Vancouver Airport Has Some Advice For Travellers As 'Staffing Shortages' Cause Delays
"It is unclear when this situation will improve."
Vancouver International Airport.
Vancouver International Airport just told travellers to arrive early due to ongoing delays they are facing as a result of staffing shortages.
If you have a trip planned, you may experience a longer-than-normal wait time at the airport. Luckily, YVR shared some tips for anyone travelling.
The international airport said that the delays are in passenger screening, and are resulting in long lines for travellers. If you want to make it to your flight on time, the airport "strongly encouraged" passengers to arrive early in order to make it through security.
Their recommendation for domestic travellers is to get to the airport at least two hours before your flight time. For international travellers, they said to get to the airport at least three hours ahead of the scheduled flight time.
Staffing shortages
The Vancouver Airport said that The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority is experiencing "ongoing staffing shortages."
These shortages are making for lengthy lines at the YVR security screening. The airport said that "it is unclear when this situation will improve."
On top of the delays, the airport is expecting more travellers to be coming through.
"YVR is welcoming up to 45,000 passengers per day and the airport anticipates passenger traffic to continue to increase," they said.
Tips from YVR
If you want to make it to your destination, the Vancouver International Airport has some recommendations for you.
The first tip was to arrive early, following their guidelines.
You should also follow the latest health measures, like wearing masks in the terminal and on your flight.
The airport said to "take note of in-terminal signs," because passengers might be directed to specific screening checkpoints depending on the number of people.
You should also be ready for passenger screening, to help the process go smoothly even with the reduced staff.
Finally, the airport said to have everything prepared before your trip, like travel documents and proof of vaccination.
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