Aberdeen Intl (ABZ) Airport Guide

Airport Name

Aberdeen Airport

Airport Location

The airport is situated 11km (7 miles) northwest of Aberdeen.

Terminals

1

IATA Code

ABZ

Telephone

+44 (0)1224 722 331

Airport Overview

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Originally opened in 1934, Aberdeen Airport, as with several airports in the UK, is operated by BAA. It is Scotland's fastest-growing airport, serving more than three million passengers annually. Fifteen airlines fly to 37 destinations in the UK and Europe. It is also a major heliport, operating three terminals for North Sea helicopter operations.

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Getting into Town

Taxi: Rainbow Airport Taxis (tel: +44 (0)1224 725 500 or 878 787 or 494 949; website: www.rainbow87.com) operates a taxi service from Aberdeen airport, with booking available online. The central reservation office is located opposite the main terminal building. A meet-and-greet service and executive cars are also available.

Bus: Bus services operate from the airport to Aberdeen city centre. Companies operating from the airport are First Aberdeen (tel: +44 (0)1224 650 065) and Stagecoach Bluebird (tel: +44 (0)1224 212 266).

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Information Desks

The airport information desk (tel: +44 (0)1224 722 331) is located in the check-in area on the ground floor of the terminal building. Tourist information and accommodation enquiries can also be made at the tourist information office (tel: +44 (0)1224 632 727).

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Airport Hotels

The Aberdeen Airport Thistle Hotel (tel: +44 (0)1224 725 252) and the Speedbird Inn (tel: +44 (0)1224 772 884) are both located in the airport grounds. The Thistle Hotel runs a courtesy bus to/from the airport, whereas the Speedbird Inn is located within walking distance of the terminal building. Nearby hotels include the Skean Dhu Hotel and the Marriott Hotel.

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Airport Disabled Facilities

The airport has unisex disabled toilets throughout the terminal, as well as ramps and lifts. Induction loops are fitted throughout the terminal building and there is a Minicom service (tel: +44 (0)1224 725 082). Reserved seating is also provided. Disabled drivers can park in the short-term car park at long-term rates, if they display an orange/blue badge; those using this facility must inform NCP on the length of stay upon arrival to avoid incurring short-stay rates. Wheelchair push and provision, and help with baggage before check in, is available free of charge to disabled passengers. Passengers requiring assistance should contact the airline prior to travel.

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Airport Conference and Business Facilities

The Aberdeen Airport Thistle Hotel (tel: +44 (0)1224 725 252) has conference facilities for up to 500 delegates and a boardroom for rent (tel: +44 (0)1224 725 757). The Speedbird Inn (tel: +44 (0)1224 772 884) can hold 20 delegates in its conference room. There is a Servisair Executive Lounge (tel: +44 (0)1224 722 331) after security in the central Departures area, near Gate 1, with credit card telephone, fax and internet facilities. Access is via a lift. There are also airline lounges situated in the Departures areas.

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Directions

The airport can be reached via the access road, which is signposted from the A96 Aberdeen-Inverness road. The airport is on the A947 at Dyce.

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Avis, Europcar, Hertz and National/Alamo desks are located in the terminal building. Other car hire companies can be contacted via the airport information desk.

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