Flying can be tough with a long process starting early in the day. Security checks include taking off shoes or going through extra measures. During the flight, cramped seating and distractions may hinder rest. But the joy of a warm family welcome at the destination makes it all worthwhile. Unless you have some funny family members like these! Letโs begin!
Hugs, not drugs


Even though itโs a joke thatโs often repeated at the baggage claim, itโs the little details that make these signs worth seeing. In this case, itโs the little โHugs, not drugs!โ in the corner.
1. Itโs nice to know theyโll always support her
In case you were wondering, their mom went on a trip out of town, not to prison. But that didnโt stop her family from giving her a very public welcome home present. Sheโs unlikely to forget it any time soon.


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2. Thanks, honey
This guy arrived in style to pick up his wife from the airport. She was coming home from a business trip with her boss and coworkers, who were amused to see her greeted like this.


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3. Parents find so many ways to embarrass their kids
Isnโt it exciting to fly by yourself for the first time? This girl might be seen as an adult by the airline, but to her dad, sheโs still a kid he can embarrass.


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4. Thatโs the cutest thing Iโve ever seen
How do you make everyone in the airport smile: bring your kid along to greet her grandparents after taking a trip. Let her make her own welcome sign. Just look how excited she is!


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5. He knows what she really needs after a flight
Some parents are the best at knowing exactly what their kids need. But even they wonโt greet their adult child at the airport with ingredients for margaritas. Talk about amazing service!


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6. I would do this, too
This guyโs friend goes by the name โChocolate Johnnyโ and actually owns a chocolate factory in Australia. If there was ever a reason to dress up like an Oompa-Loompa, this is it!


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7. Youโve got to face facts
This guy was waiting to pick up his brother-in-law who was returning from deployment with the Air Force for the birth of his son. The sign isnโt wrong, but itโs sure an awkward way to phrase it.


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8. Maโam, yes maโam
When you have a significant other whoโs in the military, you may have to endure long months away from one another. This woman had an interesting way of welcoming her husband home after deployment.


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9. Heโs not getting paid enough
Metal bands are known for having some odd and sometimes disturbing names. This guy had the unfortunate task of picking up the members of a band with this name.


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10. Just like a brother
When this guy went to the airport to pick up his big brother, he decided to make him a welcome home sign. Of course, he had to embellish the story just a little as to where heโd been. Thanks a lot, bro.


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11. Iโm not this close to my neighbor
When this guyโs neighbor asked him to give her a ride from the airport, he decided to go the extra mile and make her a sign. This is the one he went with.


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12. This one required cooperation
They say no matter how old you get, youโre still your parentsโ baby. This woman proved that theory when she picked her โbabyโ up at the airport and made him walk under her left arm.


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13. Hope they found them
When these three siblings had to go pick their parents up at the airport at the crack of dawn, they decided to have a little bit of fun with them. They arrived with this sign and some very convincing expressions.


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14. Just like that, everyone was on her side
This woman had a unique way of breaking up with her significant other when he arrived home, presumably after a military deployment of some kind. Iโm cringing out of my skin, but this person definitely deserved it.


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15. Chaos reigns at home
For some families, one parent or the other is the one that generally keeps things under control, and often, itโs Mom. While these boysโ mother was out of town, they ran a bit wild.


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16. This is a unique one
After his brother was gone a whole year while attending a university, this guy had an interesting way of welcoming him home. Why write a sign when you can blow up a giant picture of your brotherโs face?


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17. This guy
He was pretty pumped about Steven and Taylor being home and he made a sign to prove it The little thumbs gesturing to his own face really take it to the next level.


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18. How to disappoint everyone
This father caused a stir with his sign when he went to pick up his son at the airport. Passersby were pretty unhappy to see who actually turned up. Thatโs how to make everyone hate you without saying a word.


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19. Important information
We donโt have the context here, but it sure is an in-your-face way to share the news. I wonder how Mattโs sister felt about all this.


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20. I just want you to be prepared
Dogs arenโt always well-behaved when their owners are away from home. In fact, they might act out in many ways โ such as eating furniture. Just take it as a compliment.


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21. She probably needed that before the flight.
Sarah was being picked up by someone sheโd never met โ namely, her best friendโs new boyfriend. Suffice it to say, he wanted to make a great first impression.


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22. Did she go to Mexico?
President Donald Trumpโs push to build a wall along the United Statesโ border with Mexico has led to a lot of tongue-in-cheek jokes. But clearly, the wall is no match for sisterly love.


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23. That enthusiasm leaves something to be desired
This couple clearly enjoys dark humor, which not everyone thinks is funny! But itโs actually pretty hilarious because Iโm sure heโs very happy to have her home โ and, you know, alive.


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24. Of the Boston Jarses?
This is a classic double entendre name (say it five times fast if you donโt get it), so the guy is probably meeting a friend. The alternative is that there really is someone out there named Hugh Jarse.


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25. Thatโs charming, indeed
This girl wanted to do something to spice up her parentsโ arrival at the airport so she made them this thoughtful sign. It probably got them out of there pretty quickly, too!


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26. Sheโs not mincing words
Having a spouse deployed in the military can be really difficult. You miss out on a lot of things so itโs no wonder this was on her mind. Those leave babies have to come from somewhere!


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27. Was he wearing a kilt?
Some people are awfully proud of their Scottish heritage and this guy is no different! So, of course, he was greeted at the airport with a special sign uniquely describing him.


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28. Heโll be there for you
If you donโt recognize this reference, you might not be a โFriendsโ fan. I guess if he was greeting Princess Consuela, then that would make him Mr. Crap Bag.


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29. They chose some great photos
If you really want to embarrass your brother and sister-in-law when picking them up from the airport, put a bunch of goofy photos of them on a sign! At least itโll make their real faces look good in comparison.


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30. Donโt smile, donโt smile, donโt smileโฆ
This person wasnโt calling someone out specifically with the sign but they were pranking everyone who walked by. Thatโs one way to get yourself noticed (and kill some time at the airport)!


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31. Better than Tinder
You usually see peopleโs names on signs at the airport but this guyโs sign said something different. Wordโs still out on whether this strategy was successful at landing him a date.


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32. I think he prefers Alice
This pickup was for someone who goes by their social media name Random Citizen but it does look pretty funny written on a sign. It puts a new meaning on your momโs warning not to give rides to strangers.


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33. I need more details
Judging by the amused looks from other people on the terminal, Iโm not the only one who wants to know the story behind this bizarre break-up sign. Am I horrible for hoping itโs not just a prank?


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34. You asked โ you received
When their friend asked to be greeted at the airport with a sign, this person complied. Remember, always be specific when giving instructions to your friends with a twisted sense of humor.


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35. They say it doesnโt fall far
Hereโs a sweet and creative version of the airport greeting sign. When this womanโs mother flew in to visit for the weekend, her daughter greeted her with a play on โThe apple doesnโt fall far from the tree.โ


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36. At least he said they were cute
This guy mustโve been pretty bored going to pick up friends from the airport at 1:15 in the morning. No wonder he decided to spend some time designing this sign!


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37. Paging Bart Simpsonโฆ
If you take a second look at that name, youโll notice something odd about it. Those poor pickup drivers must get stuff like that all the time.


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38. Straight to the point
When Mom returned from a trip out of town, she was greeted by her husband and daughter who had some custom signs for her. Of course, they had different messages.


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39. Hope he knows her name
This is kind of cute, assuming itโs his wife or girlfriend that heโs trying to surprise. It would be a little less romantic if he was falling back on descriptors because he didnโt know her name.


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40. At least she can laugh at herself
Thereโs nothing like the love between cousins. When this girl arrived at the airport, she found her cousin waiting for her with a custom sign. Thankfully, she was all too happy to strike a pose with it.


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41. Thereโs a strategy
If youโre single, you probably know how hard it can be to meet people. This guy has gone past singles groups, matchmaking services, and dating apps. Heโs just going to the airport with a sign to see if he strikes gold.


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42. Youโll know โem when you see โem|
These mischievous siblings aimed to embarrass their parents while picking them up at the airport. So, they found some unflattering photos and blew them up with captions.


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43. Was she looking for more than one?
Hereโs an unusual sign from a girl who was waiting for her boyfriend. Thereโs nothing like a welcome home sign thatโs also a big prank! She probably earned some stares from passersby, too.


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44. Thatโs too much information
Hopefully, this person was greeting someone who they knew by sight. Honestly, most people could probably respond to this nickname. I donโt want to meet strangers based on this information!


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45. She made it over the wall
This girlโs boyfriend decided to greet her in the name of a politician that she REALLY doesnโt like. Nothing like welcoming her back to the country with a reminder of her favorite things!


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46. That doesnโt narrow it down very much
Didnโt this personโs mother ever teach them if they couldnโt say anything nice then they shouldnโt say anything at all? But her smile says it was all done in love.


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47. At least theyโre easy to spot
Whatโs the best way to let your friend know you missed him while he was gone? How about making a poster describing him like a lost pet, complete with silly pictures?


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48. But then every mom will turn around
Remember when you were on the playground as a kid and you yelled, โMommy, look?โ Every mom looked up to see if you were talking to them. This guy is going to have the same problem!


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49. When your dad knows his slang
Something about this tells me the sister, not the dad, was largely responsible for the sign. Chalk it up to the Gen Z slang, sequins, and talking about eyebrows.


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50. He prefers Richard
Thereโs nothing like tricking someone into responding to a goofy name. His face looks a little less than amused. After all, thatโs no way to talk to a property owner!


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51. How many people responded?
This is a dangerous sign to bring to an airport. Itโll be sweet for the person itโs intended for, but youโre bound to have about 20 weirdos who try to jump in there, too.


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52. Brotherly love
When this guy found out heโd be picking his brother up from the airport, he knew he had to prepare. This was his heartfelt message of welcome.


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53. Sheโs tired of those airport runs
When you spend a lot of time apart from your significant other, it can really get old. Clearly, this woman struggles with the long-distance thing and hopes she doesnโt have to come back to the airport for a while!


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54. She probably knew it when she saw it
I get the feeling the moment their mom saw this sign, she knew it was meant for her. Who else would be annoying all the other people at baggage claim but her own kids?


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55. Well, as long as THEYโRE saying it
Hereโs one of those words you shouldnโt call anyone unless youโve established that you mean it in love. Weโll never know the interpretation behind the colors, unfortunately.


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56. Sometimes they never grow up
Every child grows up and becomes more independent until they donโt need you to take care of them anymore. Well, except this guy who showed up at the airport to get his parents wearing footie pajamas and holding this sign.


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57. Found him
Iโm going to assume thatโs not really her sugar daddy, but she made the sign just to draw attention. Either way, they look pretty happy to see one another!


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58. Is that your grocery list?
Youโll see some pretty odd โnamesโ on pickup signs at the airport. This one is a prime example. Either sheโs picking up a rap artist or itโs an inside joke that weโre not part of.


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59. Statement of fact
You might recognize this guy as Eric Stonestreet who played Cameron on โModern Family.โ When the cast filmed in Australia, he greeted them at the airport with this sign.


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60. Aww . . .
Sometimes, the signs you see at the airport arenโt just funny, but also incredibly sweet. Personally, I wouldโve stuck around to watch this reunion from afar. Is that creepy?


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61. A public proposal
This guy was just going to pick up a friend, but he decided to attract some attention with a very public proposal. Everyone knows that proposing in public is a bad idea!


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62. Wait, what?
Iโm not going to lie โ I have some questions about this one. Aside from a husband or significant other, who else is she going to describe as โhot?โ I donโt feel comfortable with any of the options.


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63. Letโs get down to business
When youโre waiting for your loved one to get home, itโs agony to go through the process of everything at the airport โ the traffic, the parking, the waiting at baggage claim. This right here is all you really want.


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64. 17 days sober
โWelcome home from rehabโ is just about as popular as โWelcome home from jailโ on joking airport signs. But these sneaky kids took it to the next level because they just happened to be greeting their grandma.


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65. Isnโt he hilarious?|
If you canโt quite read that sign, hereโs what it says: โWhat was juvie like? Did you have fun?โ Iโm assuming the person heโs greeting wasnโt in juvenile detention. Iโm also assuming he thinks heโs hilarious.


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66. How to make your mom blush
When this guy needed to go pick his mom up at the airport, he decided to have a little bit of fun with her. Thatโs one way to get people to stare as you walk by!


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67. Picking your friend up on Christmas Eve
This guy went all out when he had to pick up his friend from the airport on Christmas Eve. Sure, his sign alone isnโt much, but combined with that wrapping paper suit heโs the whole package. Pun intended.


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68. But she lost about seven pounds in one day
One of the hardest parts about military deployment is you may be forced to miss big family events, like the birth of a child. This babyโs meeting their dad for the first time and Mom has a sassy sign to mark the occasion.


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