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Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)

Location: The airport is situated seven miles (11km) northwest of Aberdeen.
Time: GMT (GMT +1 between last Sunday in March and Saturday before last Sunday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +44 (0)870 040 0006.
Getting to the city: Aberdeen and Inverness train services run from the local station at Dyce, which is just a short taxi ride from the airport. The main line station is in Aberdeen city centre where there are frequent services to all parts of Scotland and England. Regular bus services operate from the airport to Aberdeen city centre for appriximately £1.50-1.70, and takes roughly 30 minutes. Services are less frequent at weekends than on weekdays.
Car rental: Car hire companies represented at the airport include Avis, Europcar, Hertz and National/Alamo. Other off-airport operators can be contacted via the airport information desk. Hired cars can be collected on Broomfield Road, and dropped off at Car Rental Ready and Return.
Airport Taxis: Comcab taxis are available outside the terminal, where a taxi marshaller will assist you in finding a cab. Taxis can be pre-booked via the Comcab Website, and arranged at the Comcab booking office to the right upon entry to the terminal. The journey to the city centre takes approximately 25 minutes in light traffic, and costs roughly £15.
Facilities: Facilities include left luggage, a bureau de change, bars, a duty free shop, business facilities, play area and several restaurants. There are no smoking facilities in the airport. The Servisair Executive Lounge is located on the first floor past security and can be prebooked online. Other airport lounges include the British Airways Terraces Lounge and the Eastern Airways Lounge, which is located near Gate 10. There are several internet cafes around the airport both before and after security, and wi-fi services operated by Boingo.
Parking: There is short-term parking at Aberdeen Airport within walking distance of the terminal, ranging from £1 for 15 minutes to £8.40 for four hours. Long-term parking at Aberdeen Airport can be accessed by a free shuttle from the terminal; it costs £9 per day and there is a two-day minimum stay.
Airport hotels: Hotels adjacent to the airport include the Speedbird Inn and Thistle Aberdeen Airport Hotel, while there are a number of others in the immediate area.
Departure Tax: None.
Website: www.aberdeenairport.com
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Edinburgh International Airport (EDI)

Location: The airport is eight miles (13km) west of Edinburgh.
Time: GMT (GMT +1 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +44 0)844 481 8989.
Getting to the city: Airlink 100 buses connect between the airport and the city centre every 10 minutes, from early morning until after midnight, and cost £3.50 (calling at the Waverley and Haymarket train stations); the journey takes approximately 25 minutes. There are many alternative buses including Night bus N22, Service 35 and Airdirect 747, that run to the city centre via a couple of stops en route. Stops for public buses are situated at stand 18 on the terminal forecourt road outside the UK Arrivals Hall. The designated taxi rank is also outside the UK Arrivals Hall beside the coach park. Car rental companies are also available.
Car rental: There is a new car rental centre located next to the parking area, connected to the terminal by a covered walkway. Car rental companies include Alamo, Avis, Europcar, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz and National.
Airport Taxis: The taxi ranks for airport taxis and city black cabs are outside the east end of the airport terminal. The drive to the city centre takes approximately 25 minutes and costs about £18.50. Taxi arrangements are managed by Onward Travel.
Facilities: Facilities at the airport include ATMs, a bureau de change, shops, pharmacy, wi-fi, children's play area, baby change rooms, restaurants and bars. The Servicair Executive Lounge is available to departing passengers on the first floor past security, bookings can be made online via the airport's website. OHM Therapies is located near Gate 7 and offers a range of massages. The airport also has an art gallery displaying Scottish works near Gate 12. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.
Parking: A multilevel car park is located just across from the terminal building; pricing is £1 for 10 minutes, £5 for 20 minutes, £7 for an hour, and £9 per hour thereafter. The long-term car park is a few minutes away; a courtesy bus ferries passengers to the terminal. The airport offers Fast Track parking for speedy terminal access. There are discounts available if parking is pre-booked; book online or call +44 (0)121 410 5105.
Airport hotels: There Hilton and Quality Hotels are located adjacent to the airport. There are a number of other hotels within the city centre.
Departure Tax: None.
Website: www.edinburghairport.com
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Glasgow Airport (GLA)

Location: The airport is located eight miles (13km) west of Glasgow, off junction 28 of the M8 motorway.
Time: GMT (GMT +1 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +44 (0)870 040 0008.
Transfer between terminals: A covered walkway connects the terminals.
Getting to the city: Buses leave regularly for Glasgow, stopping off at the main railway and bus stations. The journey to the city centre takes 15 to 20 minutes. There are also eight trains per hour from Paisley Gilmour Street Station to Glasgow Central Station, which is one mile from the airport and can be reached by taxi or by regular bus services from bus stop bay 1, just outside the terminal building. Taxis are available outside the terminal 24 hours a day, with only those licensed by the Renfrewshire Council allowed to operate. The taxi fare from Glasgow Airport to Glasgow city centre is approximately £20-22.
Car rental: Alamo, Avis, Europcar, Hertz and National are represented at the airport.
Airport Taxis: Taxis licensed by the Renfrewshire Council are available 24 hours a day at the taxi rank opposite the main terminal. They are obligated to metre the journey, and the approximate fare to the Glasgow City Centre is £20-22.
Facilities: Facilities at Glasgow Airport include ATMs, a bureau de change, a post office, and many shops, bars and restaurants. A business centre in the terminal offers meeting rooms, secretarial support, telephones, fax machines and internet connectivity. There is a Relaxation Station past security offering massages, and a Skylounge with facilities for business and entertainment, which can be booked via the airport's website. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs are advised to inform their airline or travel agent in advance. There is a multi-faith prayer room in the international arrivals terminal on the ground floor. There are no smoking facilities in the airport.
Parking: Short-term parking is located near the terminal, charging roughly £4 per hour. Long-term parking is £9.90 for the first day and £8 per day thereafter. Premium business parking is also available. The airport offers Fast Track Parking for speedy access to the terminal, located on level 2 of Car park 2. Parking can be booked in advance via the airport website.
Airport hotels: There are several convenient hotels adjacent to the airport, including the Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport, and the Ramada Glasgow Airport. Hotels and transfers can be booked via the airport's website.
Departure Tax: None.
Website: www.glasgowairport.com
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Stornoway Airport (SYY)

Location: 2.3 miles (3.7 km) east of Stornoway, on the Isle of Lewis
Time: GMT (GMT +1 between last Sunday in March and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +44 (0)1851 702256.
Getting to the city: The airport bus service leaves for Stornoway town at regular intervals throughout the day, from Monday to Saturday.
Car rental: Car and van rental is available at the airport from Stornoway Car Hire and advance booking is advised.
Airport Taxis: There are taxis available at the airport and visitors should call the help desk to make an advance booking.
Facilities: Airport facilities include a shop, café and bar, as well as pay phones, TVs, broadband Internet and postal facilities.
Parking: There is free short- and long-term parking available at the airport.
Website: www.hial.co.uk/stornoway-airport
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Inverness Airport (INV)

Location: The airport is in Dalcross, eight miles (13km) from downtown Inverness.
Time: GMT (GMT +1 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October).
Parking: Short-term parking at Inverness Airport, next to the terminal building, is free for the first 20 minutes, then starts at £2.80 per hour up to £9.70 for 12-24 hours. Long-term parking is available in a separate lot to the right of the terminal building for £5.40 per day.
Website: www.invernessairport.com
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