Travelers have been warned to wait in long lines at Vancouver International Airport due to a shortage of security personnel.
According to a publication on the airport’s website on Friday, the Canadian air safety authority is experiencing a “permanent shortage of staff”, causing “long queues and long delays in handling passengers”.
Anyone with a domestic flight is told to arrive at least two hours before departure. Those flying to the United States or another international destination are told to arrive three hours early.
“We want you to be prepared. So we will share very honestly what it is like to travel through the airport now. The truth? There will be queues. You will have to be patient and you may have to wait,” the site said.
“Please do not arrive at the airport an hour before the departure of your flight.”
Airport authorities are asking people to help make the journey through security as smooth as possible, remembering and adhering to the 100 milliliter limit for liquids and having ready-made documents – including proof of vaccination.
Although masks are no longer mandatory in indoor BC spaces, the airport is under federal jurisdiction and face shrouds are still required.
Are you leaving YVR soon? Arrive at least three hours before the scheduled flight. Ongoing delays in security checks lead to long queues at the airport. More here: https://t.co/IbZJDYcAde
– YVR (@yvrairport) April 29, 2022
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