Holidays from Newcastle Airport are something to shout about, as Britain's leading regional airport and the largest in the North East, expect the very best. Named the world's most punctual for on-time performance and with 80 direct destinations to choose from, Newcastle Airport is ready and waiting to take you on your next adventure.
Costing £35,000 to build, there are enough shops and restaurants to make those couple of hours before your flight an absolute pleasure.
Opening on the 26th July 1935 by the Secretary of State for Air, Sir Phillip Cunliffe-Lister and handling around five million travellers each year, you're in expert hands when heading on holidays from Newcastle Airport. They also proudly sponsor Newcastle United Foundation and Sunderland AFC Foundation of Light, ensuring that young people and families across the North East are informed on areas such as health, sports and teamwork.
Community and charity play a huge part of this airport's history, in fact, they're even in partnership with the Ponteland Red Squirrels group to monitor the squirrel activity on site. Newcastle Airport has just one runway with the first scheduled flight was between Croydon and Perth - one of the regions greatest success stories.
Sending you to dream destinations is this airports speciality, and when working with top airlines such as Thomson and Thomas Cook you know you'll only experiences the best of the best. Prepare to sink your toes into the soft sands of Majorca, head on a girly getaway to Tenerife or hit up Mexico ready for Spring Break. Flying away to All Inclusive holidays from Newcastle Airport is simply unforgettable. You'll discover the world with over 80 destinations to explore, get your bucket-list at the ready.
Skip the hustle and bustle and purchase a fast track to get you swiftly through to the departure lounge, you'll then be welcomed by nine bars and 11 shops including the World of Duty Free. Pick up last minute buys or holiday treats and gifts with everything from fashion accessories, spirits, fragrances and confectionery. Thanks to the trusty shop and collect program you can buy as many goodies as you like without the worry of excess baggage. It couldn't be easier, just make your purchases and they'll be stored safely whilst you're sipping sangrias in the sun, then simply pick them up when you return to the airport. It'll come in handy once you've discovered shops like Accessorize Boots, JD and Namco.
Looking to escape? The Aspire Lounge has the perfect pre-flight drink waiting for you. Enjoy unlimited internet access, light snacks and a nice cold beverage. It's the ideal hide out for the kids too, thanks to the new Airside Andy Play Pod – child friendly tablets loaded with a range of exciting games. If you fancy an upgrade you can always head to the Aspire Plus Lounge which is exclusively for adults. There are private rooms with premium Wi-Fi for those looking to work while they wait. And if you have one of those early morning flights, the snooze pods have you covered, containing a private smart TV with on-demand services.
When you're not soaking up that free airport internet looking for your next cheap holidays from Newcastle Airport, you could be catching up on that much needed R&R. Introducing you to the Aerospa – the airport beauty lounge where you can be pampered from head to toe. You'll be holiday prepped in no time, from hair styling, waxing, massages and manicures.
Lying in the heart of the North East, getting to the airport has never been easier. Sitting by the A1, you have the perfect access from both the north and south leading you directly to the airport. It's simple, just pop in the Newcastle Airport postcode NE13 8BZ into your sat-nav and let your holiday begin. There are plenty of car parking options to suit your length of travel and budget, with everything from fast track, meet and greet and express parking. It can be as simple as handing your keys to one of the trusted chauffeurs. If your chosen car park isn't directly outside the terminal, you'll either be a short walk away or a five to 10-minute shuttle bus journey.
Thanks to the official taxi service, even last minute holidays to Newcastle Airport are simple with this reliable and efficient service. It's exclusive to the airport and the only taxi service that can pick you up or drop you off immediately outside the terminal building, great for those of you whose holiday starts the minute to lock the front door.
With fantastic connections to the North East rail network, you can expect trains every 12 minutes from Newcastle Central Station. Once arriving, you'll need to head to the Metro station under the train station and board a metro on the green line taking you directly to the airport. Cyclists will be pleased to know that free cycle parking is just opposite the international arrivals.
In preparation for those of you who have early flights, there is a 4* hotel situated directly across from the terminal. You'll find the Double Tree Hilton Hotel will be your sleeping buddy with signature chocolate chip cookies on arrival. You're in close proximity to the Metro links across Tyne and Wear too, giving you the perfect opportunity to explore Newcastle's finest. Not to mention with their sleep, park and fly packages, your holiday from Newcastle Airport has everything taken care of.
There are plenty of hotels and B&Bs just a short drive away too. From the Britannia Hotel to the Premier Inn, you'll never be far away from starting your dream holiday.