The holiday weekend is officially here, and so is the travel and traffic.

AAA expected Saturday to be a very busy day for air travelers, and it showed at Newark Liberty International Airport.

Despite a slow start, Terminal B was filled with travelers by the afternoon.

Airport officials warn flyers to arrive as early as possible to avoid the rush.

"Come early," says Russell Andrews. "Make sure you've got everything so you don't have an issue and take your time."

Several flights were delayed in the afternoon due to rain.