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Where do passengers go through customs?

For outbound passengers going to the United States via Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, or Halifax, US customs clearance is done at the respective airports. For all other outbound passengers, customs clearance…

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What time should I arrive at the airport to catch a flight?

For domestic flights, it is recommended that you arrive 1.5 hours in advance. For international flights, airlines recommend that you arrive 3 hours in advance for Caribbean destinations and 4…

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What items can you have in your carry-on luggage?

The Canadian Air Transport Security Agency (CATSA) provides a list of items that you can and cannot take on board the plane.  Please click here to find out more details.

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What does YFC stand for?

YFC is the code issued to this particular airport. ‘Y’ identifies it as a Canadian airport and ‘FC’ identifies it as Fredericton.

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What does it mean to have international designation?

International designation is given to airports that meet a certain set of criteria. It is not related to the number of international flights an airport has. To receive international status,…

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What do I need to know about travelling to the United States?

Passengers travelling to/from the US are currently required to provide the following information in advance: Full Name Gender Date of Birth Citizenship Passport Number Passport Expiry Date Passport country of…

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What do I need for identification when preparing to fly out?

If travelling within Canada, each passenger appearing to be 12 years of age or older, must have at least one picture ID, such as a valid driver’s licence, where the…

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What do I do if my luggage does not arrive at the airport with me?

Before leaving the airport, you must report your lost luggage to the airline’s baggage service counter. A representative will take down your information and assign you a reference number. This…

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What do I do if my luggage arrives damaged?

Damaged luggage should be reported to your airline’s baggage service counter as soon as possible. If you believe that your luggage may have been damaged during an inspection by security…

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What car rental companies are at the airport?

Avis, Budget, National, and Enterprise offer car rental services at the Fredericton International Airport. For more information, please visit the Ground Transportation section.

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