Logan Airport COVID-19 Procedures
It is no question that the airlines and the travel industry have been impacted as a result of COVID-19. As states have now largely reopened and travel has resumed, airports and airlines are having to make changes to comply with local, state, and federal guidelines.
The TSA mask mandate has now been extended until March 18,2022 and may be extended further beyond that. Due to the extension of that mandate, it is still a requirement to wear a face covering on all airline, train, bus and ferry travel in the country. This will also of course include Logan Airport. Recently, Massachusetts has dropped the travel advisory and is no longer requiring quarantine or any kind of negative test result to enter the state.
If you are experiencing symptoms however, Massport has opened up a testing center inside the airport, located in terminals C and E. The locations provide both PCR and rapid nasal swabs, meaning you can have a test done upon arrival. You can find more information on the cost and hours of operation here.
Massport has also taken numerous steps to reduce probable transmission of the virus including sanitizing surfaces, spacing seating to ensure social distancing, and making many processes such as check in and boarding touch free. Terminal restaurants are open, as well as the numerous newstands.
Given that Logan Airport is a large hub for international arrivals it is also important to remember that in addition to these state requirements, the CDC guidelines regarding travelers arriving from international destinations are still in effect and require any traveler over the age of two (including U.S. citizens) who are returning to the United States from another country to produce either:
A negative test result from a test that was administered within one calendar days from the time of travel. Test can include both PCR or rapid or viral antigen tests.
Proof of having had Covid-19 and recovery from it within the past 90 days. (This option requires both your positive test with a sample date within the 90 day window and a letter from a healthcare professional clearing you for travel)
These requirements apply for all passengers regardless of vaccination status
Airlines are required to verify these tests before allowing passengers to board and deny boarding to any passenger who cannot produce a negative result. More on the implementation of the CDC guidelines can be found on the State Department website