Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, GB 🇬🇧 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
EGNT
IATA
NCL
Elevation
266 ft
Region
GB-ENG
Local Time
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GPS Code: EGNT
Local Code: Not available
Location: 55.037958° N, -1.689577° E
Continent: Europe
Type: Medium Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Newcastle International Airport generally receives positive traveler reviews, with many praising its efficiency and friendly staff. Recent investments in facilities have contributed to a good overall experience, though some areas for improvement exist. The airport has even been recognized as one of the best in Europe for customer service in its passenger category.
What Travelers Love
- Efficient Check-in and Security: Travelers frequently report quick and smooth experiences through check-in and security, often taking less than 15-20 minutes, even with new, thorough high-tech equipment. The new scanners aim to speed up the process, although some recent reviews indicate occasional delays when all bags require further manual checks.
- Friendly and Helpful Staff: Numerous reviews highlight the helpfulness, professionalism, and friendliness of the airport staff, particularly those providing special assistance and at check-in.
- Cleanliness and Organization: The terminal is generally described as well-organized, clean, and easy to navigate.
- Good Transportation Links: The Metro provides easy connections to the city center, taking approximately 20 minutes. Parking facilities are often described as good, with clear signage and proximity to the terminal, and many appreciate the meet and greet services.
- Renovated Facilities: Recent investments of £20 million have improved facilities, including a modern security area and a newly renovated lounge.
Common Complaints
- High Parking Costs: A recurring complaint is the expensive parking fees, especially for long-stay options, with some suggesting alternative transport. Issues with finding spaces and dark car park areas at night have also been mentioned.
- Overpriced Airside Offerings: Many travelers find the shops, food, and drinks in the departure lounge to be overpriced.
- Insufficient Seating and Loud Music: Some passengers report a lack of adequate seating in public areas, particularly before check-in and in the departure lounge, with loud music contributing to a less pleasant atmosphere.
- Passport Control and Baggage Reclaim Delays: Issues with slow passport control, especially for non-British passport holders, and delays in baggage reclaim are occasionally reported, sometimes leading to long waits.
- Dated Gate Areas: While security and some other areas are modern, the areas leading to the gates are sometimes described as dated and in need of upgrading.
Overall, Newcastle International Airport is widely regarded as a convenient and well-run regional airport, with its strengths lying in efficient processes and helpful staff. While areas like pricing and seating capacity could be improved, recent upgrades suggest an ongoing commitment to enhancing the passenger experience.
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Airport Routes
Newcastle International Airport (NCL) offers 119 flight routes operated by 9 airlines. Major carriers include Jet2, TUI Airways, Ryanair and others. Popular destinations from Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear include Palma de Mallorca (or Son Sant Joan), Malaga, Alicante, Antalya and Arrecife (Lanzarote).
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
Newly Discovered
- Belfast Int'l (BFS) new
- Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) new
- Reus (REU) new
- London Heathrow (LHR) new
- Faro (FAO) new
- Alicante (ALC) new
- Menorca (MAH) new
- Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG) new
- Malaga (AGP) new
- Dublin Int'l (DUB) new
- Palma de Mallorca (or Son Sant Joan) (PMI) new
- Barcelona Int'l (BCN) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Newcastle International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jet2
EXS
/ LS
|
39 | 396 | 39 | Oct 31, 2025 |
TUI Airways
TOM
/ BY
|
30 | 216 | 30 | Oct 31, 2025 |
Ryanair
RYR
/ FR
|
16 | 165 | 16 | Oct 31, 2025 |
British Airways
BAW
/ BA
|
1 | 88 | 1 | Oct 31, 2025 |
easyJet
EZY
/ U2
|
7 | 80 | 7 | Jan 19, 2026 |
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
KLM
/ KL
|
1 | 74 | 1 | Oct 31, 2025 |
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Loganair
LOG
/ LM
|
5 | 60 | 5 | Oct 30, 2025 |
HOP!
HOP
/ A5
|
1 | 53 | 1 | Oct 31, 2025 |
Emirates
UAE
/ EK
|
1 | 24 | 1 | Oct 30, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
07/25 |
7644 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.375 MHz |
| APP | APP | 124.375 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.725 MHz |
| ILS | Runway 07/25 ILS | 111.5 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.7 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
The official airport taxi service, Airport Taxis, operates directly from a rank outside the terminal entrance. Journeys can be pre-booked or arranged upon arrival. Ride-sharing services like Uber also operate from the airport for pre-booked pick-ups.
Rental Cars
Major car rental companies including Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, and Hertz have desks located inside the terminal building, opposite the domestic arrivals area. It is recommended to book vehicles in advance.
Public Transportation
The airport is directly connected to the Tyne and Wear Metro system, with a station accessible via a covered walkway. Trains run every 12 minutes to Newcastle city centre (a ~25-minute journey) and other destinations. Local bus services also operate from stops outside the terminal, connecting to the city and surrounding areas.
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