DFW AIRPORT, Texas, May 23, 2024
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is set to kick off its busiest summer ever with a Memorial Day weekend expected to bring a total of 1.5 million travelers.
The five-day holiday period – from Thursday, May 23 through Tuesday, May 28 – is expected to see a nearly 10-percent increase from the same time last year. Friday, May 24 is expected to be the peak travel day of the holiday with an estimated 260,000 passengers.
"Our more than 300 volunteer Ambassadors and professional Airport Customer Experience Specialists (ACES) are ready to assist travelers with advice, resources and everything needed for a smooth trip through DFW," said Ken Buchanan, Executive Vice President of Revenue Management and Customer Experience. "The airport’s website and mobile app are convenient resources for security wait times, prepaid parking, ordering a meal and more.”
DFW projects that nearly 25 million passengers will travel through the airport between the months of May and July, an increase of 10 percent from the same period last year. On average, more than 268,000 passengers are expected daily throughout the three-month summer travel season.
For the best experience, customers should visit DFW’s Travel Tips and sign up for a MyDFW account for customized information, including parking preferences and exclusive promotions.
Parking garages and lots are expected to be busy this summer, with Terminals C and D typically the first to fill up. Customers should be prepared to arrive at least two hours prior to their departure time and can prebook their parking in advance online, including the newly reopened Remote North lot.
For American Airlines passengers, if these garages are full, parking, check-in, baggage drop and security clearance are also available in Terminals A or B. Travelers can use the Skylink train to easily move throughout all five terminals.
About Dallas Fort Worth International Airport: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is one of the world’s busiest and most connected airports. Celebrating 50 years of service in 2024, DFW is proud to be not only a major port for North America but also a vital community asset. Centered between its owner cities of Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, it serves as a major economic engine generating jobs and attracting businesses. DFW is committed to providing exceptional customer service and in 2023 was named the best large airport for customer satisfaction in North America by Airports Council International. A leader in sustainability, DFW is the world’s largest and North America’s first carbon-neutral airport. In 2023, DFW Airport served over 80 million passengers and offered more than 250 global destinations. For more information, visit the DFW website or download the DFW Mobile App for iOS and Android devices.
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