Pearson International Airport is anticipating its busiest day of the holiday season on Friday.

Over the course of the day, an estimated 138,000 passengers are expected to travel through the airport.

With that in mind, the Greater Toronto Airports Authority has a number of tips on how travellers can navigate through the busy airport during the holidays.

Arrive at the airport early to ensure there is lots of time to check-in, pass through security screening and make it to the gate. Many of Pearson’s shops and restaurants are offering holiday deals and promotions for last-minute shopping and dining, so come early to shop and dine.

Passengers can save time at security by packing light and leaving holiday gifts unwrapped in carry-on luggage. All packages will be subject to inspection at security checkpoints. Learn more about smart packing from CATSA.

More questions about carry-on items can be answered by using CATSA’s Carry-on or Checked? tool. Search any item and get immediate instructions on whether your item should be packed in checked or carry-on luggage.

Reserve a parking spot online and save up to 30 per cent. Drivers can even book a car care appointment with their parking and come home to a spotless vehicle.