ONT officials have not calculated Thanksgiving travel figures for the airport, but they expect to be especially busy from Thursday through Monday, ONT spokeswoman Maria Tesoro-Fermin.

Airports usually see a higher number of new or inexperienced travelers during this holiday season, said Nico Melendez, spokesman for the Transportation Security Administration.

"Obviously, during the holidays, we see a lot of inexperienced travelers coming to the airport," Melendez said.

"We ask passengers, first and foremost, check with the airline what the airport is going to be like that morning."

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  • Looking for more information and tips on how to best navigateL.A./Ontario International Airport ONT this week? Visit: 
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  • More good advice, guidelines and smart phone apps: Transportation Security Administration
    • there are plenty of other tips that ONT passengers should be made aware of.

    They include:

    - Arrive at least two hours before a flight's departure.

    - Check with your airline or travel agent for flight delays or cancellations before going to ONT.

    - Passengers can be dropped off or picked up along the curb in front of the terminals. However, cars can't wait or park at the curb. Motorists waiting for arriving passengers can park in the free cell phone waiting lot at 1940 E. Moore Way.

    - Watch belongings at all times and never leave baggage unattended. Airport police officers will be looking for unattended items.

    - Double check your bags for weapons or sharp items before heading to the airport