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Jackson airport anticipates 2024 holiday travel surge

By Sethanie Smith Dec 19, 2024 | 4:42 PM

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) anticipates a significant passenger demand during the year-end holiday period.

As Jacksonians and central Mississippians head out to see family and friends or to take a vacation, the number of travelers is expected to rise beginning Friday, December 20. Peak travel days are expected from December 20-29, 2024, and the second peak is from January 2-6, 2025.

To ensure a smooth travel experience during this busy period, the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) encourages all passengers to arrive at least two hours before their flight departures.

JAN offers a range of convenient parking options to meet passengers’ needs, including:

  • Garage parking: $19 per day
  • Surface lot: $17 per day
  • Long-term lot: $13 per day (with complimentary shuttle service)
  • Free 10-minute parking in any lot; hourly fees begin at 11 minutes

JMAA provides real-time information on flights at www.iflyjackson.com. For questions on specific TSA checkpoint rules and regulations and helpful holiday hints, visit www.TSA.gov.