Flight disruptions at Aberdeen Airport: Passenger updates about flight delays and flight cancellations

Aberdeen Airport MCT

A key factor to know when a route has a connecting flight is the Minimum Connection Time (MCT) in the airport. It is a good idea to be aware of this before booking any flight. The MCT is also important if the traveller is claiming for compensation for a missed connection. Below you can see the MCT in Aberdeen International Airport for connecting flights.

• Between domestic flights: 30 min.
• Between domestic and international flights: 45 min.
• Between international flights: 45 min.

Aberdeen International Airport terminal

Terminals are the sections or different buildings in airports through which air passengers can transfer between transport on the ground and the places for boarding or disembarking from the aircraft. It's very important to confirm from which terminal you are departing from or transferring through as passengers may require some additional time to get to the right one, especially in bigger airports. There is 1 Terminal in Aberdeen International Airport.

Terminal 1 – Aer Lingus Regional, Air France, Eastern Airways, Loganair and others

Aberdeen Airport transport to city centre

When it is the first time visiting a destination, it may be a challenge to know the best way to get to the city centre. It is not always possible to take public transportation immediately at the airport and taxis may be pricey. It's a good idea to review all the transport options before travelling so you can plan your trip respectively.

Aberdeen Airport bus

• Jet Service 727
  Direction: Aberdeen Union Square Bus Station
  Travel time (approx.): 37 min.
  Operating hours: 24 hrs., daily
  Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 3.80 EUR, children single ticket starts from 1.90 EUR (for children aged 5 - 15 years old)

Aberdeen Airport taxi

• Pick up point: outside the Terminals
  Travel time (approx.): 11 min. to the city centre
  Approximate price: 27 EUR

Where to have a rest in Aberdeen Airport

Sometimes passengers face prolonged waiting times between flights, such as overnight layovers or a delayed flight until the next day. When this happens, it is essential for passengers to know where they can rest and pass their time between flights.

Aberdeen Airport lounge

Airport lounges are facilities that give travellers a range of benefits and services, for example relaxation spaces, food and drinks, WIFI, showers, etc., so passengers can wait in an agreeable and comfortable setting.

• The Northern Lights Executive Lounge
  Location: Departures, Level 1
  Opening hours: Sun-Fri: 04:00 AM - 08:30 PM, Sat: 04:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Aberdeen Airport hotels

In the event that your next flight takes off the following morning, or the lounge isn’t suitable, the next option might be a hotel near the airport. Sometimes hotels are located in the airport building, however at others you may need to leave the vicinity to get to a nearby hotel. We have chosen the most comfortable possibilities for you in the event you choose to stay in a hotel between flights.

• Moxy Aberdeen Airport
  Price: from 58 EUR per night
  Address: Argyll Way, Airport, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 0BY, United Kingdom
  Contact: +44 122 454 5095
  
• Travelodge Aberdeen Airport
  Price: from 27 EUR per night
  Address: Burnside Dr, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 0HW, United Kingdom
  Contact: +44 871 984 6309
  

Aberdeen Airport cafes & restaurants

Feeling hungry or thirsty when travelling is the last thing you need. We have several choices for your needs, whether you're looking for an early breakfast, a sit-down dinner during an extensive layover, or a snack to take on board with you.

• Costa Coffee
  Description: coffee, warm and cold drinks, desserts, sandwiches and salads
  Location: after security, Gate 5
• The Granite City
  Description: pub & restaurant
  Location: before security
• The Distilling House
  Description: bar & restaurant
  Location: after security
• Bocco
  Description: Italian cuisine & wine bar
  Location: after security

Aberdeen Airport shops

If you are that sort of traveller who tends to leave your holiday souvenir buying to the very last minute, or just need to pass some time before your flight, then it’s worthwhile visiting the airport shops. Our guide below can help you to find the top shopping spots for what you need.

• World
  Description: Duty Free
  Location: after security
• Boots
  Description: health & beauty products
  Location: after security
• WHSmith
  Description: newspapers, magazines, books, drinks, snacks, and sweets
  Location: before and after security

Car hire Aberdeen Airport

Sometimes you must travel by car, or it may be the most pleasant transport for your journey. To make it easier for you to pick the most suitable car hire company, we have provided a list below.

• Hertz
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM, Sun: 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +44 843 309 3001
• Europcar
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sun: 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +44 371 384 0295
• Avis
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:30 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM, Sun: 09:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +44 344 544 6010
• Budget
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:30 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM, Sun: 09:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +44 344 544 9122
• Enterprise
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat-Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +44 122 477 4466

Other services in Aberdeen ABZ Airport

Here are some airport amenities that you may also need during your time in the airport.

• Lost & Found
  Contact: email: lostandfound@aiairport.com
• Business Services
• Baggage Weighing

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