Austin-Bergstrom Airport
In this section you will find some of the more entertaining comments, traveller airport reviews as well as our Austin-Bergstrom Airport Guide with info on WiFi, lounges, facilities and services....and yes, even the name of a hotel near the airport in case you decide that sleeping in the airport is not for you!
Recent Review
by getmeapillow
Well we decided to save some money and as we had a fairly early flight to San francisco this seemed a good idea. We got the penultimate bus from downtown to the airport and once we got there at about 11pm it was pretty empty. There was 2/3 more arrivals.
In total we saw about 10-15 other people doing the same. One guy was watching films/videos on his laptop, using the power outlets which are easy to find.
The toilets are very clean and open through the night. They also have vending machines on the ground floor. But they are basic so i'd bring some midnight snacks.
We stayed on the first floor by the check-in desks. There were two of us and we had a power outlet and found access to a very good Wi-Fi hook-up. We believe it came from the member's lounge above the check-in desks. Ideal if you can get it. It was attained with an Ipod touch.
There were frequent announcements throughout the night but what do you expect... it's an Airport! You get used to them after a while. There are staff who clean the floors etc. But this is done by around 1/2am. People will arrive from 4:30am onwards. So you can get a few hours sleep. We slept on the floor, using our bags as pillows, as we are hardened youths. If you require extreme comfort i suggest you stay in the Hilton over the road!
In conclusion this was a great ice-breaker into airport sleeping!
Btw. We were in Austin for SXSW and stayed at North Austin Plaza Hotel. We used the Super Shuttle to get there. Recommend all three to people visitng Austin.
The last review for this airport was in 2011. Have you been there recently? Tell us about it!
Austin Airport Guide
Airport Lounges
If you have a boarding pass with the following airlines, you can pay US$40-50 for a day pass that will allow you to access their lounges.
- American Admiral's Club Lounge - Location: across from Gate 13
- Continental President's Club Lounge - Location: across from Gate 13
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the Austin Airport does not appeal to you, there is a hotel near the airport....
- Hilton Austin Airport - located on airport grounds - two minutes from the terminal. Free 24 hour shuttle.
- Super 8 - 183 Airport - free airport shuttle and breakfast
- Super 8 Austin Airport South - free airport shuttle and breakfast
Airport WiFi / Internet
- Wireless internet access is available at the Austin airport for a fee. Available on the Boingo network.
- Free internet kiosks are located on the concourse near Gates 8, 12 and 15 and in bag claim by the Visitors Center.
More Services, Facilities & Things to Do at the Airport
- Food
Food concessions open one hour before the first flight and close after the last scheduled departure.
Landside:
Airside: Ray Benson's Roadhouse, The Salt Lick Bar (live music Mon-Fri 3:30pm - 5:30pm), Mangia Pizza, and more - Family Viewing Area
An outdoor Family Viewing Area is located near the east runway. This one acre vantage point is ideal for for watching planes land and take off, but you'll need a car to get there. Recommended viewing times include mornings from 6-11 a.m., afternoons from 1:30-3 p.m., and evenings beginning around 7:30 p.m. - Massages
Location: Airside, Gate 13. Rates: from $ 12 (10 min) - $35 (30 min). - Showers
There are no showers at this airport. - Luggage Storage / Lockers
Unknown
Airport Hours
open 24 hours
Austin Travel Sites
- Austin Hotels - search for deals, check availability and read reviews
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Last Updated: 30 Oct 2010 | Source: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
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