What is the IATA code for Terceira Island Airport?

The IATA code for Lajes is TER.

Lajes (TER) in Terceira Island, Portugal. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

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Q: How to reach Terceira Island Airport from the city?

Bus: Several bus routes connect the airport to various locations on Terceira Island. Check local schedules for routes and fares as they vary. Taxi/Cab: Taxis are available outside the terminal. A ride to Angra do Heroísmo costs approximately €20-€25. Distance: Approximately 21 km from Angra do Heroísmo, the main city on Terceira Island. Travel time is about 20 minutes without traffic and up to 30 minutes during peak hours.

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Aeroporto das Lajes, 9700-042 Vila Nova, Praia da Vitória, Terceira, Azores, Portugal

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ℹ️ About Lajes

Lajes Airport, also known as Terceira Airport, opened in the 1940s. It is operated by ANA Aeroportos de Portugal (VINCI Airports).

The airport handled approximately 600,000 passengers in 2019. Its IATA code is TER.

It serves as an important gateway to Terceira Island and the Azores.

🏢 Terminals

Lajes Airport has one passenger terminal. It handles both domestic and international flights.

The terminal has 7 gates. There are no piers or concourses.

The terminal area is not publicly available. The airport's capacity is approximately 700,000 passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach Terceira Island Airport

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Bus

Several bus routes connect the airport to various locations on Terceira Island. Check local schedules for routes and fares as they vary.

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Taxi/Cab

Taxis are available outside the terminal. A ride to Angra do Heroísmo costs approximately €20-€25.

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Distance

Approximately 21 km from Angra do Heroísmo, the main city on Terceira Island. Travel time is about 20 minutes without traffic and up to 30 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

SATA Lounge is available for eligible passengers. Access is typically granted through airline status or lounge membership programs.

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Food & Dining

A café and a restaurant are available in the terminal building.

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Shopping

A small duty-free shop and a newsstand are present.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available. Connect to the network 'VINCI Airports free WiFi'.

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Banking

An ATM is located in the public area of the terminal.

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Medical

First aid services are available during operational hours.

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Other

No information on prayer rooms, sleeping pods, children's play area, or smoking zones is publicly available.

🅿️ Parking

Short-term and long-term parking options are available. Rates start at approximately €0.80 per hour. Daily rates are around €6. Pre-booking is not available.

💡 Tips for Travellers

Check the bus schedules in advance as they may be infrequent, especially on weekends.

Confirm taxi fares with the driver before starting your journey to Angra do Heroísmo.

Utilize the free WiFi to plan your onward journey or stay connected.

If you have lounge access through your airline or a membership program, take advantage of the SATA Lounge for a more comfortable wait.

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