10 Airport Hacks – Brilliant Tips and Tricks for a Relaxed Departure
- Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS): “Book a timeslot”
- Berlin Brandenburg (BER): “BER Runway”
- Munich (MUC): “Express Queue” in Terminal 2
- Düsseldorf (DUS): “Fast Track”
- Frankfurt (FRA): “SmartWay”
- London Heathrow (LHR): “Fast Track” in Terminal 3
- London Stansted (STN): “Fast Track”
- Rome Fiumicino (FCO): “QPass”
- Milan Linate (LIN): “Fast Track”
- Lisbon (LIS): “Fast Track”
- Madrid Barajas (MAD): “Priority access”
- Barcelona (BCN): “Fast Track”
- Vienna (VIE): “VIENNA Timeslot”
- Always carry a charging cable with a USB-A connector in your carry-on bag: USB-A connectors are widely used and compatible with many devices and charging stations at the airport. This ensures that your electronic devices are always ready for use. Cables that are also suitable for different connections such as USB Type-C or Lightning are particularly practical. This allows you to exchange information with fellow travelers and help each other out if a cable has been forgotten or is not working. Keep in mind that it is often difficult to find available power outlets at the airport. An alternative is to charge via a USB port on a laptop or the in-flight entertainment system on the plane.
- It is also practical to have a power bank with you: Power banks should also be included in your carry-on luggage so that you can charge your devices while on the go. A power bank allows you to charge your devices on the go, regardless of available power outlets. This is especially useful during long wait times or when you do not have access to a power source.
- Don’t rely on airport Wi-Fi: Download your boarding pass as well as movies, music, podcasts, or books to your smartphone or tablet in advance. By downloading important documents and entertainment media beforehand, you can ensure that you have access to everything you need even without an internet connection and can make your waiting time enjoyable.
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