ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando International Airport anticipates a large influx of travelers this weekend, with officials predicting around 390,000 passengers will pass through today and tomorrow. This comes after a busy Friday when approximately 191,000 people used the airport.
The travel surge after the holiday season led to a rush, with nearly one in five flights delayed on Friday, but many passengers remained positive about their experience.
Airport officials reported that approximately 191,000 people passed through yesterday, underscoring the busy holiday travel period. This influx is anticipated to rise, with around 390,000 travelers expected over the weekend.
About 20% of flights were delayed on Friday, but travelers stayed unconcerned. One said, “Security is faster. But it’s busy,” showing readiness to adapt.
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