Super Bowl LVII will be here before we know it, and we are once again looking forward to welcoming travelers to the Valley of the Sun for the Big Game. Various events across the area, including the Super Bowl and the Waste Management Phoenix Open, mean that we will be busy. Feb. 13, the day after the Super Bowl, is anticipated to be one our busiest days on record.

We’re providing tips to make it easier for those coming to Phoenix for the game and its activities.

• If you are planning to rent a car, make sure to reserve your car in advance. Our rental car operators will be busy and vehicles may be limited for walk-up customers.
• If you are not renting a car, use Valley Metro Rail to travel between the Airport and downtown Phoenix. The free PHX Sky Train^® offers an easy connection between all airport terminals and Valley Metro Rail. After disembarking from the PHX Sky Train, make sure to purchase your pass from the Valley Metro fare vending machine. Then, take Valley Metro Rail westbound and get off at the Third Street/Washington Station. It's a quick and easy ride to all Super Bowl LVII activities in downtown Phoenix. For more information on Valley Metro Rail, visit https://www.valleymetro.org/.
• If you have questions while in the airport, ask one of our friendly volunteer Navigators in the purple jackets. They will be stationed with Super Bowl volunteers who can answer questions about Super Bowl events.

For those traveling on Feb. 13, here are some important tips:

Remember 5-4-3-2-1. 5 hours before departure - Check out of your hotel; 4 hours before departure – Turn in your rental car; 3 hours before departure – Check in at the Ticket Counter; 2 hours before departure – Get in line at the TSA Security Checkpoint; and 1 hour before departure – Be at your gate.

• If you have a Super Bowl program, please place it in your carry-on bag. For questions about carry-on and checked items, visit TSA.gov  And, remember, if you are traveling with needed medications, to be sure and place them in your carry-on bag.
• Save time and skip the airline ticket counter - use Early Bag Check. Check your bags before boarding the PHX Sky Train^® at the 44th Street Station or at the Rental Car Center Station. Bags must be checked a minimum of 90 minutes before your flight. This service is available for those flying American, Delta, Southwest, or United. No additional charge though individual airline bag fees apply. It will be available on Sunday, Feb. 12 and Monday, Feb. 13 only. Learn more at skyharbor.com/superbowl.
• Visit skyharbor.com to check flight status and see what shops and restaurants are near your gate. Many shops both before and after security will be selling an assortment of Super Bowl LVII merchandise.
• You can also view security wait times on skyharbor.com and on the flight information screens in the terminals. If you are traveling through Terminal 4, you can use any of the four security checkpoints to access your gate.  Looking to save your place and reduce your wait?  Use the PHX RESERVE program. Schedule your time prior to arriving at the airport on our website. You can schedule your time up to six days in advance.
• If you or someone you will be traveling with has a hidden disability such as dementia or autism, you can reserve a Compassion Cacti™ Lanyard in advance, which signals to employees that you may need extra time, assistance, or patience in the travel process. You can even schedule a Navigator Support Guide to accompany you through the airport. Learn more.
• And remember, as you are traveling through, if you See Something Say Something. Report suspicious behavior to law enforcement staff.

For more travel tips, visit skyharbor.com/superbowl.  We look forward to welcoming you.