departure/arrival time

noun

: the time when a plane, train, bus, etc., is scheduled to depart/arrive

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Afterglow is connected to the cabin’s lighting, creating optimal lighting scenarios based on the length of the flight and the arrival time at the destination. — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025 Back then, an airline passenger typically shared their flight details and arrival time with the person meeting them at the airport ahead of time by calling, emailing, or even writing a letter. — Joseph Liu, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025 Particularly for day trips to more rural areas, be sure to check the departure time for your last train so you don’t get stranded. — Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025 Move-in checklist Before moving in, students are encouraged to update their housing registration information and review the move-in checklist on their myKU portal, which includes room assignments, roommate info, confirmed arrival time, mailing address and mailbox code. — Matthew Kelly july 22, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2025 The timeline of dog in car Police released a timeline of the incident based on camera footage in the area, the 911 call, the arrival time of the officer and the investigation: 2:03 p.m. — The dog’s owner enters Cornelius via I-77. — Sydney Sasser july 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2025 Plan to reach a parking space 30 minutes before arrival time at the terminal. — Charlotte Observer, 3 July 2025 Despite the daily incredibly early arrival time for the morning broadcast, Jodi Huisentruit had never missed a show, not once. — Randi Kaye, CNN Money, 27 June 2025 The drive took place overnight in hopes of optimal temperatures for the animals and minimal traffic, but the zoo did not provide further details on when the move began or the exact arrival time in Tulsa. — Kaitlyn Huamani, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2025

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