Popular Airport | Poznan Lawica Henryk Wieniawski Airport |
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Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 12 hour |
Approximate Travel Distance | 9648 Km |
Situated in the Metro Marina District, composed of many cities, Manila, the capital of the Philippines, is the city with the largest population in the country. The city of Manila is divided into sixteen towns. These include Malate, the hotel district, the tourist-driven entertainment district Ermita, Intramuros reflecting the city's historic charm, San Miguel and Sampaloc with their universities, and Paco, which is predominantly the center of business. Manila is the most developed city in the Philippines, with regards to transportation, business and education. At the same time, Manila is a very pleasant choice for tourists with its green nature and unique islands.
This city is home to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. In Manila, the most commonly used means of public transportation within the city are rail system and buses. In addition to traditional means of urban transport, there are also public transportation systems peculiar to the Philippines, such as phaetons, three-wheel vehicles and minibuses. When you use public transport in the city, you can take advantage of single use tickets, or the special tickets that you can load money on.
We advise you to buy these special tickets, especially if you travel frequently, so that you can avoid the long ques to buy ticket every time. You can check the departure times of the vehicles from the internet, but we recommend that you do not depend on these hours too much. Buses usually do not stick to these schedules. At the same time, as public transportation vehicles are often crowded, it is useful to pay attention to your valuable goods during your trip. If you want to travel faster and more practically, you can also use taxis, and bicycles and phaetons that work like taxis. Since the tourist areas and entertainment venues in the city are close to each other, it is possible to reach some places by foot. In addition, you can travel to many different coastal cities in Metro Manila by the ferries that you can take from the port area near the Pasig River, located in the Manila Bay.
As an alternative to traveling to neighboring cities, you can also use intercity buses and train lines. More options are available in the city center to provide transportation to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. It is possible to reach the airport from various parts of the city by buses or Jeepneys, which are used as minibuses. There are also taxi or car rental options to access the airport. One of the most serious problems at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport is that there is no regular connection between the terminals. There are four terminals in the airport, but the connection between them is provided by vehicles; a way that is not common in many other airports. For this reason, it is necessary to pay attention to which terminal you should get off when you travel to the airport. If you get off at the wrong terminal you may need to take a bus or Jeepney again. While Terminal 1 is used for international flights, Terminal 2 is reserved for the flights of Philippine Airlines. Terminal 3 is used for domestic flights and Terminal 4 is for eligible flights and, in some cases, international flights.
Buses, passing through many areas of the city, take the passengers to the stations at the exit of the arrival gates of the airport. You may need to transfer to a train, where the airport buses do not pass through. You should keep in mind that airport buses are very crowded during heavy traffic hours. The buses that go to the airport from the area where you are located usually change, and they travel around many parts of the city changing their routes, especially at busy times. Buses are one of the most preferred means of urban transport. Bus lines are an important public transport option throughout the city, especially for travelling to the points that trains cannot reach.
The land vehicles which have large capacities, called as jeepney, are used as a means of public transport. As with many public transports, Jeepneys can be overcrowded. Jeepney, the most popular public transportation system in the country, has also become a traditional symbol of the Philippines with its unique style of decoration. These vehicles provide transportation services to many of the areas you want to go in the city.
If you want to use a cheap, fast and practical means of public transport that is not affected by the traffic jam, train is the best option. Nevertheless, trains are as crowded as all other means of public transport. Trains, known as LRT (Light Rail Transit System), travel throughout the entire Metro Manila region, including Manila. Although it uses a light rail system, the LRT lines are similar to the system that the metro uses. Although the train lines do not provide a direct service to the airport, most buses and jeepneys to the airport offer connections from these train lines.
There are two different train lines. The green line, LRT 1, starts at Baclaran Station, in the southernmost part of city, and travels up to the Roosevelt Station, in the north of the city, following the road by the Manila Bay, in the west of the city. The blue line, LRT 2, runs parallel to the Pasig River, traveling to west from the east, linking LRT 1 and MRT (metro) lines.
Metro does not provide a direct transport service to the airport, as in the case of the trains. It is possible to transfer to the buses to the airport from some metro stations. The Metro is known as the MRT (Metro Rail Transit System) and operates similarly to the light rail system. The MRT line is known as the third (yellow) line, as the continuation of the LRT 1 and LRT 2 lines. With this line, you can transfer to LRT 1 line at Roosevelt Station. From the North Avenue Station, which is the first stop on this line, you can travel to the south of the city in the east direction, and transfer to Taft Avenue Station, the southern tip of the green line, on the southernmost part of the city. So the LRT 1 and MRT lines draw a circle around the city and the LRT 2 line connects these two lines, from the very center of this circle.
The heavy rail system operating with a single carriage engine, called railcar, is also known as the orange line, PNR (Philippine National Railways), among the rail systems in the Philippines. These vehicles depart every half an hour and are usually preferred for transportation between neighboring cities in Metro Manila region.
In the Philippines, all means of public transportation are crowded; this is why it cannot be said that public transport provides a fast and comfortable transportation service. For this reason, taxis are one of the most comfortable options for airport transportation from the city. However, taxi fares are very high compared to public transportation. Taxis that are especially serving to the hotels can charge higher fares compared to ordinary taxis, so we advise you not to trust the taxis in general. Especially drivers who do not open the taximeter can charge much more than normal fare.
In addition to the standard taxis, there also taxis known as Pedicabs; these are bikes mounted in cabins for two. These are much more affordable than standard taxis, but they usually work at short distances and their safety can be questioned. So these do not offer a convenient option to go to the airport.
If you are in a region where you are having difficulty reaching public transport, you can also use three-wheeled taxis, called Tricycle. Tricycle and Pedicab vehicles have stations in the city center. If you wish, you can use these to get to the city center, and continue your trip from here by transferring to other vehicles.
Another option for quick and practical transportation to the airport is renting a car. Especially if you are going to spend time in the city before going to the airport, we recommend you to rent a car. It is possible to find a car from the Rent a Car offices located in the city center. You can also reserve your car online in advance. However, we remind you that the traffic inside the city can sometimes be very cramped.
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is an airport serving not only to Manila, but to all cities in Metro Manila region. Known as the largest airport in the Philippines, Ninoy Aquino cannot please its passengers in terms of service provided.
The fact that it is not possible to travel between the terminals on foot can lead to serious troubles in transportation. In addition, due to organizational shortcomings, flight annulations and delays are frequent. Within the airport, each terminal has ATMs and machines to exchange money. In Terminal 1, which is also used for international flights, there are two duty-free shops where you can find quality favors, as well as many cafes, restaurants and bars.
Passengers who plan to fly domestically within the Philippines can spend time in a large four-storey shopping mall linked to Terminal 3 while they are waiting for their flight.
Poznan, one of the liveliest cities in Poland, is also one of the important cultural, educational and trade centers of the region. The city is built on the banks of the Warta River, and attracts a large number of visitors due to the influence of universities and other educational institutions. The annual theater festival and the Poznan Classical Music Festival are among the city's most popular activities.
The airport in Poznan, about 7 kilometers west of the city center, connects the city to other cities in Poland and the world. Those who want to get to and from the airport and the city center by private vehicle or rented car can find their way without difficulty in the city. Those who follow the Poznan city center signs using the A2 route in the city can reach the center of the city from the airport in a short time. It is also possible to travel to Warsaw, the capital of the country, by using this route again.
If you want to get to the city center by public transport, there are buses going from the airport to different parts of the city. Once you have left the terminal building you can take one of the Poznan taxis waiting for you at the door, rent a limousine or use the hotel's shuttle if yours offer one.
The taxi fares in the city are not very high, just like in the rest of Poland. Moreover, the fact that the city center is located very close to the airport allows taxis to take a step forward. Taxis usually have a taximeter, but you may also have an idea about the average amount you will pay to the city center by talking to the driver before you start your journey. Thanks to the car rental services at the airport, you can rent a car from here as soon as you land and can continue your journey with your own car.
Another alternative in the city is the limousines. The reason why the limousines, which are more expensive than the other transportation means of the city, are preferred is to have a more convenient and prestigious transportation opportunity.
There are also many privileged services waiting for passengers traveling from Poznan Airport, which is a medium-sized airport. At the airport cafes and restaurants, where you can taste the most delicious alternatives from Poland and world cuisine, and duty free shops are located.
In private passenger lounges you can enjoy special treats, read your newspaper or magazine, connect to the internet or relax in comfortable seats and sip your drink while waiting for your plane. The conference halls located at the airport provide a great comfort and convenience especially for business visitors. You can contact the airport before your travel if you wish to take advantage of these facilities offered to passengers at different capacities.
Buses, which are the first alternative from Poznan Airport to the city center, are also very economical at the same time. You can travel to different parts of the city by buses, which are departing from the bus stops that are a few steps away from the airport terminal building.
You can travel between Port Lotniczy - Dworzec Glowny with the line from the airport to the city center. In addition to this express service line, buses 59 and 48, which depart from the airport, can easily take you to the city in a short time.
Bus 59 departs right in front of terminal T3, while bus 48 departs from Wyszeborska Street, 200 meters from the terminal.
You can buy bus tickets from the newspaper kiosk on both the arriving and departing passenger terminals. Tickets can also be picked up from the stops in front of the airport's passenger terminal and from automatic ticket machines. And if you use it, you can also pay with different mobile payment systems and easily get your bus ticket.
There are thirteen stops from the airport to the city center and the journey takes about 30 minutes. Although the buses are among the most economical and convenient means of transportation, buses are not as comfortable as taxi, car rental and hotel shuttles. Especially if you are traveling with children and heavy equipment, you can consider different options besides the bus.
Another alternative you can use for transportation between the airport and city center in the city is the taxi. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi from Poznan Airport to the city center. And the price you pay for this distance is not too high. If you come to the city with heavy equipment or if you arrive late in the night, taxis would be the best option for you.
Get in one of the taxi cabs waiting for passengers in front of the T3 terminal of the airport and enjoy the fast and easy way to get to where you are going. Drivers of airport taxis usually speak English. However, you still have to write your address on a piece of paper before the ride; it will make your job much easier.
It would be much more advantageous for you to make the payment with the zloty which is the currency of Poland. If you do not have zloty, you can exchange money from the exchange office at the airport after your plane has landed, then you can take a taxi to get to the city center.
Renting a car in the city is also a fast and highly advantageous alternative. Moreover, compared with many European cities, car rental rates are very low in Poznan. You can start exploring the city with your own vehicle by choosing the model you want from companies such as Hertz, AVIS, Europcar, Sixt, Budget and Awos24 located on the airport terminal.
To reach the city center you can follow the signposts of Poznan city center by taking the A2 road. Driving here is very pleasant and extremely comfortable due to the regular routes of the city and the quiet traffic.
If you have booked your car via internet before coming to the city, you can take your car without waiting any queue. One of the most important requirements of renting a car in the city is to have the driver's certificate as it is in many other cities.
You can also travel between the airport and the city center of Poznan with private cars in the city. If you have a car you can come to the airport for short trips and leave your car in the car park there. Parking fees in general are not too high. This charge can reach much higher amounts if you are leaving your car for 48 hours or more.
You can follow the directions of the city center after you have moved from the front of the terminal to reach the city center. If you do not know the roads well in the city, you can minimize the risk of getting lost by obtaining a navigation device or a map.
Almost all 5-star hotels in the city have airport transfer service. To take advantage of this service, you should contact your hotel and make a reservation in advance. Using the hotel shuttles between the airport and Poznan city center will save you time and provide you with an extremely comfortable vehicle to reach the hotel after a tiring journey.
However, charges for these services may sometimes be much higher than anticipated. For this reason, before you make reservations for hotel shuttles in the city, you should also get detailed information about prices. So you can compare different service companies that serve this area and make the best reservation for you.
There are also companies offering limousine service for those who care about comfort. You can choose a limousine or one of the other luxury vehicles and ensure that it will be waiting for you at the airport when your plane lands. These vehicles, which are usually provided by drivers, are also a great alternative for travelers traveling with more goods and for those visiting for business purposes. Although the prices for luxury cars are much higher than taxis, shuttles and buses, you can consider paying the difference for a privileged and comfortable service.