what's the procedure when connecting flights in newark?
I'm flying tonight with Elal flight from Israel to Newark airport, and 3 hours later continue with connect flight to Charlotte (US Airways). It's the first time I'm flying indirectly. What happens in Newark? What exactly do I do when I arrive? What happens to my luggage? I need to pick it up? Re-check it later with US-Air?
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Arrive in EWR. Go through Immigration, then get your luggage, then go through Customs. Then, drop your bag with US Air, then proceed to your next flight.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Friday, May 14, 2010
how is the food on us airways and is it expensive
how is the food on us airways and is it expensive?
flying to san juan and won't have enough time between connections to get something to eat. meals will be available on the long flight from charlotte to san juan but i've never eaten airline food and never heard anything good about it. just wondering if anyone out there has been on us air lately and tried the food and what it cost. thanks for any input.
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There is no cost separate from your ticket for airline food. Some people like the airline food but I think most people don't. The few times I've had it haven't been good. It comes in little microwave type dishes and is reheated on the plane. If possible I would call the airline ahead of time and tell them you are a vegetarian. That way you get fresh food. I did this after someone told me about it and it was much better.
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this might be consider a domestic flight and usually you have to buy food (its not included with the ticket) i had a sandwih when i flew them from Lax to Charolotte it was pretty good
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it's great in 1st class.
flying to san juan and won't have enough time between connections to get something to eat. meals will be available on the long flight from charlotte to san juan but i've never eaten airline food and never heard anything good about it. just wondering if anyone out there has been on us air lately and tried the food and what it cost. thanks for any input.
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There is no cost separate from your ticket for airline food. Some people like the airline food but I think most people don't. The few times I've had it haven't been good. It comes in little microwave type dishes and is reheated on the plane. If possible I would call the airline ahead of time and tell them you are a vegetarian. That way you get fresh food. I did this after someone told me about it and it was much better.
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this might be consider a domestic flight and usually you have to buy food (its not included with the ticket) i had a sandwih when i flew them from Lax to Charolotte it was pretty good
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it's great in 1st class.
Friday, May 7, 2010
How do you feel when the airport staff makes you late for your connecting flight
How do you feel when the airport staff makes you late for your connecting flight?
I was coming home from San Diego Ca on a flight . I will not give the name of the airline ,becaus it would knock down some of their reputation. I got to the airport at 4:15 that morning and my flight wasn't leaving until 6:50. The wait was short for picking up my tickets.I thought that was pretty good because sometims it could be crowded standing in line. I got on the plane about 6:30 getting ready for take off. Do you know, that I and 120 other people waited there until 7:33 for take off. I can't understand why they put you through so much and delay your flight. So when I got to the George Bush intl. , I was late for my connecting flight to Charlotte NC and stayed there for another 3 hours. I think they should have a better system for customers when it comes to these flight arrangements. They always want you to be on time but they can't be on time for us. John Singletary(Nevercashout.com)
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im late all the time its normal. quit complaining about it and grow up.
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1st of all (I work for a major airline...) Nobody wants that plane to be on time and everything to go hunky dory more than the airlines... We lose money with every flight that doesn't go well, and why on earth would we want to lose money... People who call up the complaint line (I'm the complaint manager) have it in their head some stupid conspiracy theories that the airlines did it just to make them mad, or they actually think we "save" money by cancelling flights. Nothing could be further from the truth...Think about it...It all starts with a govt. rundown Air Traffic Control System, then...you have a million people in one place at the same time all trying to carry a million bags on board, then you have the govt. security screeners, then you have the the weather, then you have a huge amount of people who won't take responsibility for their actions. I don't care why you left the gate to go get a drink or a sandwich! Be at the gate when they board, or you will miss your flight... People's pathetic personal reasons for "whatever" it was that caused them to miss their flight do not concern us...just be at that gate when they are boarding, Capiche?!? It don't matter WHY you're not there...just be there, and arrive two hours before departure at the airport, and if you're smart, you'll buy a large specially designed to fit in the overhead compartment piece of luggage, and you will travel with just ONE carry on piece of luggage, and buy all your namby pamby bathroom needs at the store when you get to your destination...just sit down, and shut up, and enjoy your destination, this is NOT Romper Room or A Hilton Hotel Suite in the Sky...dammit, people...just deal with it with grace, finesse, style, and a stoically realistic grip on reality... Or I will be forced to give you all a noogie...(smiles)
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You're really quite right to complain. And you shouldn't be afraid to mention the airline involved - they all need a good prod. How do I feel? Annoyed, frustrated, and disgusted that the air transport industry in the States has turned into something of a zoo. But my feelings are one thing. How I react is calm, cool, with a nice smile on my face. That usually gets more kind attention from already over-harassed and understaffed airline employees. Last time it happened to me, I faced an 8 hour delay in Newark waiting for a US Air flight to Charlotte. Everyone else on the plane was up in arms. I finally got to the US Air attendant and smiled at her and asked her what was available. She said she wasn't sure but that if I'd check back in 2 hours, she could give me a definite answer. So I took out my computer, hooked onto wi-fi, waited the two hours or so, went back still smiling and looking obviously tired (I had just made an 18 hour flight from Singapore). She went through the list and got me a seat - in first class, no less. I winked at her and told her she had won my heart!
I was coming home from San Diego Ca on a flight . I will not give the name of the airline ,becaus it would knock down some of their reputation. I got to the airport at 4:15 that morning and my flight wasn't leaving until 6:50. The wait was short for picking up my tickets.I thought that was pretty good because sometims it could be crowded standing in line. I got on the plane about 6:30 getting ready for take off. Do you know, that I and 120 other people waited there until 7:33 for take off. I can't understand why they put you through so much and delay your flight. So when I got to the George Bush intl. , I was late for my connecting flight to Charlotte NC and stayed there for another 3 hours. I think they should have a better system for customers when it comes to these flight arrangements. They always want you to be on time but they can't be on time for us. John Singletary(Nevercashout.com)
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im late all the time its normal. quit complaining about it and grow up.
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1st of all (I work for a major airline...) Nobody wants that plane to be on time and everything to go hunky dory more than the airlines... We lose money with every flight that doesn't go well, and why on earth would we want to lose money... People who call up the complaint line (I'm the complaint manager) have it in their head some stupid conspiracy theories that the airlines did it just to make them mad, or they actually think we "save" money by cancelling flights. Nothing could be further from the truth...Think about it...It all starts with a govt. rundown Air Traffic Control System, then...you have a million people in one place at the same time all trying to carry a million bags on board, then you have the govt. security screeners, then you have the the weather, then you have a huge amount of people who won't take responsibility for their actions. I don't care why you left the gate to go get a drink or a sandwich! Be at the gate when they board, or you will miss your flight... People's pathetic personal reasons for "whatever" it was that caused them to miss their flight do not concern us...just be at that gate when they are boarding, Capiche?!? It don't matter WHY you're not there...just be there, and arrive two hours before departure at the airport, and if you're smart, you'll buy a large specially designed to fit in the overhead compartment piece of luggage, and you will travel with just ONE carry on piece of luggage, and buy all your namby pamby bathroom needs at the store when you get to your destination...just sit down, and shut up, and enjoy your destination, this is NOT Romper Room or A Hilton Hotel Suite in the Sky...dammit, people...just deal with it with grace, finesse, style, and a stoically realistic grip on reality... Or I will be forced to give you all a noogie...(smiles)
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You're really quite right to complain. And you shouldn't be afraid to mention the airline involved - they all need a good prod. How do I feel? Annoyed, frustrated, and disgusted that the air transport industry in the States has turned into something of a zoo. But my feelings are one thing. How I react is calm, cool, with a nice smile on my face. That usually gets more kind attention from already over-harassed and understaffed airline employees. Last time it happened to me, I faced an 8 hour delay in Newark waiting for a US Air flight to Charlotte. Everyone else on the plane was up in arms. I finally got to the US Air attendant and smiled at her and asked her what was available. She said she wasn't sure but that if I'd check back in 2 hours, she could give me a definite answer. So I took out my computer, hooked onto wi-fi, waited the two hours or so, went back still smiling and looking obviously tired (I had just made an 18 hour flight from Singapore). She went through the list and got me a seat - in first class, no less. I winked at her and told her she had won my heart!
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Connecting Flight information
Connecting Flight information?
Hi, I'm a first time traveler never been on an airplane and never been out of the UK. I'm due to fly over to orlando with a connecting flight at charlotte, i was just wondering what i would have to do etc. Some sites i've visited say i will need to collect my checked bags and others say i won't need to and that they'll be placed on my connecting flight and that all i'll have to worry about is getting to the gate on time. Any idea what i should expect? I'm also concerned that, on my flight over to the US there is a 3 hour wait for the connecting flight but on my return there is only a 1 hour and 20 minute wait. Will this be enough time to get things rechecked etc
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When you check your bag in the UK it will be checked to Orlando. You won't really have to worry about anything, Charlotte airport is very easy to get around and you will find signs and people to help you everywhere. Welcome to the US and enjoy Orlando.
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On a domestic connection (and sometimes on an international flight to international flight connection) your checked bags just get transferred for you. But in th case you describe you will clear customs at Charlotte, so you will have to collect them there and re-check after customs. Don't worry, USAir does this every day and their schedule is planned for you to have enough time to make the connection. Update:Again, don't worry. You need more time on arrival because you have to claim your bags and clear customs. On the return trip you don't.
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in your connecting flight usually your luggage will be delivered to your destination.but there are times that some luggage was mis place and goes to other place and not to where you will landed..so its better to check in luggage area if ur luggage is there and put it to your connecting flight to avoid mislading your luggage.. about the time of your conecting, 1 hour is enough.u dont need to worry bcoz your airlines will not give u with that time if its not enough.just make sure to go directly to you next flight gate or counter..
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When you arrive Charlotte you will have to do U.S. immigration and customs there as it will be your first point of entry into the U.S. You will go thru immigration first where you present your passport then you will proceed into the customs hall and wait for your luggage and collect your luggage and take it thru customs. Your luggage will already be tagged thru to Orlando you need only to turn it back over the airline to be rechecked. You will find the luggage transfer area when you come out of customs. 3 hours for your connection is good for that process. For your return flight, 1 hr and 20 minutes in Charlotte is fine, you will not need to reclaim your luggage going in that direction since the flight originates in Orlando and is a domestic flight. Your luggage will be checked thru to the UK and you won't see it again until you arrive back in the UK and do UK immigration/customs on arrival back in the UK. It sounds like you are flying US Airways with the Charlotte connection, they are pretty good. Have a great time in Florida.
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Dear GerdP: Please stop giving bad answers on here. US Airways flight #733 flies from LGW to Charlotte and #732 Charlotte to LGW.
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You will have to go thru immigration and customs, and then there will be a counter to ck your luggage again to Orlando but it will be just droping off your bags, but you will go thru security ck so make sure you aren t carrying liquids items that are on the no no list. Your bags will make it easily to the orland connection. As to you ck on where the connecting flight is and keep checking because they change gates sometimes you can sleep once your on the flight
Hi, I'm a first time traveler never been on an airplane and never been out of the UK. I'm due to fly over to orlando with a connecting flight at charlotte, i was just wondering what i would have to do etc. Some sites i've visited say i will need to collect my checked bags and others say i won't need to and that they'll be placed on my connecting flight and that all i'll have to worry about is getting to the gate on time. Any idea what i should expect? I'm also concerned that, on my flight over to the US there is a 3 hour wait for the connecting flight but on my return there is only a 1 hour and 20 minute wait. Will this be enough time to get things rechecked etc
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When you check your bag in the UK it will be checked to Orlando. You won't really have to worry about anything, Charlotte airport is very easy to get around and you will find signs and people to help you everywhere. Welcome to the US and enjoy Orlando.
2 :
On a domestic connection (and sometimes on an international flight to international flight connection) your checked bags just get transferred for you. But in th case you describe you will clear customs at Charlotte, so you will have to collect them there and re-check after customs. Don't worry, USAir does this every day and their schedule is planned for you to have enough time to make the connection. Update:Again, don't worry. You need more time on arrival because you have to claim your bags and clear customs. On the return trip you don't.
3 :
in your connecting flight usually your luggage will be delivered to your destination.but there are times that some luggage was mis place and goes to other place and not to where you will landed..so its better to check in luggage area if ur luggage is there and put it to your connecting flight to avoid mislading your luggage.. about the time of your conecting, 1 hour is enough.u dont need to worry bcoz your airlines will not give u with that time if its not enough.just make sure to go directly to you next flight gate or counter..
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When you arrive Charlotte you will have to do U.S. immigration and customs there as it will be your first point of entry into the U.S. You will go thru immigration first where you present your passport then you will proceed into the customs hall and wait for your luggage and collect your luggage and take it thru customs. Your luggage will already be tagged thru to Orlando you need only to turn it back over the airline to be rechecked. You will find the luggage transfer area when you come out of customs. 3 hours for your connection is good for that process. For your return flight, 1 hr and 20 minutes in Charlotte is fine, you will not need to reclaim your luggage going in that direction since the flight originates in Orlando and is a domestic flight. Your luggage will be checked thru to the UK and you won't see it again until you arrive back in the UK and do UK immigration/customs on arrival back in the UK. It sounds like you are flying US Airways with the Charlotte connection, they are pretty good. Have a great time in Florida.
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Dear GerdP: Please stop giving bad answers on here. US Airways flight #733 flies from LGW to Charlotte and #732 Charlotte to LGW.
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You will have to go thru immigration and customs, and then there will be a counter to ck your luggage again to Orlando but it will be just droping off your bags, but you will go thru security ck so make sure you aren t carrying liquids items that are on the no no list. Your bags will make it easily to the orland connection. As to you ck on where the connecting flight is and keep checking because they change gates sometimes you can sleep once your on the flight
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