Akron-Canton Airport (CAK)

Overview

Akron-Canton Regional Airport is one of the fastest-growing airports in the Midwest, gaining in popularity due to its reputation for friendly and efficient service. The facility is small, but conveniently-located in Summit County, Ohio, 10 miles (16km) from both Akron and Canton and only 40 miles (65km) from Cleveland.

The facility only handles domestic flights, but there are cheap flights to Akron-Canton Regional Airport from many US cities, including Atlanta, Boston, New York City, Chicago, Detroit, Charlotte, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, and many others.

Location

The airport is located between Akron and Canton, about 15 miles (24km) southeast of Akron.

Getting to the city

The Akron Metro bus service is available from the airport to the city centre and to a number of other nearby towns and cities. Taxi services and rental cars are also available.

Time

GMT -5 (GMT -4 from mid-March to the first Sunday in November).

Car rental

Car rental companies represented at the airport include Avis, Alamo, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise and National.

Airport Taxis

A number of taxi companies operate from the airport, with most accepting both cash and major credit cards. Taxis are metered.

Facilities

Airport facilities include restaurants, fast food outlets, free wifi, shops, a business centre, massage chairs, and a children's play area.

Parking

Short-term parking at Akron-Canton Airport costs roughly $2 per hour, up to $15 per day, while weekly rates are available in the long-term ($66 per week) and economy ($54 per week) parking lots. There is a free waiting area for drivers picking up or dropping off passengers.

Website

www.akroncantonairport.com

Airlines

Flights to Akron-Canton Regional Airport are available on many national airlines, including AirTran, SkyWest Airlines, US Airways Express, Delta, Atlantic Southeast Airlines, United Express, Air Wisconsin, Pinnacle Airlines, and Frontier Airlines.

Internet

There is free wifi access throughout Akron-Canton Airport.

Business Lounges

Akron-Canton Regional Airport's Ohio Desk Business Centre offers computer terminals with printing and internet services for business travellers, and there are conference facilities at the airport.

Akron-Canton Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.