What NOT to do at airport security

1. Don’t Arrive Late  

A stressed traveler sprinting towards the airport.  

Rolling in late can mess up your whole trip. Give yourself enough time to check in, get through security, and catch your flight without losing your chill.

2. Don’t Wear Complicated Shoes  

A pair of stylish but cumbersome shoes.  

Skip the fancy kicks with all the straps and laces. Go for something easy to slip on and off to breeze through security like a pro.

3. Don’t Bring Prohibited Items   

A bag with a big red "X" over a knife and a full water bottle.  

Know the rules! Leaving sharp stuff and those oversized liquids at home saves you from a headache and a potential trip back to your car.

4. Don’t Forget to Remove Your Laptop  

A traveler pulling out a laptop from their bag.  

Don’t hold up the line! Laptops need their own bin, so make sure you’re pulling yours out before you get to the scanner.

5. Don’t Overpack Your Carry-On   

A stuffed carry-on bag bursting at the seams.  

No one wants to deal with a jam-packed bag at security. Keep it light and organized to make the process smoother for you and everyone behind you.

6. Don’t Ignore TSA Instructions  

A TSA agent giving clear directions to a traveler.  

Listen up! TSA agents are there to help you get through quickly. Ignoring them just slows everything down and can lead to confusion.

7. Don’t Keep Your Boarding Pass Hidden  

A traveler fumbling through their bag for their boarding pass.  

Have that boarding pass ready to flash when you get to security. Digging around for it can waste time and leave you looking frazzled.

8. Don’t Be Distracted  

A traveler on their phone while waiting in line.  

Stay focused! Scrolling through your phone or chatting with friends can make you miss important announcements and slow down the whole line.