Airports in Europe

Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD):www.aena.es is located 8 miles from the city.

To / from the airport: The airport is served by regular buses, the metro system and taxis. The airport bus connects to the Plaza de Colon, departing from the Arrivals level of each terminal every 15 minutes day and night. Trains run daily, linking to the city and stations connected to the main rail network. There are official taxi stands outside each terminal, and visitors are advised to use these rather than unofficial taxis. Journey time to the city center is around half an hour.

Facilities: Facilities at the airport include banks, currency exchange, ATMs, shops, restaurants and bars, chapels, business centers, a post office and pharmacies. The new Terminal 4 has a Turkish bath, and foot spa and hydro-massage area. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should contact their airline or travel agent in advance.

Malaga International Airport (AGP):www.aena.es is located 5 miles southwest of the city center.

To / from the airport: Buses, trains and taxis all serve Malaga airport. A bus leaving to the city departs every half hour and there are also buses to Marbella departing every 45 minutes. Taxis outside the airport add airport carrying charges and take approximately 20 minutes to reach the city. There are trains to Malaga, Torremolinos and Fuengirola that depart every 30 minutes.

Facilities: Facilities at the airport include a bank, ATMs, bureau de change, restaurants and bars, shops, a post office, the National Museum of Air Navigation and Transport and a VIP lounge.

Malta International (MLA) (Luqa):www.maltairport.com is located 3 miles south of Valletta.

To / from the airport: Buses depart regularly to and from Valletta City Gate. There is a regular service to the main bus terminal in Valletta. There is a full, 24-hour, taxi service to all parts of Malta; fares are charged at a fixed rate

Facilities:Incoming and outgoing duty-free shops, car rental, bank, bureau de change, lost luggage and restaurant/bar.

Manchester Airport (MAN):www.manchesterairport.co.uk is located 10 miles southwest of Manchester.

To / from the airport: Manchester Airport's new rail, coach and bus interchange, known as The Station, is connected to all three terminals via the Skylink moving walkway system. Trains operate to Manchester Airport from many stations in northern England and the Midlands. Taxis are available outside or near the Arrivals hall of each terminal. The airport's bus network provides direct services to many local centers, as well as to other towns and cities.

Facilities: Duty-free shops, WiFi access, restaurants/bars, bureau de change, and a nursery and children's area.

Milan Linate International Airport (LIN):www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/eng/ is located 4 miles east of Milan..

To / from the airport: Bus service runs daily; there is also a shuttle bus to Milan Malpensa Airport Terminal 1, on the other side of the city. There is an airport coach service which runs to the Air Terminal at Milan Central Station. Taxis are available outside the Arrivals level.

Facilities:Bank/bureau de change, rental car, shops VIP lounges, a children's play area and a travel agency.

Milan Linate International Airport (LIN):www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/eng/ is 4 miles east of Milan.

To / from the airport: Buses run to and from the airport daily. There is an airport coach service which runs to the Air Terminal at Milan Central Station. Taxis are available outside the Arrivals level.

Facilities:Bank/bureau de change, rental car, shops and a travel agency.

Munich International Airport (MUC):www.munich-airport.de is located 18 miles northeast of the city center.

To / from the airport: Frequent commuter trains run by day and most of the night to various Munich stations, including the main stations for connections to major European cities. Taxis are available, as are buses to many regional destinations and the main train station. It takes about 20 minutes by train and about 45 minutes by road to reach the city center.

Facilities: The airport has several restaurants and bars, duty free and other shops, shower facilities and a pharmacy. ATMs and currency exchange desks are available in Arrivals and Departures. Disabled facilities are good; passengers with special needs should contact their airline in advance.

Naples International Airport (NAP):www.naples-airport.com is located 4 miles northeast of Naples.

To / from the airport: ANM buses run to Napoli Centrale railway station). Alibus shuttle buses also run to Napoli Centrale railway station and then to Piazza Municipio in the center of Naples. Taxis are available from outside the Arrivals area.

Facilities:Bank/bureau de change, rental car, duty-free shops, a Red Cross medical center, restaurants, bars, cafés and snack bars at the airport.

Newcastle (NCL):www.newcastleairport.com is 6 miles northwest of the city center.

To/from the airport: The Tyne and Wear Metro connects the Newcastle area with the airport. The nearest railway station is Newcastle Central, 7 miles from the airport, linked by the Metro. Local bus services run. Taxis are available (journey time to city center – 15 to 20 minutes).

Facilities: Newcastle Airport has shops, bars and restaurants, other facilities include a bank, bureau de change, ATMs, left luggage, baby care rooms, and a children's play area. There is a business facility in the main terminal equipped with fax, photocopier and Internet access.