You can contact your airline to get somebody to help you out. I've used that kind of service in an identical situation - it's a bit of a hassle, but much less so than missing a flight.

One note on ID canes: sometimes sighted people will still bump into you, when when you're stationary and have your cane out. It's almost funny.

Otherwise, airports are generally spacious and have nice signage. Be sure to get at much information as you can ahead of time and arrive early so you don't have to rush.

OP, you got this! First, make sure that your airline knows that you need assistance. If you have someone that can go with you, they can get a pass to get you to the screening area. Second, contact the TSA for their passenger assistance. I've used them, and they were very nice and extremely helpful.
Make sure you contact them as soon as possible to make sure they are ready to assist you. I was able to go through a special line for security, and I had a person there to help me the whole time. At one point, my gate changed, and they actually came to the gate and helped me get to the new gate.
I did have to travel via wheelchair in the airport because that is faster and easier for them to navigate you around the airport. I was a bit embarrassed, but then I wasn't because I got to where I needed to go with no problems. Good luck and happy travels.


https://www.tsa.gov/travel/passenger-support

I flew alone recently and though I was apprehensive beforehand once I had done it I felt pretty good about myself! I called ahead and asked for assistance and the airline was great and I had no problems. I did use a cane in the airport and I was very glad I did. It's a great to have just as a signal to others, but also quite useful in a crowded and unfamiliar place like that. The little vision I have is very poor and I can easily get confused and disoriented in a place like that.

I've been through that airport several times, sometimes with my cane, sometimes without. I do find that navigating the crowds is a little easier with it because then people are aware. It's also kind of a shortcut that means you have to spend less time explaining things if you do need to ask for help.

You can ask for assistance with navigating the airport and if it's your first time traveling through Logan, I'd recommend doing so - it's pretty big and busy. You may have to contact your airline ahead of time to let them know you'll need an assist. That said, I usually ask for assistance becauseI can't see signs unless I'm right up on them, so finding my way around is hard. If your remaining central vision is fairly good, you might not need it.

You'll be able to take a bus from the airport that gets you right into the subway system. Boston's pretty walkable and public transit is pretty good. Some areas can have rough and/or cobblestone sidewalks, so if you want to use a cane, take an appropriate tip.

Many airports have terminal maps posted online, which I have used in the past to familiarize myself with the layout of the airport beforehand--search "(airport name) terminal map."

I've traveled alone a fair amount, including internationally, so here's some things I've found make it easier:

・in general doing as much research as possible in advance (reserving things, looking up new places on google street view, downloading restaurants' menus, etc.) really helps with navigating, and also just the stress of being in an unfamiliar environment.

・give yourself more time than you think you need. It's better to have a few minutes to wait and relax than be rushing around and panicking.

・A lot of commenters have talked about this already, but don't be afraid to ask for help. I almost never do because I'd rather just figure things out on my own, but asking someone makes things so much easier. Even if they aren't airport staff, you can ask someone (probably best to find someone who doesn't look hurried or stressed since it is an airport) "excuse me, I'm blind, can you tell me what that sign says?" or "is there a sign around there that says ____?" I've thought of using the Be My Eyes app for things like this but have never found the opportunity.

This is the type of cane you are looking for: $1

It's also available at other sites, but I'm not sure how long the delivery will take. If you have a local organization that does O & M training, they will likely have their own equipment store or maybe even have a loaner for you to use. Also, I just looked at Logan's map and it looks like they use the Central Parking Garage for all ride app pick-ups and drop-offs. They probably have a taxi stand/line there as well.

Good luck with your surgery and travels!

Have you reached out to organizations like Lighthouse Guild? They train people to navigate with a cane.