Posted 4/11/2024, 10:53:36 AM
Long Lines and Delays Hit Austin Airport as Eclipse Tourists Depart
- Long lines and delays at Austin airport after eclipse due to high volume of departing passengers
- Southwest flights saw extra delays due to temporary issue with bag belt
- Airport recommending passengers arrive 2.5 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international
- Austin airport projected record number of over 38,000 departing passengers on Wednesday
- Increase in checked bags expected as eclipse tourists use airport to travel home
