We’ve all been there. Nervously flying down the people mover, suddenly wishing you could use the force to lift the slower passengers out of the left lane so you can make your connecting flight. With these tips, you can making catching your connecting flight a little easier.

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Knowledge is Power

Make sure you have the app for your airline. This will allow you to get alerts as to delays and cancellations that let you act fast and know the status of your connecting flight with the touch of a button. Also, try Gate Guru so you know the exact location of your connecting gate. Getting lost in an airport is easier than you think.

Be Nice

Above all, it’s important to remember that, generally speaking, it’s never the best tactic to get angry, condescending, or assertive. Instead, remember those wonderful manners that will get you father than any threat to call a supervisor. Explaining your situation to your fellow passengers when you get stuck in the window seat will be your best option for avoid crawling over seats to get out quicker.

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Make Friends With the Staff

Some flight attendants will lend you their sympathy if you kindly inform them of your situation and ask what options you have to make sure you make your connecting flight. Often, you’ll find that if you’re nice enough they might have tactics, suggestions, or even let you off first. Don’t forget the Gate Agent. When you do make it off the plane, ask the Gate Agent if they could do you a huge favor and inform your connecting Gate Agent that you are on your way. This might not work if the flights are with different carriers, but again – being nice is key.