Submitted by spr1ngr0ll t3_1273bfk in springfieldMO
I’ll be flying out of Springfield in a couple weeks. What should I expect finding long term parking and getting through TSA? Is getting there 2 hours in advance really needed?
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Tess_Mac t1_jeccah5 wrote
Depending on where you park in the long term lot it can be a distance to the terminal. This also depends on the time and day.
TSA again, depends on the day and time. 2 hours is enough time to find parking, hopefully you don't have a lot of luggage.
Yespinky t1_jecckp1 wrote
depends on the airline and frequency of flight, time of day, number of workers, etc.
it's better to be safe and give it more time.
if you've got nothing to check as far as luggage, and are on top of it with your boarding pass on your phone (or otherwise), it's no issue. checking bags takes the longest time, as there's sometimes a line.
RobCali509 t1_jeccnc1 wrote
It's like shaking hands with your best friend.
Willing-Sprinkles-17 t1_jeccs0x wrote
I've used SGF several times, but not in several years. Depending on day and time you can get through security anywhere from 10 to 45 minutes. The 2 hours is just playing it safe. There isn't much for food and drink past security, so you may want to eat beforehand. You can fill up your water bottle after the checkpoint.
Cold417 t1_jecd2lt wrote
2 hours isn't necessary. Most of the times I've flown out of SGF it took longer to get from Long Term Parking to the TSA check-in than through the check-in. If you check-in online and you don't need to check a bag then 30 minutes would do
Whereismymind3 t1_jecegey wrote
If you aren’t checking a bag, 30 minutes before your boarding will be fine. There are just not enough gates or flights for the lines to be more than 15-20 minutes. Usually it’s like 2 minutes. The only potential hold up in SPG comes from checking a bag, and that process is similar to other smaller airports.
kamiela2010 t1_jecel46 wrote
TSA ?? The airport is 15 feet wide
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BeardedNazgul t1_jecfne3 wrote
Likes others say, through TSA in 10-15 mins. Just show up 45mins in advance to play it safe. Parking is easier to find in the short term parking lot. Just costs a few more bucks.
Always_0421 t1_jechcmu wrote
If your best friend has a millimeter wave body scanner and is SUPER anal about you taking off your shoes.
tuhboggen t1_jechdyd wrote
Someone said they heard the pilot yell yeehaw and that it felt like riding that steer on those commercials for James River Dodge with twelve toes but once it flew out of the 417, smooth ride!
ihaveananecdote4u t1_jeche1i wrote
Usually through TSA in 2 minutes. Show up at least 45 minutes before flight though if you want to check a bag (I’ve missed a flight bc I showed up 40 minutes beforehand due to bad weather and wasn’t allowed to check my bag). The coffee shop is weirdly expensive. There’s a small restaurant with a bar (they don’t start serving drinks until 6 AM FYI), and a Hudson News. Earlier this month it looked like they were building a new little bar by the gates.
MartonianJ t1_jecl339 wrote
Sorry to be pedantic, but it’s SGF. SPG is a small airport in St Petersburg, FL
New_Boot_Goofin11 t1_jecmm8x wrote
SGF is one of my favorite airports to fly out of. TSA is always short and long-term parking is relatively close and reasonably priced. The only tip I can offer is if you have a lot of bags and/or traveling with kids; if you can drop your kids, spouse, and bags off at the entrance. While the parking is relatively close it is kind of a hike with a bunch of bags and a couple kids in tow.
LilSisterCumGutters t1_jecmuvb wrote
TSA is usually very friendly. I’ve used them a couple dozen times from 2009 to present. Just be ready to stare at fish
Jimithyashford t1_jecn4ve wrote
It’s usually quick and easy, cause usually not too crowded and it’s a very small airport. I usually only show up an hour in advance instead of the normal 2 at larger airports.
Small planes though, so if the air is rough you’ll be bounced around pretty good climbing to altitude.
smith_winston_1984 t1_jeco65u wrote
Have an Uber drop you off, wear easy off shoes, do not bend over if you drop something, squat down.
Dbol504 t1_jecoo0g wrote
The couple of extra bucks for short term day rate is worth it over the hunt for a spot and hike from long term to the terminal, especially if weather might be bad when you come back.
im6ub9 t1_jecrhlh wrote
Honestly the airport is amazing. One of the best parts about living here.
plated_lead t1_jecsrew wrote
It’s not bad, you should breeze right through TSA, there’s usually not much of a line.
Fuselol t1_jectse1 wrote
Every thing about it is super easy.
Whereismymind3 t1_jecx9u8 wrote
Yeah i wasn’t meaning to refer to the airport, but fair point. I’ve always abbreviated “Springfield” that way.
ZacharyGreenquist t1_jed1dw7 wrote
It's the easiest airport ever if you don't include the fact that you don't have a direct flight to anywhere.
Low_Tourist t1_jed5y9w wrote
Errybody goes to Atlanta!
/s
Low_Tourist t1_jed69xw wrote
The last time I flew through there, everyone except me and one other person got selected to go through the TSA PreCheck line. We were like "What the hell?"
If you showed up 2 hours early, you might die of boredom.
helloporator t1_jed7v1u wrote
Incredibly fast if you aren’t checking a bag. The coffee shop is pretty good. TSA gets mad if you don’t have your shoes off early. I’ve noticed this more at our airport over any other lol
SnootchBerries t1_jedbvtx wrote
It's pretty similar to flying out of other places.. Except you're in Springfield when you do it 🤷
garlicgekko t1_jedr7fj wrote
Last time i flew out i had a pilot that looked about thirteen. So normally a pilot will turn off the taxiway on to the run way slowly ease into the throttle and gently and take ti.e to get in the air. Not this kod i swear it felt lkke he drifted off the taxi line hit the the throttle full speed and we were in the air in five seconds.
bradpmo t1_jee5mj2 wrote
I fly every week out of Sgf. It’s fast and easy. I’m TSA precheck and it’s the only airport that tsa makes me take stuff out of my carry on to scan. I do have a lot of electronics in my bag, but none of the big airports give me any hassle over it. Only Sgf.
12938je t1_jee8ucx wrote
It's so fast and easy. I travel for work and it's easily my favorite to deal with. I don't think it's ever taken more then 10 to 15 minutes to get through security. If you have to check a bag, that's been the largest time suck for me, but still never an issue.
ACKC333 t1_jeef4xn wrote
It is an easy airport, however, it’s more expensive and you always have a layover compared to a bigger city like KC or STL.
ACKC333 t1_jeef6rt wrote
Our layovers are always in Dallas 🫤
bradleysballs t1_jeeiwgk wrote
that's amazing lol I've never seen anyone else pick that abbreviation
im6ub9 t1_jeej3o8 wrote
Yes, true. Small airports always have that problem - smaller planes, always a layover, and the tickets tend to cost more. What I meant though was that it has a lot of upsides - there are never long lines, you can park literally across the street from the front door, it’s clean and modern. That and not having to drive three hours to STL or KC is also a huge plus and can definitely be worth the money.
Leftyworld t1_jeew9mf wrote
It’s insanely fast lol. I was on Xanax and edibles took me probably 2 mins through TSA. Boarding is exactly the time it should be.
Dbol504 t1_jeewsev wrote
I've never had an issue with precheck needing me to remove anything. But most electronics I ever travel with is a laptop and ipad.
bradpmo t1_jeex6t5 wrote
Only Springfield for me. And the same lady both times. Granted, I had two laptops, a second monitor, two iPads, a cell phone, and a ton of cords and cables. Just this week I bought a second carry on bag so I can split it into two in hopes of avoiding this. Kind of defeats the purpose of precheck if I’m unpacking my carryon.
Low_Tourist t1_jeexgwr wrote
Sometimes, but not always. I've had many flights with fares that were within $10-15 of flying out of a larger airport.
snarkysammie t1_jeezunw wrote
Flying out of Springfield is a breeze compared to many other airports.
Dbol504 t1_jeezuoc wrote
All you're missing is a bunch of Germans and sounds like you have enough electronics to take down Nakatomi Tower.
shorberg t1_jef3kii wrote
smokeshow91 t1_jef5458 wrote
I’ve flown out multiple times. The earliest I’ve gotten there is 45 minutes before my flight. I’ve also never had to go through the body scanner thing. Maybe I’m just a lucky anomaly though.
OkViolinist4174 t1_jef5j3p wrote
Easy buckets
Motter360 t1_jef6k6q wrote
Last time I flew out of Springfield, I timed myself from the door to my gate. It took 7 minutes and 23 seconds, no running.
MacAttack2015 t1_jef6v6t wrote
I had SGF initially then saw someone reply with SPG, so I thought I had the acronym for the airport wrong... changed it back now. LOL.
shorberg t1_jef7171 wrote
SGF is the norm for referring to the city, but since we’re talking airports I thought you meant the other
powerfulspacewizard t1_jefiipt wrote
Yes. Although yellow cab is cheaper than Uber and Lyft and can be pre scheduled
What’s up with the squatting recommendation?.
bradpmo t1_jefilcn wrote
Preordering the new Zelda Switch, so we can add that to it.
I can’t use work equipment for personal and vice versa. So I have two of everything. Now I’ll have a work bag and a personal bag.
nickcash t1_jeflubh wrote
you don't get selected to go through PreCheck afaik, you have to pay for it. It's like $75 for 5 years and it's the best money ever spent
it's only moderately helpful at SGF but can save like an hour of waiting at a busier airport
maximus646 t1_jefyp7a wrote
https://www.flyspringfield.com/destinations
Vegas, Chicago, Fort Walton/Destin, Dallas, Denver, Atlanta, Phoenix, LA, Tampa, Orlando, etc.
People would probably be surprised how far you can get. Word is a DC/East coast destination is coming soon.
Saltpork545 t1_jeg3bfy wrote
This. It's a small enough airport unless they're crazy busy, your TSA wait time is often under 15 minutes.
The long term parking is easy and if you're able to walk half a mile, you will be fine.
The times I've flown out(which has only been like 3), I've never had any issues with checking in, getting my luggage checked in(including carrying a firearm in it), and getting through TSA.
An hour before your flight is set to start boarding is a good idea. 90 minutes if you really want to be sure.
Since I carry a gun in my luggage and that requires some extra TSA fun, I will show up 90 minutes early.
This is, of course, just me travelling. No kids, no groups. Just me.
smith_winston_1984 t1_jegh15u wrote
The TSA is very thorough. 😁
kellsybellsy t1_jegnye3 wrote
Rules have changed. You now can’t check a bag unless you’re there 45 minutes in advance.
ACKC333 t1_jegyo07 wrote
I guess it just depends on where you’re going. We mostly travel out west and the prices aren’t too bad to go to CA but always have a layover in Dallas. We’re saving a few hundred dollars a ticket by flying to the PNW via STL. So that was worth it to us. We also don’t live in Springfield so the drive won’t be too bad.
lemler3 t1_jeh0vd5 wrote
u would be surprised, we have a really good airport for our size of town lol its cheaper to fly out of sl or kc but that a bit of a drive too
MacAttack2015 t1_jecc5y5 wrote
We have flown out of SGF several times. TSA wait times have always been short. Long-term parking is easy, they have lots of it and the parking lot is right across the road from the airport’s entrance (though the parking lot is big and we always end up being a ways out there lol). It’s an incredibly small airport. Show up one hour before boarding and I doubt you have any problems whatsoever.