Helpful Durham Tees Airport Information
Durham Tees Airport is a small airport, but it is all about convenience and it still offers flights to an impressive 200 destinations!
Not only can you can grab a bite to eat or purchase any last minute items you’ve forgotten at the shops in the terminal, but you also have the option to park right outside, so there’s no waiting for transfer buses or long walks with all your baggage.
Airport Shopping, Eating & Drinking
The set-up at Durham Airport is all about making life as quick and easy for travellers as possible.
The airport café in the departure lounge serves a selection of light snacks, such as Panini’s, sandwiches and muffins, as well as hot drinks, soft drinks and alcohol, with quick turnarounds, so you’re not left rushing for your flight on a full stomach.
There’s a WH Smith in the departure lounge if you need to purchase any last minute items before you fly, whether it’s snacks, travel accessories or a magazine to keep you entertained on the plane.
There’s also another WH Smith in the arrivals hall, so you can pick up some bread and milk instead on your return journey, instead of taking a detour on your way home.
Durham Tees Airport Lounges
If you fancy a little luxury and some peace and quiet on your travels, then the Servisair lounge is another option. Costing less than £20 per person per visit, it is the ideal place to start your trip. The lounge is decked with comfortable seating so you can take a load off.
There’s also a bar area where you can take advantage of the complimentary drinks and snacks, newspapers, magazines, televisions and flight information screens, plus free Wi-Fi with unlimited usage so you can keep up to date on work or research your travel destination while you wait for your flight call.
There is also Internet access, telephone and fax points available. Check out our full selection of Durham Tees airport lounges and make sure you’re holiday gets off to a great start.
Car Parking at Durham Airport
Durham Airport offers on and off site car parking. If you choose to use the on-site parking, then the terminal is in within walking distance, which means no need to use a shuttle bus.
Durham Airport car parks offer 24-hour security where the car park is manned 24 hours a day and provides CCTV. Due to the security features in place, the airport has been awarded safe parking status by Park Mark.
If you decide that you would like to use one of the off-site car parking facilities, then there are a number of them to choose from. All off-site car parks provide a free shuttle bus to the airport.
To find all the best prices and to compare the different airport car parks available, please visit our Durham Airport Car Parking Page.
Hotels at Durham Airport
Instead of being tired due to the journey to Durham Tees Valley Airport you can unwind and feel relaxed by spending a night in a hotel close to the airport.
One popular Durham Airport Hotel is the lovely St George Hotel, which is just a 2-minute stroll to the terminal. The hotel provides a welcoming atmosphere and is enclosed in a country garden, giving you a relaxing feeling.
You also have the option to park your car at the hotel, and with the airport being a few minutes away, there is no need for a transfer service.
To learn more about using an Airport Hotel and the best prices available, please visit our Durham Airport Hotel page
Durham Tees Airport Tip
One thing to be mindful of is that there is a passenger facility fee in place at Durham Airport. Basically, you have to pay to go into the departure lounge!
The cost is £6 for adults, £2 for children aged 3-15 years and infants go free. You have the option to pay in advance or use one of the pay stations at the check-in area before you go through security.
