching TSA, I remove the vest, shoes and belt. I also have gotten my packing down to ONE carry on backpack. Therefor I save time waiting for luggage. I walk off the plane and out the door.

[belle_lover]

For me, I still like wearing my sneakers with laces going through the airport as they tend to be my most bulky shoe I bring on vacation. So I've gotten in the habit of when I get close to the line, popping my heel on top of the back so it's like I'm wearing high heels, if that makes any sense (provided the structure is there for you to take advantage of this). By the time I get up to the line, I then just slide my foot out and put them on the belt like I was wearing slip -ons without sacrificing the shoe or personal comfort.

[ScorpionRegent]

Send a care package addressed to yourself, ahead of time, to your destination. Anything that might be a TSA problem will be waiting for you. Just before your return flight mail it all back home. This might seem like overkill for toiletries that could be purchased at any pharmacy or dollar store but adding knives and/or multi-tools to the equation makes the idea reasonable. It might also make sense if you are traveling as a family or a group; one package covers everybody's stuff.

[frosty]

Before going through the line I put the contents of my pockets in a clear zip lock bag. So I toss the bag in the bin and walk through the detector and quickly pick up the bag and am gone to where I can resort my pocket contents.

[PuzzlesCM]

Took a few flights as a solo mom w two toddlers and still made it through TSA easier than some people. My outfit is ballet flats w no show socks, leggings, shirt, and chunky cardigan with pockets. Empty pockets and take off the cardigan as it’s a “jacket.” Load bags onto the belt, then fold up the umbrella stroller last. Send kids through first. Depending on how fast the kids run, grab either the cardigan or stroller first to snap in the child and fill up your pockets. Bag last. And always seek a family bathroom if possible so there’s space for your bag and stroller and the kids.

[recentisland]

I always set off the alarm with my hip replacement and metal plate in my ankle and it used to be a bit of a hassle .. so now I bring a walking stick that has a cane handle . I still get the pat down of course but with a bit more respect

[mandarinfox]

I’ve since signed up for TSA Pre Check, but for some reason was pre cleared for it the last time I traveled across the country and overseas! It was bizarre because I’d start removing things and they’d say no. I’d start taking off my shoes, etc, they’d say no. Finally I’d just apologize and ask what they wanted and they said just walk through.

[JAB]

One thing I was worried about flying with is a cgm...continuous glucos monitor.
I did research and the dexcom g6 was suggested by some travelers to avoid the scanners. I didn't have any problem, but aways pointed it out to the tsa agents. About 50% of the time they would just say OK and i would pass through. The other half I would pull my shirt tight so they could see the imprint and they would just pat that area and I'd be on my way.

[barksandvino]

I'm a solo female traveler and a sympathetic security at Heathrow told me not to wear big shoes/Doc Martens cause drug mules do that. Apparently, I fit the profile of a drug mule lol. Since then, I just wear slip on shoes like Vans.

[lvckUK]

Having travelled through Indian security recently, I can say they don't like anything in your bag. Power cables, USB sticks, USB cables. Hard drives. Phones... Pretty much anything.
The same things three times. They're easy more picky than security at any western airport. Next time I'm putting everything (except batteries) in checked in baggage to to get through security more quickly

[richwhippersnapper]

Bags of food such as nuts and trail mixes can get flagged. I recommend getting TSA Precheck. You don't have to take off your shoes, etc...