Lajes Airport Departures (TER)

Flight Departures at Lajes Airport

Departing passengers from Lajes International Airport are dropped off in the ground transportation area of each terminal building.

It is a must for passengers to secure their personal belongings and baggage before leaving their transport vehicle.

Upon entering the Departures Hall, please secure your plane ticket, passport, and Identification card.

All outbound passengers must be at the airport 1 hour and 30 minutes before their scheduled flights to complete their check-in transactions and to experience a hassle-free trip.

Parking at Lajes Airport

Lajes International Airport provides several convenient parking options for everyone; short-term and long-term parking, daily parking, Valet parking, off-airport parking, and the park, sleep and fly parking lot.

These parking lots are located next to the access road, adjacent to the terminal building.

Parking rates may vary depending upon the parking lot you have selected. See more information about short and long term parking at Lajes Airport.

Transfer Services at Lajes Airport

Lajes Airport provides accessible transfer services for passengers. All transport vehicles are only allowed to drop off passengers at the ground transportation center of the facility.

Car rental agencies, taxis, buses, shuttles, and other public transport vehicles have served the airport.

It is recommended for passengers to check what is allowed for hand-carry baggage and check-in baggage. Also, securing personal belongings before and after boarding the aircraft is a must.

Rental Car Services at Lajes Airport

Reserve your vehicles or rent one on-site through Lajes Airport's Car Rental Services.

Some passengers would opt to rent a car, as this is the most convenient and easiest way to explore the island. See all rental car companies at Lajes Airport.

There are ten car rental counters inside the terminal.

Qualified renters must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver's license. However, renters ages 18 to 24 may pay a corresponding young driver's surcharge.

Renters must fill up the necessary information stated in the agreement form. All rental agencies accept cash, credit, and debit cards for payment.

Renters must park the car in the same parking lane upon returning the rented vehicle. In addition, please also bring the completed agreement form and give back the car keys to the car rental representative.

For convenience, renters are advised to contact their car rental agency before dropping off the vehicle.

Rental rates may vary depending upon the selected vehicle and agency.

Ride Shares at Lajes Airport

Rideshare transportation services are not famous in the area though there are available vehicles.

One rideshare company that operates on the island is Uber. Interested passengers may download the company's app on their smartphone to book a vehicle.

Rideshare rate may vary depending upon the chosen vehicle and the passenger's point of destination.

Taxis at Lajes Airport

Taxi cabs are accessible outside the terminal. They can only drop off passengers in the ground transportation area of the airport. More information about taxis at Lajes Airport.

Lajes International Airport is about 3km to and from downtown Lajes, which is a 5 to 10 minutes drive via EN1-1A or V R and R. Diogo Meneses Avila.

The estimated taxi fare from downtown Lajes to Lajes International Airport and vice versa starts at €16.00. Some taxi services also charge an additional luggage fee of €2.50 per bag.

Buses at Lajes Airport

Lajes Airport connects to a local bus system, Empresa de Viação Terceirense (EVT).

EVT buses can only drop off passengers at the designated bus stop within the airport premises.

A single-way bus fare from the airport to Praia da Vitoria and vice versa costs €1.05. Further information about buses to and from Lajes Airport.

Trains at Lajes Airport

Train transit is unavailable in Lajes Airport and the whole town of Praia da Vitoria, Terceira.

Hotel Shuttle Services at Lajes Airport

Hotel Shuttles are allowed to drop off passengers at the ground transportation area of the airport.

Passengers with hotel reservations may contact their accommodation for their shuttle transfer.

Non-hotel Shuttles also serve the airport. There are available door-to-door shuttle transfers to and from the airport.

Non-hotel Shuttle rates may vary depending upon the passenger's negotiation with the service provider.

Other Services at Lajes Airport

WiFi at Lajes Airport

Complimentary WiFi service is available throughout the airport facility. You may connect your device to the "Aerogare.Azore.Gov" network.

ATMs at Lajes Airport

Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) are conveniently located at levels 1 and 3 of the airport terminal building.

Currency exchange at Lajes Airport

A currency exchange service is not available inside the airport terminal.

Nursing Stations at Lajes Airport

A nursing or lactation room for infant attending mothers is unavailable at the airport.

Restrooms at Lajes Airport

Restrooms are available and open on all three levels of the Lajes airport terminal.

Food and Beverages at Lajes Airport

Restaurants and shops are located on levels two and 3 of the airport terminal.

Smoking at Lajes Airport

Smoking is strictly not allowed inside the airport terminal. However, passengers may smoke outside the terminal.

Lost and Found Section at Lajes Airport

Lost and found objects within the airport are given to airport authorities or taken to the information desk on the terminal's first and third levels.

You may also contact the lost and found facility at +351 295 542 683.

Please get in touch with your airline provider for further assistance for missing items during flight or inside the aircraft.

Airport Communication Center at Lajes Airport

Two information desks inside the airport terminal are located at the landside portion.

The SATA information desk is at the third level, where the check-in counters are situated, and the Azores information desk is on the first level within the Arrivals Hall.

Pet Relief at Lajes Airport

There are no pet-relief areas within the airport. However, passengers traveling with their pets must check the requirements and documents.

Baggage Claim at Lajes Airport

The baggage claim area is located at the first level of the terminal at the Arrivals Hall.

There are also baggage carts for passengers who need assistance for convenient and easy luggage transport.

In case of missing baggage, passengers may contact their airline carrier or approach Lajes airport's information counter for assistance.

Disabled Passengers at Lajes Airport

Lajes International Airport provides disabled-friendly facilities accessible for individuals with special needs.

Passengers requiring special assistance may ask for related services ahead of time by contacting the airport facility at +351 295 540 047.