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

Newcastle International Airport transfer time: MCT

The most important factor to know when a route has a connecting flight is the Minimum Connection Time (MCT) in the airport. It's advisable to look this up before booking a ticket. The MCT is also important if the air traveller is claiming for compensation for a missed connection. Below you can see the MCT in Newcastle International Airport for connecting flights.

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

Newcastle International Airport terminal

Airport terminals are the sectors or totally separate buildings which enable air travellers to move between ground transportation and the facilities for boarding and disembarking from an aircraft. It is important to confirm the terminal before getting to the airport when you depart or have a connection to another flight, as the terminals in bigger airports could be a long distance from each other and travellers frequently need additional time to get to the necessary one. Newcastle International Airport has 1 terminal.

Terminal 1 – EasyJet, Eurowings, Loganair, TUI Airways and others

Newcastle Airport transport

It can be a challenge when visiting a destination for the first time to find the best way to reach the city centre. It is not always possible to take public transport right at the airport and taxis may be costly. We suggest checking all the possibilities ahead of the flight so you can find out what your options are and can plan your trip accordingly.

Newcastle Airport train

• Train
  Direction: Newcastle Central Station
  Travel time (approx.): 25 min.

Newcastle Airport buses

• Line 74
  Direction: Newcastle
• Line 42A
  Direction: Freeman Hospital
• Line X78
  Direction: Eldon Square Bus Station

Newcastle Airport taxi

• Pick up point: outside the Terminal
  Travel time (approx.): 20 min. to the city centre
  Approximate price: 23 EUR

Where to have a rest in Newcastle International Airport

Sometimes passengers have lengthy waiting times between flights, such as overnight layovers or a flight delay until the next day. In such cases, it is essential to know the possible places where you can pass time and have a decent break between flights.

Newcastle Airport lounges

Airport lounges offer travellers the benefit of waiting for their flight in a comfortable setting and offer services for example food and drinks, WIFI, areas to rest in and showers.

• Aspire Lounge
• AspirePlus Lounge
• British Airways Lounge

Newcastle Airport hotels

Sometimes if the lounges are not relaxing enough for sleep, or your flight takes off the following day, you may need to stay overnight in a hotel near the airport. Sometimes hotels are situated in the airport building, however at others you may need to leave the airport vicinity to get to the closest hotel. We have selected the best alternatives for you in the event you choose to stay in a hotel between flights.

• DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newcastle International Airport Hotel
  Price: from 81 EUR per night
  Address: Woolsington, Newcastle upon Tyne NE13 8BZ, the United Kingdom
  Contact: +44 166 182 4266
  
• Novotel Newcastle Airport Hotel
  Price: from 59 EUR per night
  Address: Ponteland Rd, Kenton, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 3HZ, the United Kingdom
  Contact: +44 191 214 0303
  
• Premier Inn Newcastle Airport Hotel
  Price: from
  Address: Newcastle Airport, Newcastle upon Tyne NE20 9DB, the United Kingdom
  Contact: +44 333 321 1342
  

Newcastle Airport cafes & restaurants

The last thing you want when you’re travelling is feeling hungry or thirsty. We have several options for your needs, whether you're looking for an early breakfast, a sit-down dinner during a long layover, or a bite to take on board with you.

• Burger King
  Description: fast food restaurant
• The Beer House
  Description: beer restaurant
• Caffè Ritazza
  Description: coffee and snacks
• The Naked Deli
  Description: snacks, juices & shakes
• Quaystone Bar and Kitchen
  Description: breakfasts, pizza, pasta

Newcastle Airport shops

If you leave your souvenir purchasing to the last possible minute, or you have some time to pass before the flight, it's a good idea to visit the airport shops. Our guide below can help you to find the top shopping locations for what you need.

• World
  Description: Duty Free
• WHSmith
  Description: newspapers, magazines, books, drinks, snacks, and sweets
• Dixons Travel
  Description: electrical store
• JD Sports
  Description: sportswear
• Traveller
  Description: fashion store

Newcastle Airport car hire

Some places are worth travelling through by car, or it could be essential for your trip to travel by car. This list of car hire companies will help you to pick the best option for your trip.

• Hertz
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, Sat: 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  Contact: +44 843 309 3051
• Europcar
  Location: Airport area
  Contact: +44 371 384 3411
• Avis
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +44 344 544 6022
• Budget
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +44 344 544 4663
• Enterprise
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 06:30 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +44 191 271 1045

No other services available for this airport.

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