Volumes Remain Below Pre-Pandemic Levels At Campbell River Airport

Closing out 2022, the Campbell river Airport says passenger volumes remain slightly below pre-pandemic levels.

However, the holiday season is always busy and this year the airport says it expects many will take the opportunity to take a flight to reunite with friends and family.

Starting this weekend and running through to the new year, it’s expected to be exceptionally busy at YQQ with more than a thousand passengers a day moving through the airport.

When combined with friends and family greeting or sending off passengers, the terminal, access road and parking are all expected to be active, requiring extra time and patience to ensure a safe voyage for all.

The airport has a few suggestions to make travelling a touch easier:

• Arrive early! Check-In counters open 2 hours before flight departure.

• When possible, check-in online prior to arrival and proceed directly through security if you don’t have any bags to check.

• Make sure that your government issued ID is current and acceptable for travel.

• Arrange a ride to the airport ahead of time. Get a lift from a friend, book a taxi or plan for parking by downloading the Honk app.

• Understand your airline’s baggage limits and security requirements for both checked and carry-on bags. (You don’t want to have to leave your prized “snow globe” or other liquids behind!) • Wait until you arrive at your destination to wrap presents or use gift bags for easy security screening.

The airport does note that the parking lot can fill up quickly during the busiest travel days, so if possible, perhaps arrange for a ride to and from the airport.