These Photos Will Show You That The Wildest Things Happen At The Airport

Published on 03/19/2020

Overbooked flights, weather delays, and long security lines are just some of the things that you deal with when you go to the airport. However, things can get even more bizarre than that! Trust us, you would not be able to believe the things that happened on these commercial flights.

Mother And Daughter

The Best Way To make a tough situation easier is always to laugh at yourself. This new mother did just that with her welcome home sign. She made sure to make fun of her new weight gain and we think she looks great! We are positive that this dad was just happy to see his family.

Mother And Daughter

Mother And Daughter

Spontaneous Security Check-Ups

If you are a frequent air traveler than you know that there is no chance of avoiding a random security clearance. While posing for the x-ray machines isn’t always the best part of being in an airport, this woman knows how to keep a smile!

Spontaneous Security Check Ups

Spontaneous Security Check-Ups

There’s Noone Around

While you may think that nobody is looking at you, you’re wrong. Whether its security cameras or undercover guards, someone is always passing through the airport and will catch you striking a pose. Just make sure you are always camera ready.

There's Noone Around

There’s Noone Around

Keeping Things Interesting

The airports are a place that always having something going on. You may be running to your gate because you spent too much time to the shops or airport lounge, or waiting forever at the baggage drop. Wherever you are, you always have something to see. Some people know this process all too well and this is how these frequent flyers look.

Keeping Things Interesting

Keeping Things Interesting

Getting Used To It

Traveling through the airport means you have to be patient. You have to adjust to the rules, delays, time changes, or getting comfortable. You never know what the temperature is going to be. Basically the airport teaches you to be flexible.

Getting Used To It

Getting Used To It

Bootilicious

This soldier definitely got a happy welcome home when he was off duty. This happy couple looks so excited to be in his partner’s home and she was clearly awaiting his returns! What a cute welcome home, and what a sign!

Bootilicious 

Bootilicious

Make Yourself Home

Got a layover? Well, that’s okay because who says you can’t make yourself comfortable in the airport! This woman clearly was staying at the airport for a long time because she managed to find the perfect spot to rest.

Make Yourself Home

Make Yourself Home

Not The Normal Spot

mmm, we are not sure that this is the best place for a pilot to sit. If anyone should know how unsafe it can be to sit next to the door it should be here! Well, were happy for the lucky passenger who got to snap this pic. Hopefully the rest of the flight got their drinks because this flight attendant seems preoccupied.

Not The Normal Spot

Not The Normal Spot

With Child

Traveling with small children is never pleasant and even worse is traveling with a baby. You can never expect when their temper tantrum is going to explode. Airports can be a fast-paced environment and sometimes you misplace things. This woman may have been confused when she placed her baby in a security bin when she took off her shoes.

With Child

With Child

Looking For Jenny

With the Nike sneakers and hairstyles, passengers could not believe their eyes when they saw this Forrest Gump doppelganger. We aren’t exactly sure where he was going but we like to tell ourselves he was on his way to see Jenny. Hopefully he is late to his flight so fans can “run, Forrest! Run!”

Looking For Jenny

Looking For Jenny

Public Embarrassment

While we have seen plenty of humiliating welcome home signs, this one exceeds our expectations by far. This guy definitely was not expecting to see himself blow up, chocking, when he exited his flight. For him, we hope that he did not have any food in his mouth when he saw this time.

Public Embarrassment

Public Embarrassment

Airport Proposal

Seeing people get engaged in public sometimes just warms your heart. If you have gone through then you know how exciting it can be. As his partner got off the plane he was waiting on one knee ready to pop the question! And dont worry, she said yes!

Airport Proposal

Airport Proposal

Pet Friendly

While most airports are not open to dogs some of them actually are! Well they are man’s best friend, so we gotta treat them well. This special airport in San Diego even cornered off a sport for pets to use the bathroom. What a cute idea!

Pet Friendly

Pet Friendly

Baby Ready

Baby Harper is just too cute with this sign. We love her song, the sign, and the whole look! We are sure her dad was thrilled to get off the plane to see his little baby waiting for him with this surprise. We might have to use this idea…

Baby Ready

Baby Ready

Just Hanging

Its no secret that traveling can be tiring, especially if you are waiting for a while at your layover. There isn’t much that you can do to pass the time, but this girl definitely got creative and joined in on the planking challenge. What a spot to give it a try!

Just Hanging 

Just Hanging

Getting A Stretch In

Being in the same position on the plane can make your body tight and uncomfortable. After hours in the same position, you start to feel restless. The plane isn’t exactly the place where you can stretch out your whole body, but the airport is the perfect spot

Getting A Stretch In

Getting A Stretch In

Selfie Spoilular

While selfies have become the norm these days, this woman decided to take her boyfriend’s selfie exaggeration as an opportunity to humiliate him. Wow, this is no joke for her. Sorry simon, looks like it’s just you and your selfie stick now!

Selfie Spoilular 

Selfie Spoilular

Using His Resources

We have seen passengers sleeping in all kinds of ways at the airport but this one is definitely new. While it doesn’t look the most comfortable to lean against your suitcase, it seems like he is sound asleep so it’s working!

Using His Resources

Using His Resources

Minka Kelly At LAX

We bet that you never expect to go to the airport and find this Friday Night Lights star. This photo was taken at the Los Angeles International Airport one early morning. Have a safe trip, Minka!

Minka Kelly At LAX

Minka Kelly At LAX

Getting Tons Of Attention

This young woman got a lot of attention from the TSA agents when she was going through security. To be fair, we are not surprised to hear that this is the case. Who wouldn’t look at her, right?

Getting Tons Of Attention

Getting Tons Of Attention

Miss Universe Thailand

Meet Chalita Suansane, who was Miss Universe Thailand 2016. She is a heavy packer if we have ever seen one. This photo of her with her 17 pieces of luggage was shot in the Manila airport.

Miss Universe Thailand

Miss Universe Thailand

Cybermen Looking After Their Armor

Do you remember the Cybermen cyborgs from Doctor Who? Well, here they are giving their armor a little TLC before they went to the San Diego Comic-Con. This must have been a sight to see!

Cybermen Looking After Their Armor

Cybermen Looking After Their Armor

A Makeshift Bed

What are you going to do when your flight is delayed but all the hotels are fully booked? It looks like you have no choice but to be a little creative just like this guy over here.

A Makeshift Bed

A Makeshift Bed

A Powerful Ad

We know that you are a little confused. This photo of a woman in a suitcase is actually a part of a creative and powerful marketing campaign. It is meant to raise awareness about human trafficking.

A Powerful Ad

A Powerful Ad

Airport Yoga Session

When you are on the road, it is never a bad idea to revitalize yourself every now and then. Nothing does it like doing aerobics on the travellator at the airport. This is the way to go if you want to beat jet lag!

Airport Yoga Session

Airport Yoga Session

No More Space

There is a possibility that it was the first day on the job for this pilot. Otherwise, the airline might have been trying to cut corners on parking. At any rate, this does not look good for business at all.

No More Space

No More Space

The Fastest Motorized Luggage

You will never be late for a flight ever again with this. After all, you can simply zoom around in the airport when you are off to another destination. If you ask us, this sounds very convenient.

The Fastest Motorized Luggage

The Fastest Motorized Luggage

Stairway To Heaven

You should get to the airport at least two hours prior if you are catching a domestic flight. However, you must arrive 3 days prior if you want to catch early bird seating on your international flights.

Stairway To Heaven

Stairway To Heaven

The Rock The Overpacker

Whoa, look at the Rock and his oversized piece of luggage. Is he carrying all his gym equipment or what? We are glad to see that he is not willing to pay for an extra fee either.

The Rock The Overpacker

The Rock The Overpacker

Try Out Auto Frisk

Kindly step right up if you want to get a free auto frisk. If you would rather get an old-fashioned frisk from a human agent, we are sorry to inform you that you are in the wrong line.

Try Out Auto Frisk

Try Out Auto Frisk

Runaway Bear

Attention, passengers on flight 1234. We are currently experiencing a delay. Kindly “bear” with us while we deal with the issue at hand. We will take off at a moment’s notice. Thank you for your cooperation.

Runaway Bear

Runaway Bear

Wall Of Confiscated Items

Make sure to check this out when you find yourself at the Cleveland Airport. Over there, the security showcases all the things they have confiscated in the past. They did this to stop future violators!

Wall Of Confiscated Items

Wall Of Confiscated Items

Rumors About Denver International Airport

There are a lot of conspiracy theories surrounding the DIA. There are rumors of Illuminati association, an underground city, and “Blucifer,” a 32-foot bronco sculpture with red eyes. Apparently, the art work is meant to represent a Horseman of the Apocalypse.

Rumors About Denver International Airport

Rumors About Denver International Airport

LAX During The ’60s

The “Theme Building” was designed by an architecture firm called Pereira & Luckman. The LAX building is meant to resemble a UFO that landed in the parking lot. You will find the Encounter restaurant there.

LAX During The '60s

LAX During The ’60s

Welcome To Middle Earth

We know Gollum from The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. We just wanted to give you a heads up since you might be shocked to see him at the Wellington airport in New Zealand.

Welcome To Middle Earth

Welcome To Middle Earth

Tower Of Terror

These 23-foot towers of luggage are located in Terminal A of Sacramento International Airport. This looks a lot like a game of Jenga. Would you pull out a piece if we dared you to do it?

Tower Of Terror

Tower Of Terror

Slide Into Your Seat

If you ever have a stopover at Changi Airport in Singapore, you are in for a treat. You will find this 4-story slide that twirls and twists across the terminal. What a fun way to ensure that you aren’t late!

Slide Into Your Seat

Slide Into Your Seat

Neck Pillow Looking Wrong

You absolutely need neck pillows if you are going on a long flight. After all, we need some decent rest when we are traveling. However, you should be warned that you need to be careful about how to carry it.

Neck Pillow Looking Wrong

Neck Pillow Looking Wrong

The Next “Leg” Of The Flight

There are times when you do not even have any idea that this is going on. However, you can bet that the other people at the airport will find it hilarious. Folks, this is why you should never skip leg day.

The Next “Leg” Of The Flight

The Next “Leg” Of The Flight

Your Dog’s Favorite Airport

Aww, take a look at this airport. It has a doggie potty, which comes with a red fire hydrant. We are sure that this is going to be your dog’s favorite airport in the world.

Your Dog's Favorite Airport

Your Dog’s Favorite Airport

Crushing The Landing

Could it be that the runway was far too icy when the pilot made his landing? Maybe the building simply got in the way. At this point, we just hope that he did not get a parking ticket for this.

Crushing The Landing

Crushing The Landing

Declare Any Animals

We apologize, but we truly have no idea how this thing made its way into our luggage. After all, we do not remember packing it. Well, then. See you later, alligator. After a while, crocodile.

Must Declare Any Animals

Must Declare Any Animals

Upping Airport Security Level

No doubt, TSA really did step up their galactic enforcement measures. We are very impressed. They want every single one of us to have a safe traveling experience. May the security force be with you!

Upping Airport Security Level

Upping Airport Security Level

Gotta Catch ‘Em All

Oh, wow. Will you look at these All Nippon Airways jets? They were all painted with different creatures from Pokémon to promote the popular anime. We are sure that it was effective for them! Good job.

Gotta Catch 'Em All

Gotta Catch ‘Em All

Disney And Companion

Ladies and gentlemen, there is absolutely nothing out of the ordinary to see here. It is just a photo of Walt Disney beside someone with a really weird mask. That’s all there is to it. Carry on.

Disney And Companion

Disney And Companion

Kharacters From Kid’s Kounty

These little critters are Dirty Bird, Peter Panda, Connie Cone, and Hugh the Shoe. In 1973, they came out to help Southwest Airlines with a promotion of some sort. We wonder if this strategy worked for them!

Kharacters From Kid’s Kounty

Kharacters From Kid’s Kounty

Overhead Luggage Naps

It looks like this lady found the best place to take a nap while flying. Unfortunately, she had no choice but to get out of there so that her fellow passengers can keep their luggage there.

Overhead Luggage Naps

Overhead Luggage Naps

Selfie By The Pilot

It looks like this pilot was thrilled to fly. What makes us say that? Oh, just the fact that she snapped a selfie outside the window of the cockpit. Selfie culture is truly alive and well even in the sky.

Selfie By The Pilot

Selfie By The Pilot

A Gorgeous Sunrise

Oh, wow. This must have been a great sight! Aren’t you jealous that the pilot gets to see it from a better perspective? If we get the chance to do the same thing, it would have been the best sunrise of our lives.

A Gorgeous Sunrise

A Gorgeous Sunrise

Penguins On The Plane

Just so we are clear, these are real penguins making their way down the plane aisle. Everyone needs to sit down and buckle up for take-off. Yes, this is a rule that applies to these animals as well.

Penguins On The Plane

Penguins On The Plane

Lovely Flight Attendants

Wow! Look at these fabulous ladies as they struck a pose in flight attendant uniforms. They look so gorgeous. What we can tell you is that we would have loved to be on that plane.

Lovely Flight Attendants

Lovely Flight Attendants

A Turkey Onboard

We are willing to bet that this photo was taken on Thanksgiving. This turkey was on a plane because it had somewhere to be. Who is going to tell this poor fellow about his fate?

A Turkey Onboard

A Turkey Onboard

A Couple And Their Pony

Apparently, this pony on the plane was a service animal. It is pretty clear that they did not have a lot of leg room. Thanks for that, little pony. Just so we’re clear, we were being sarcastic there.

A Couple And Their Pony

A Couple And Their Pony

A Personalized Bag

We are confident enough to say that this dude will never lose his bag at the baggage claim. After all, there is no other bag like his. Maybe you should get one of your face as well!

A Personalized Bag

A Personalized Bag

Ducks On A Plane

Yes, you are looking at a photo of a duck on a plane. We bet that it was a fun flight. Do you think that people were “quacking” up from takeoff until the moment they landed?

Ducks On A Plane

Ducks On A Plane

Kangaroo Behind You

This guy is on the plane. He only wanted to return to the land down under, his home country. The person seated in front of this fellow had been complaining that he was kicking the seat, however.

Kangaroo Behind You

Kangaroo Behind You

The Best Sleep

Well, you never know. It is possible that this was the best sleep that he has ever had in his life. We are not willing to bet on it, but it is certainly a possibility.

The Best Sleep

The Best Sleep

Flight Attendants Having Fun

Aww, look at these gorgeous flight attendants having a blast while on the job. We do not know about you, but we would have paid good money to have been a passenger on this flight.

Flight Attendants Having Fun

Flight Attendants Having Fun

Too Tired To Walk

We can relate to the little girl in this photo. Flights can take a toll on you, so we sympathize with the poor angel. Don’t you wish you were that small and had a companion who would wheel you around?

Too Tired To Walk

Too Tired To Walk

I’m Good Here

Before you judge this guy, you should put yourself in his shoes. It can be hard to find a sleeping spot at the airport. Next time, you could follow his example and give this a shot.

I'm Good Here

I’m Good Here

Security Check Rules

If you fly a lot, you must know the drill by now. It is pretty common knowledge that you should take everything out of your pockets. On top of that, you should put your babies and laptops in separate trays.

Security Check Rules

Security Check Rules

Take A Nap

Truly, there does not seem to be any rules about sleeping when it comes to airports. Lines can take a long time, so we do not blame this fellow for dozing off for a bit.

Take A Nap

Take A Nap

Vegas High Roller

Who says men can’t wear pink? The fellow in this photo was more than ready to prove us wrong. This high roller from Las Vegas just won big at the casino, and he will flaunt it!

Vegas High Roller

Vegas High Roller

His Sack Luggage

Now, what could possibly be in that sack? We all grew up hearing stories about Santa Claus. According to this guy, it only contained toys for little kids. We just hope he was telling the truth about that!

His Sack Luggage

His Sack Luggage

The Time Of Their Lives

Man, what we would give if we could just go back in time and join the people in this photo! It must have been so much fun to just hang out like this on your flight.

The Time Of Their Lives

The Time Of Their Lives

Only 3 Minutes Or Less

Airports see a lot of kisses between couples. If you ever catch a flight at the Aalborg Airport in Denmark, you should be aware of one rule. Feel free to kiss but remember: “No Kisses Above 3 Mins!”

Only 3 Minutes Or Less

Only 3 Minutes Or Less

Flight Attendant Uniforms

Now, we can’t help but wonder which flight this was. You do not need to be a rocket scientist to notice how much flight attendant uniforms have changed. We have to say that we much prefer this one.

Flight Attendant Uniforms

Flight Attendant Uniforms

When Pigs Fly

We wonder how often people take their pig on the plane. It would definitely make for an interesting study. If someone finally goes ahead and does it, we have a suggestion for the title: “When Pigs Fly.”

When Pigs Fly

When Pigs Fly

Have Some Shame

His actions were considered inappropriate then, and they are inappropriate now. Shame on this guy! It is a good thing that the internet is here so that we can excuse him for what he is.

Have Some Shame

Have Some Shame

Another Pig On A Plane

Here you go. You wanted another photo of a pig on a plane, right? You do not even have to be a vegetarian to appreciate just how cute this fella is. He must have been a delightful passenger.

Another Pig On A Plane

Another Pig On A Plane

The Cutest Baby

The passengers on the plane all complained that the baby would not stop crying. The flight attendants had to literally take matters into their own hands. Soon enough, the baby started to laugh instead. Aww!

The Cutest Baby

The Cutest Baby

This Does Not Look Good

We just hope that this photo was not taken while the flight was going on. After all, who would want to take a plane manned by a sleeping pilot? We do not trust the autopilot mode that much!

This Does Not Look Good

This Does Not Look Good

No More Smoking

This photo might look cool, but there is no way you can do the same thing now. These days, it is a federal offense to smoke aboard a plane. If you ask us, this is a good thing.

No More Smoking

No More Smoking

Listen To Your Flight Attendant

What is this flight attendant doing in this photo? She is going over the emergency and flight procedures. Make sure to pay attention to know more about the oxygen masks, seat belts, and emergency exits!

Listen To Your Flight Attendant

Listen To Your Flight Attendant

K9 Watching A Movie

The dog in the photo must have been enjoying the movie. Do you think he was watching a film about dogs? We have no way to confirm it, but we hope that he had a great time anyway.

K9 Watching A Movie

K9 Watching A Movie

Kindly Buckle Up

This passenger unzipped his fly and laid down across two seats. Another person on the flight took this photo of him. When it went up online, it became viral right away. Serves him right for being so selfish!

Kindly Buckle Up

Kindly Buckle Up

Use Them First

When the oxygen masks got deployed, this person decided that the special moment deserved to be photographed. Folks, please do not do this. Make sure to put on the mask first at the very least.

Use Them First

Use Them First

Spring Breakers Aboard

We are willing to bet good money that this flight was on the way to a spring break location. How can we tell? It is not that hard to figure out when these kids act like this!

Spring Breakers Aboard

Spring Breakers Aboard

Piping Up On The Plane

It is pretty clear that this guy was seated in first class. After all, we know that folks back then could smoke inside planes. They did not limit it to cigarettes either. It was pretty common to pipe up!

Piping Up There

Piping Up On The Plane

Ben Gates On Another Treasure Hunt

Take a look at this photo of Nicolas Cage. Where could the actor possibly be going? Maybe she just caught Ben Gates before he went on yet another worldwide treasure hunt. How cool would that be?

Ben Gates On Another Treasure Hunt

Ben Gates On Another Treasure Hunt

Have A Happy Honeymoon

We were told that the couple below had been on their way to their honeymoon location. They just tied the knot in Las Vegas and brought home a lot of money! We are so happy for them.

Have A Happy Honeymoon

Have A Happy Honeymoon

An Actual Waiter

Let us just say that they do not make in-flight meals like this anymore. It must have been way better. This is a waiter going through the menu, which has real food. No doubt, service has truly gone down.

An Actual Waiter

An Actual Waiter

Wear Comfy Clothes

When you are taking a long flight, it is a good idea to wear comfortable clothes. This was exactly what he did. We will have you know that he was sporting a business suit before he got on the plane.

Wear Comfy Clothes

Wear Comfy Clothes

Accommodate Yourself At The Airport

People are used to seeing people sleep in weird ways at the airport. However, don’t you dare think that you are saved from judgment! No one will bother you, but someone is definitely judging you.

Accommodate Yourself At The Airport

Accommodate Yourself At The Airport