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Best ways to get to the airport

Getting to the airport can be one of the most frustrating aspects of flying – and sometimes can take longer than your flight, depending on where you live. Figuring out the best way to get to the airport will depend heavily on where you are and which airport you’re going to, but most cities have a number of options available to save you time and money.

 

Getting a ride
Asking a friend or relative for a ride to the airport is a great way to save money and the hassle of parking. This can be quite a hassle for the friend or relative if the airport is a long way out, but you can always return the favor next time they’re away. It’s important that you give your friend or relative your flight number, so if your returning flight is delayed they don’t end up spending hours and hours at the airport waiting for you.

 

Driving your own car
This is the easiest and most comfortable way to get to the airport as you can take all your belongings with you and depart directly from your home. Airport parking can be relatively expensive, but many people find it worthwhile so that you can simply drive home as soon as you fly in. There are a lot of great deals available online for a number of airports including Manchester Airport Parking, Bristol Airport Parking, and Edinburgh Airport Parking. If you want to find airport-parking deals for your local airport, simply search online for discounts. Many airports offer significant discounts if you book in advance, saving you both time and money. Some airports even offer car-cleaning services while you’re away, so you can come back to a shiny clean car after your holiday.

 

Taking the Metro
Many cities have well serviced metro lines that extend out to the airport. This makes transit easy, inexpensive and generally eliminates traffic delays. Some cities charge a surcharge for airport lines, others charge it at a standard price. Traveling to the airport by metro tends to be more expensive than traveling by bus, but is significantly faster depending how far you are from the airport.

 

Traveling by bus
Taking the bus to the airport can be sometimes a hassle, especially if you have a lot of bags, but it is generally the cheapest option. In some cities busing can be quite expensive for a whole family costing the same, if not more, as a taxi. It’s a good idea if you are traveling in a group to compare the cost of private transport versus public. Buses tend to be the default transport to the airport and almost every city has this service.

 

Traveling by taxi
Taxis tend to charge a surplus for traveling to the airport, which can really eat into your holiday funds, especially if you’re traveling alone. In groups of two or more people sometimes taxis work out to be a cheaper option than bus or metro tickets, but this will depend heavily on the location. One advantage to taking a taxi to the airport is that you can order them for any time, which can be a lifesaver when you have an early morning or mid night flight.

 

What is your preferred form of transport of getting to the airport?

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