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Newcastle International Airport (NCL)

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Newcastle upon Tyne

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"Departure from here has never been a pleasant experience."(5 Tips)
"Gregg's great value no airport rip off prices"(4 Tips)
"Great small airport .. Fast and quiet.."(5 Tips)
"Friendly, clean and efficient, flying hippo do great brekkies"(3 Tips)

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Michael DJFebruary 13, 2015
I LOVE NCL airport. Breeze through security, friendliest staff anywhere in the world and great shopping - ohhhh and a cool pub with great cold beer - tad early for me though !
Stephen WaddingtonSeptember 2, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Great airport. You'll get from the front door to airside within 10 minutes without rushing. Recommend pre-booking car parking. Park and fly service is great.
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Edmund RudderDecember 26, 2017
Departure has had a complete new refurb. A good duty free shop that follows along the lines of the major airports and has descent restaurant and bars as well as the usual Burger King and cheap eats.
Nabil BinmngashJune 11, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Small airport but very nice. The shop that sell perfumes inside the airport is the cheapest I have came across in the whole of western european countries !!!
Thomas SidneyApril 14, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Really good airport. The sizes of the planes are getting really big. Including the Emirates 777. I normally plane spot here but it's quick and easy to go through. The lounge is very nice.
Assyl TobakabulovJuly 3, 2015
Lovely airport for international flights. The cheapest way to get to the city is metro inside. Although Budget taxi is cheap as well.
Thisara De SilvaJanuary 19, 2015
This airport is a small one, which is really cool and easy for you :) very simple and love it
Assyl TobakabulovJuly 6, 2015
Pss! If you're travelling to Belfast, there's a perfect way to go to Dublin without visa while you're there. Just buy return train ticket at Belfast Central Station.
Peter Heron Estate AgentsDecember 10, 2013
If you are picking someone up and leaving by Metro, get your ticket prior to the arrivals to avoid the queues ad potentially missing a metro!
T HNovember 6, 2021
Been here 25+ times
Smaller regional airport dominated by package holiday flights. Limited number of destinations compared to larger airports. Connection flights often needed if not travelling to popular holiday resorts.
Paolo MissierJuly 5, 2014
If you are getting dropped off look for 15' free option by short term car park. Well hidden but it's there. Then it's 2 mins walk to terminal
Martin MillsMay 8, 2014
One of the best beer selections in any airport in the uk.
Doug BelshawMarch 3, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Leaving early morning? Most of the Starbucks food likely to be a little stale. Try the breakfast pot and toasted fruit bread! :-)
Farplace Animal RescueFebruary 26, 2012
Choice for veggie and vegan passengers almost non existent so avoid the catering at the airport and bring your own snacks.
Matt BMarch 4, 2014
Been here 25+ times
No free wifi but if you buy a drink from the bar you can ask for a free 30 minute access code.
Bardia K.December 29, 2016
Relatively easy and friendly airport. Expect to wait >30 mins at immigration if non-EU. Also, bring paper boarding pass. Was told (first time ever) that mobile unacceptable if not using official app.
Irene PasquinelliApril 20, 2017
Easy to reach thanks to the metro, fast security and friendly staff!
Sandro Di SimplicioOctober 22, 2016
Been here 100+ times
Nice airport, quick security, people are helpful. Nice bunch of shops
Andy HudsonApril 26, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Use the Greggs before you go through to departures - much cheaper than the choice of food once you're through.
Peter Heron Estate AgentsDecember 10, 2013
For a quick inexpensive coffee, pop along to Greggs next to the International Arrivals point.
Jay MoussaMarch 21, 2013
Don't plan breakfast here with your best friend unless you're both travelling. The best restaurants are in the dep lounge
Alex CurielDecember 19, 2018
Quite a small airport but very clean and sometimes a bit busy with people!
Anders MellbrattApril 13, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Some of the most diligent security staff works here! 1) No water for baby allowed and 2) my plastic zip lock bag for fluids was the wrong type (right size!) = had to be replaced! Feel safe now! :((
Jim HaysomFebruary 8, 2013
Go through Duty Free in Departures, there's so much more to see, eat and drink.
Christos ZervasJuly 30, 2016
Cosy and relaxing environment, friendly staff & provision, large & clean bathrooms!
Tom BewickDecember 29, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Vefy little to do airside at the moment cos of the refurbishment. Come through security as late as you can
Mark FlynnFebruary 28, 2012
Usually some good specials in the duty free shop. But check against high street prices. Eagle Bar makes a reasonable burger.
T HMarch 28, 2013
Been here 25+ times
When Gregg's is the best food on offer, you know there's something wrong.
Andrew BaggaleyApril 1, 2017
Been here 25+ times
Easy would walk around good shops and good places to eat.
Aoife RossNovember 22, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Renting a car? I'd recommend Enterprise. Great service and super prices. Located five minutes walk from Arrivals.
john claytonAugust 3, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Hungry Hippo does cracking breakfast the light hippo is 4 quid cheaper than standard and get the same
meg jamesJune 29, 2014
amazing local ales and veggie nachos at the beer house!
Stephen MohammedDecember 4, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Do us all a favor and take your damn belt off, empty your pockets of coins and keys, remove all liquids, take off anything that resembles a coat, shoes, boots off too please. Is that a watch? Off!
Debbie FDecember 26, 2011
Only 10 minutes by taxi from Newcastle city centre & 10 minutes through check in & security. Has to be one of the quickest in the world!
Marina PiApril 23, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Smoking area in the beer house.ask for the code from the bar when you order
Elizabeth BFebruary 8, 2013
Been here 25+ times
To reach many of the gates you have to walk through the fragrance shop. Woe be unto those who have asthma or allergies. :-(
Paul StokesAugust 8, 2014
If you want a coffee quickly avoid the so called express bar at Caffe Ritazza
K BOctober 26, 2023
Small airport -quick to get through security, plenty of shops but no working wifi was a problem
john claytonJuly 20, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Friendly, clean and efficient, flying hippo do great brekkies
CINDY DAUGHERTYMarch 12, 2020
The airport has bases for Great North Air Ambulance and NPAS
TurgutMay 15, 2013
if you want to smoke go upstairs and ask for eagle bar.
Tom RussellDecember 13, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Despite some of the comments left on tips this really is a good airport. Getting through is quick and easy and the people here are genuinely friendly and pleasant. It's not Heathrow, thank goodness.
Jonathan DJune 11, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Flying Easyjet but don't want to fork out for rip off speedy boarding. Wait at the WH Smith at the bottom of the stairs for the gate to be announced. You will be one of the first at the gate.
Shona MorrisonFebruary 19, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Hide a penny in your shoe and get a free massage at security.
Muhamamd Yassar KhattakAugust 13, 2014
Parking payment machines are in the terminal building, not in the car park where they should be. U can pay at the exit if using pick up/drop off lane.
Janneke BoekhorstOctober 23, 2013
Don't shop for food if you just enter the lounge after customs. If you walk through the tax free store the're a lot of more restaurants.
T HMarch 28, 2017
Been here 25+ times
Small provincial airport. Lackadaisical staff and service.
Tom RussellSeptember 15, 2011
Been here 100+ times
If several planes come in at once the queue for passport control can be very long indeed!
Paul SteeleApril 19, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Great small airport .. Fast and quiet.. No rushing or long walks
Dylan McKeeSeptember 14, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Starbucks is only available before security if you need your latte fix.

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