Derby week is always very busy for Louisville. Muhammad Ali International Airport. Of course, it's decorated for the thousands of travelers who pass through here, but the airport and TSA have plenty of tips for travelers whether you're heading to Derby or not. Number of visitors: 150 Airport spokeswoman Natalie Shadowen says decorating the terminal is just the beginning. There will be live music from 120 local musicians, showcasing the talent of this community. So it's very festive and very lively. But TSA spokesman Mark Howell said it might not be so fun for friends flying out of Louisville after the Derby. When we say arrive 2 hours early, we mean like be ready to go through the check-in process at the airport door. Even with extra agents at security checkpoints, the TSA is expecting a record number of people trying to board planes Sunday. The really busy day will be the Sunday after the race. Around 18,000 passengers are expected to be here that day, which will be a new record. While souvenir bourbon and Louisville Slugger bats should go in your checked bag, TSA Supervisor Kayla Harris says it might be a good idea to check or mail your derby hat. . Some of these items may require manual verification by us. The process will be slow. I would like to introduce a little bit of information about our screening. I hope you can get here as soon as possible. Along with TSA pre-screening, Shadoin said the airport is testing courier services to reduce wait times. Clear will verify your identity and move you to the front of the security line. And it could become permanent. here. And we're having those conversations right now. Well, I think it's a great service. Please add us to the community. A lot of good things are happening in the Self-Defense Forces. Last year saw a record number of tourists. If the airport was completely empty, this lane would look a little different. For now, they can simply use an app on their phone, usually with a clear eye scan, to gain quick access to security screening.
Louisville Airport Expects Record Travelers Day After Derby 150
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport and TSA estimate 18,000 travelers depart from SDF.
Updated: April 29, 2024 6:40pm EDT
For travelers coming to Louisville for the Kentucky Derby 150, Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is rolling out the red carpet with Derby-themed decorations. “We will have live music from 120 local musicians to showcase the talent we have here in our community,” said airport spokeswoman Natalie Chaudouin. “It's very festive, very lively. Arriving in Louisville should be fun, but leaving can be a headache for everyone, including the TSA, which has added staff at security checkpoints. “When we say we'll be here two hours early, that means we'll be ready to check in at the airport door,'' said Mark Howell, TSA regional spokesperson. “The really busy time will be the Sunday after the race. We'll have about 18,000 passengers here that day, which will be a new record.” The Monday after the Derby will also be 10,000-1. Louisville, where 10,000 travelers are expected to depart. TSA is reminding passengers that liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (including bourbon bottles) must be screened, and other large items such as derby hats will also be screened to save time. I am suggesting that you do so. ” TSA Supervisor Kaela Harris said. “This will slow down screening a little bit, but we want you to get through here as quickly as possible.”To speed up the process, we're introducing TSA pre-screening lines and temporary CLEAR mobile lanes. is available. . In contrast to his permanent CLEAR lanes at large airports, which use biometrics (eye scans or fingerprints) to authenticate travelers, CLEAR Mobile uses QR codes generated by a smartphone app. The airport is in talks with CLEAR about a more permanent installation. “We think this is a great service,” Chaudoin said. “There are a lot of good things happening at SDF. Last year we had record numbers of people traveling.”
For travelers traveling to Louisville for the Kentucky Derby 150, the red carpet will be rolled out with Derby-themed decorations at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport.
“We will feature live music from 120 local musicians, showcasing the talent of the region,” said airport spokeswoman Nathalie Chaudouin. “It’s very festive and very lively.”
Arriving in Louisville should be fun, but leaving can be a headache for everyone. There will be additional staff at security checkpoints, including TSA.
“Arriving two hours early means you'll be ready to check in at the airport door,” said Mark Howell, TSA regional spokesperson. “The really busy time will be the Sunday after the race. We'll have about 18,000 passengers here that day, which will be a new record.”
Between 10,000 and 11,000 travelers are expected to leave Louisville on the Monday after the Derby. TSA is reminding passengers that all liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (including bourbon bottles) must be screened, and to save time, other large items such as derby hats should also be screened. It is recommended that it be inspected.
“There are some items that we have to manually inspect,” TSA Supervisor Kaela Harris said. She said: “It will slow down the review process a little bit, but we want to get through this as quickly as possible.”
To speed up the process, TSA Pre-Check lines and temporary CLEAR Mobile lanes are available. In contrast to his permanent CLEAR lanes at large airports, which use biometrics (eye scans or fingerprints) to authenticate travelers, CLEAR Mobile uses QR codes generated by a smartphone app. The airport is in discussions with CLEAR about establishing a more permanent parking facility.
“I think this is a great service,” Chaudouin said. “There are a lot of good things happening at SDF. Last year we had record numbers of people traveling.”
