TSA Shares Thanksgiving Travel Tips in Little Rock
Officials at Clinton National Airport outlined what travelers can bring through security as holiday flight prices climb.
Updated on Nov. 11, 2026 in Air Travel
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TSA officials in Little Rock shared Thanksgiving travel tips at Clinton National Airport, with Thanksgiving just over two weeks away. Liquids, jellies, and jams were flagged as items of concern for travelers bringing food through security checkpoints.
Why it matters
Holiday travelers face both security screening rules and higher costs this season. Domestic round-trip flights are averaging $402, a figure that reflects a 31 percent increase from last Thanksgiving.
Domestic round-trip flights are averaging $402, up 31 percent from last Thanksgiving. The source does not state the data source or sample behind the average fare.
The players
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
The federal agency responsible for airport security screening in the United States, overseeing checkpoint rules for passengers and carry-on items.
Gervais Joubert
A TSA spokesperson who discussed food and liquid restrictions for travelers at Little Rock's Clinton National Airport.
The details
Speaking at Clinton National Airport, TSA spokesperson Gervais Joubert described the items travelers should be concerned about when bringing food through security checkpoints. Officials also discussed what passengers can and cannot bring through checkpoints more broadly.
Timeline
Tuesday, November 24, is expected to be among the busiest departure days.
Wednesday, November 25, is expected to be among the busiest departure days.
Sunday, November 29, is expected to be especially busy for return travel.
Monday, November 30, is expected to be busy for return travel as well.
Travel Outlook
Holiday travel pricing and busy-day forecasts follow the seasonal Thanksgiving peak that drives airline demand each year. The security guidance on liquids and food extends the TSA's standing 3-1-1 liquids rule to holiday-season carry-ons.
Travelers bringing food through security should check TSA rules on liquids, jellies, and jams before packing for the holiday. With domestic fares averaging $402, booking early and avoiding the expected busiest departure and return days can help protect the travel budget.
The takeaway
Checking what can travel in carry-on and checked bags before the trip can prevent last-minute surprises at the checkpoint. Booking ahead and flying on less crowded days may ease the impact of higher holiday fares.
Further reading
For more on flying out of the region, see Little Rock Air Travel coverage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KATV.
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