I often feel like my mind is racing when I’m in theairport. Check in, get through security, don’t forget to take your watch off, find your gate, search for somewhere to fill up your water bottle, attempt to find a comfortable seat and stare at the screen until it’s time to board. Especially when you’re running on a lack of sleep or exhausted fromtraveling, the last thing you need is fellow travelers getting on your nerves.

Unfortunately, when one woman was flying home, she somehow became a magnet for the most annoying people in the airport. Below, you’ll find the full story that she recentlypostedon the Entitled People subreddit, as well as some of the replies amused readers shared.

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Traveling can be a stressful experience for various reasons

Man pushing woman in a wheelchair at airport, highlighting accessibility issues with passengers in wheelchairs.

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And in this woman’s case, it seemed like everyone else in the airport was going out of their way to annoy her

Woman with blonde hair sitting in an airport waiting area, holding a tablet, surrounded by other travelers.

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A man in a denim shirt at airport holding a ticket near empty seating area.

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There are plenty of ways travelers manage to annoy one another in airports

Silhouette of a person sitting in an airport terminal with a plane taking off outside.

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What is it about being in the airport that makes everything so frustrating? Is it dealing with the crowds, the fact that you probably woke up at 4 a.m. before heading there, the $20 sandwiches that taste like they were made last week or the stress of traveling?

Regardless of what it is that grinds your gears when you’re in the airport, there’s a good chance that your patience is running thin while traveling, even if you’re excited to reach your destination.

As annoying as all of thetravelersin this story were, the experience that the author had in the airport is, unfortunately, not an unusual one. In fact, there are plenty of things that travelers do every single day in the airport that drive everyone around them crazy.

According toCNN, some of the most frustrating behaviors you can encounter in the airport are people walking at a snail’s pace through the terminal, while those around them are sprinting to try to catch their flights, and being completely unprepared for the security screening.You know that your water bottle must be empty and that your laptop can’t stay in your bag. Please, don’t act surprised or try to argue with TSA employees.

Next up, CNN notes that it’s infuriating when travelers crowd the baggage carousel, so nobody around them is able to see or snag their suitcase when it starts making its way around. And apparently, some people will even show up late to the airport on purpose, so they can beg the staff to send them to the front of the check-in and security lines.

It’s important to know proper airport etiquette before booking a flight

Woman with suitcase walking through airport terminal corridor.

While traveling with children can be a challenge, and most people are sympathetic towards parents, there’s no excuse to let your little ones run wild and wreak havoc on the terminal. On that note, adults should be on their best behavior too. Please don’t get drunk in the airport bar right before you have to sit next to a stranger for 5 hours. And whatever you do, keep your shoes and socks on during the flight.

We should always be following the golden rule (treat others how you want to be treated) everywhere we go, but some people tend to forget that when they’re in a stressful situation (or the airport). So if you need a reminder of proper airport etiquette,Flatiohas got you covered.

First, they note that you should always be prepared and arrive on time, which actually meansearly. Respect the security screening process, and try to get through as quickly as possible. Remember to practice good hygiene, as airports are notorious for being an easy place to pick up a cold, and be courteous to everyone around you.

Reddit comments discussing wheelchair etiquette and the importance of teaching kids about accessibility tools.

Reddit comments discussing a confrontation involving a woman and a “Karen” at an airport.

Comments discussing an incident with a Karen at an airport involving a wheelchair user.

Reddit comments discussing airport travel experiences, humorously mentioning “Karens” and alcohol.

Comments on an airport incident involving a wheelchair user and flight attendant dispute.

Reddit comment exchange about the meaning of “sticker patch.

Readers found the story very amusing and applauded the author for refusing to put up with the other travelers’ entitlement

Text conversation about parenting battles with “Karens” and social behavior comments.

Text screenshot discussing knee replacement, public transit issues, and upgrading to a heavy-duty cane with rebar.

Text conversation about a door attendant’s response, mentioning a boarding desk at an airport.

Text about a woman encountering a difficult situation with a Karen at an airport.

Reddit comment with a humorous response about a mom’s surprise revelation.

Image showing a comment from a user about reading long subs, expressing amazement.

Comment on frequent flyer experience and unusual airport events.

Comment by user imsowhiteandnerdy saying, “Jesus what is this… an airport for Karens?

Text reaction to an incident where a woman in a wheelchair faced a conflict with a “Karen” at an airport.

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