A HIGH volume of air traffic expected across the long weekend has prompted a warning from Jersey Airport that passengers should allow longer than usual for their journeys.
Ports of Jersey is forecasting that more than 20,000 passengers will travel through the Airport between tomorrow and Tuesday, including some especially busy periods when multiple flights are scheduled to depart within a few minutes of each other.
A spokesperson said: ‘Passengers are advised to leave plenty of time to check in their hold luggage and to clear security.
‘Those needing to book special assistance for their journey should contact their airline before travelling to the Airport and all passengers should check baggage rules with their airlines.’
Passengers have also been urged to plan their journey to the Airport, with a range of options. This includes regular buses from St Helier, pre-booking a taxi, a summer parking promotion for those who drive themselves to the Airport and free parking for up to 30 minutes in the long-stay car park while picking up friends and family.
Delays were experienced earlier in the summer after new security screening equipment was installed, but Ports of Jersey say that the new scanners are now working properly.
