AIRPORT REVIEW
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Airport in Porto operates with over 50 airlines , including major carriers such as TAP Air Portugal , Ryanair , EasyJet , and Lufthansa . It offers flights to over 100 destinations across Europe , Africa , and North America . // ANA - AEROPORTOS DE PORTUGAL
6 Porto Airport welcomed
United Airlines ’ Newark flight , operated by a Boeing 757-200 , with a ceremonial water cannon salute , marking the launch of this new service . // ANA - AEROPORTOS DE PORTUGAL
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the 3,480m ( 11,417ft ) runway 17-35 at Porto Airport began in 2024 . This project aims to lengthen the runway to improve safety and accommodate larger aircraft , enhancing the airport ’ s operational capacity and efficiency . // ANA - AEROPORTOS DE PORTUGAL
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Porto is designed with the passenger experience in mind . The terminal is modern and spacious , with well-organized check-in areas , plenty of dining and shopping options , and efficient security and customs processes . Everything is set up to ensure a smooth and pleasant journey .
Accessibility is another strongpoint . The Metro do Porto represents a frequent and reliable link between the airport and the city center . Buses and taxis are also convenient . For travelers to and from Galicia , the adjacent region of Spain , the drive to Porto is made easy by well-maintained highways . The journey is straightforward even for people living a few hours away .
But it ’ s not just about convenience . There is also a deeper connection at play . The cultural and historical ties between Northern Portugal and Northern Spain run deep . Galician and Portuguese
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