Akron-Canton Regional Airport is located in Green City in Summit County, just outside Akron, Ohio. The airport has only two runways, but is one of the Midwest’s fastest-growing airports. The cozy size of this airport and its close proximity to Cleveland make it a popular choice with locals and travelers.
Akron-Canton Airport has a wide range of shopping opportunities, restaurants, coffee shops and snack bars both before and after security checks.
Akron-Canton only handles domestic flights within the USA. The airport is a growing hub for domestic travel within Ohio. Cheap flights to Akron-Canton Airport can be booked on AirTran Airways as well as SkyWest, Delta, Atlantic Southeast Airlines as well as US Airways Express.
This ever-growing airport is fast becoming the most popular airport in Ohio and, because of its friendly staff, smooth and efficient security procedures and clean premises, it has a far better reputation than that of Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, which is a mere 64km (40 miles) to the north, but includes far more hassle with its reputation for large crowds and long queues.
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There is only one terminal and the wings branching off the terminal are within easy walking distance.
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Train: The Metro runs a service from the airport five times a day to Cascade Plaza in downtown Akron: two in the morning, one at 1pm and another two between 6pm and 7pm. Fares start at $1.25 per ride.
Bus: Buses No. 81 (Monday to Friday) and 81L (Saturdays) operate between the airport and both Akron and Canton. There is no bus service on Sundays. Tickets are $1.50.
Taxi: There are taxis available from the airport. Fares start at $3 and increase by $2-4 per mile depending on how many passengers and bags you have.
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Free parking is available in the Free Waiting Area for pick-ups and drop-offs. Frequent travelers can apply for a Fast Pass, which allows easy access to the airport’s car parks and is linked to your credit card. For other passengers there are both short and long-term parking options available. Short-term parking goes up to $13 dollars for 24 hours. Long-term parking costs $45 per week; the economy car park is $35 per week because it is located further away from the terminal, but is served by a shuttle bus.
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Money and communications: The airport has two ATMs, one in the main atrium and the other next to the gift shop.
Luggage: Lost baggage is dealt with by individual airlines. There is also a general lost and found center at the airport. No luggage-storage facilities are available.
Conference and business: The Ohio Desk Business Center (with computer, printing, fax and Internet facilities) is available for passengers needing to work while traveling. There are no conference facilities available at the airport.
Other facilities: Akron-Canton Regional Airport has a number of facilities ranging from gift shops and the Great Lakes Brewing Co., to first-aid advice and helpful information desk personnel.
Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal. It’s as simple as switching on your laptop and opening your internet browser.
Shopping: The Akron-Canton is a regional airport so there is no duty-free store in the terminal. The gift shop is open from 4:15am until 8pm.
Food and drink: There are numerous fast-food and dining options such as Subway, JJ’s Sports Bar and Cinnabon, as well as Arby’s and the Great Lakes Brewing Co. Most of the diners and restaurants close between 7pm and 8pm, however the snack bar in the departures area is open from 4:30am until the last scheduled flight has departed.
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