Risky 'airport theory' has travelers cutting arrival time for flights 'way too close,' says expert
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The "airport theory" viral trend encourages travelers to arrive just 15 minutes before boarding, despite flight risks. Searches jumped 11,000% as passengers gamble on short waits.
Kelly McGreal is a production assistant with the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital.
Despite the obvious possibility of missing a flight, interest in the trend has surged.
Searches for "airport theory" have jumped more than 11,000% over the past year, according to international travel eSIM provider Holafly.
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