Atlanta airport expecting more than 4 million travelers during July 4th travel period

CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — Officials from the world’s busiest airport are expecting another busy travel period, starting in just a few days.

Hartsfield-Jackson International Atlanta officials said they expect nearly four million people to pass through the airport over the 4th of July travel period, beginning Thursday.

With July 4 falling on a Thursday this year, airport officials are expecting an increase in travelers for the weekend before and after the holiday.

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The busiest travel days at the airport are projected to be June 28, July 7 and July 8.

If you are traveling in the next two weeks, airport officials say to arrive at least two and a half hours early for domestic flights and three hours early for international flights.

The airport saw a record number of travelers over Memorial Day weekend last month.

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