With the Phoenix heat still tipping the thermometers on the side of uncomfortable, an escape over Labor Day weekend to cooler destinations sure has an appeal. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is offering some valuable travel tips and some guidance for keeping the stress out of your travel plans.

Remember to check your flight status with your airline before coming to the airport and make sure to give yourself plenty of time. If you are flying domestically, arrive at least two hours prior to your flight departure and three hours if you are traveling internationally.

For updated information on parking lot and garage availability, visit skyharbor.com/parking or call our 24-hour parking hotline at 602-273-4545.

View security checkpoint wait times on skyharbor.com or on one of the flight information display boards in each terminal. Did you know you can use any security checkpoint in Terminal 4 to access any gate?

Visit the interactive maps on skyharbor.com on your smartphone or tablet to find out which restaurants and shops are near your gate as well as other Airport information.

Bring a snack or meal for the plane. Food may be carried through security and beverages may be purchased past security and brought onto the aircraft.

Also, make sure there are no prohibited items in your carry-on bag. To see what items are restricted or prohibited, go to tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/all.

For additional information and tips visit skyharbor.com.