Follow this message for information about traveling during the COVID-19 crisis. PASSENGERS ABOUT RIC TSA INFO & TRAVEL TIPS Here are some important travel tips to keep in mind when planning your next trip. For the most up-to-date security information, visit www.tsa.gov. Pack Smart Limit your stress by limiting your carry-on baggage. Airlines are enforcing tighter restrictions on the amount of baggage you may carry onto planes, so avoid the added worry. Bring only one bag that will fit under the seat or in the overhead bin and one personal item, such as a purse or briefcase. Place medicine, jewelry, cameras and other valuable items in your carry-on baggage. Fill out luggage ID tags and place them on both the inside and outside of your bags before you travel. You might also consider labeling items such as cameras, cellphones and computers. Please keep Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security regulations regarding liquids and gels in mind when packing your bags. You may carry through security checkpoints travel-size (3 ounces or less) toiletries that fit reasonably in ONE QUART-SIZE clear plastic zip-top bag. At the security checkpoint, you will be asked to remove the zip-top bag and place it in a bin or on the conveyor belt. TSA security officers can more easily examine these items by X-raying them separately. For a complete list of permitted and prohibited items, visit www.tsa.gov. Arrive Early Our airport is designed to get you parked, checked in and on your way quickly, but do allow plenty of time to check your bag(s) and pass through security. We recommend that travelers arrive in the terminal approximately 90 minutes prior to departure on non-peak travel days, and two hours prior to departure during peak travel periods. Keep in mind that most airlines require that bags be checked 30-45 minutes prior to departure. Airlines at Richmond International Airport offer self-service kiosks as well as personal customer assistance in the ticket counter area of the terminal. Additionally, many carriers offer the option of printing boarding passes from their websites as early as 24 hours prior to departure. Checkpoint Ready A boarding pass and government-issued photo identification, such as a driver's license or passport, are required to enter the security screening checkpoints. Prepare to remove your shoes, coat and outer garment(s) and place them in a tray along with your purse, backpack, etc. If you have one, you also must remove your quart-size zip-top bag of liquid, gel or aerosol products from your carry-on bag and place it in a bin to be screened. Electronics items, such as laptops and cellphones, may be subject to additional screening. You will need to remove your laptop from its travel case so that both can be X-rayed separately. You may want to label your laptop to avoid mix-ups when several laptops that look alike move through X-ray machines in succession. Where can I find a list of TSA Frequently Asked Questions? What can I bring? What sort of imaging technology does the TSA use? I have special items I want to transport. What is the procedure? How does the TSA assist people traveling with children? What does the TSA offer in terms of resources for travelers with medical conditions? What are the TSA's hours of operation for the security screening checkpoints? What may happen to my prohibited item(s) at the security checkpoint? What should I expect at the security checkpoint? What documents do I need in order to pass through the security checkpoint? Sign up for our e-Newsletter to receive up-to-date information for all things RIC. First Name Last Name Email Address CAPTCHA Connect Capital Region Airport Commission 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive, Suite A Richmond International Airport, VA 23250 © 2021, All Rights Reserved. Employee Email Access Website Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Passengers Airline Information Airport Parking Ground Transportation Route Map Flight Tracker Airport Services Shopping and Dining Terminal Guide Baggage Claim TSA Info and Travel Tips FAQs About RIC News Subscribe to e-Newsletter Monthly Statistics Financials Media Services Visiting the Region RIC Google Map Richmond Region Resources Airport Area Hotels Richmond Raceway Airport Information Mission Statement Airport Commission Public Meetings Rules and Regulations Public Notices Field Information General Aviation Air Cargo History 90th Anniversary Tarmac Delay Plan Economic Impact Business Opportunities Supplier Diversity In-Airport Advertising Employment Contact Us Living The Values Pay Citations Online