The world’s best airports come with amazing freebies from free WiFi to indoor rain forests, free sleeping pods, rooftop pools and IMAX cinemas. Travelstart brings you a list of free activities and amenities to look out for in some of the top airports around the world. We say bring on the travelling perks!
1. Singapore Changi International Airport, Singapore (SIN)
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Multi-award winning Changi Airport has it all including:
- Free Wifi
- Free City Tour
- Free Garden access
- Free rest zones
- Free cultural activities
And for a bit of coin you will also have access to:
- Nap rooms
- A transit hotel
- Pay per use lounges
- 24 hour restaurants
- That gorgeous rooftop swimming pool
- Showers
- Luggage Storage
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2. Seoul Incheon International Airport, South Korea (ICN)
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Seoul, always a close contender with Changi, also offers:
- Free Wifi
- Free showers
- Free Garden access
- Free cultural activities
And for a bit of coin you will also have access to:
- A skating rink
- A transit hotel
- Pay per use lounges
- 24 hour restaurants
- A transit tour
- Luggage Storage
3. Tokyo Haneda International Airport, Japan (HND)
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Tokyo Haneda even offers a sushi bar in the departure terminal so you can get one last taste of authentic Japanese sushi:
- Free Wifi
- Convenient access by bus, train and monorail
And for a bit of coin you will also have access to:
- A transit hotel
- Pay per use lounges
- 24 hour restaurants
- Luggage Storage
- A sushi bar in the departure terminal
4. Taipei Taoyuan International Airport, Taiwan (TPE)
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Taipei Taoyuan International is well-reputed for being a friendly and comfortable transit destination. You can enjoy access to:
- Free Wifi
- Free 15 minute showers
- Free travel library
- Free rest zones
- Free museum access
- Free cultural activities
- Free luggage storage
- Generous free samples in duty free
And for a bit of coin you will also have access to:
- A transit hotel
- Pay per use lounge
5. Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong (HKG)
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Hong Kong International has great food and arm-rest free chairs for starters, you’ll also have access to:
- Free Wifi
And for a bit of coin you will also have access to:
- IMAX theatre
- A transit hotel
- Pay per use lounges
- 24 hour restaurants
- Showers
6. Munich International Airport, Germany (MUC)
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Last year travellers reported free coffee being given out near gate 38, so look out for that and also enjoy the:
- Free Wifi
- Free showers
- Free cinema
- Free rest zones
And for a bit of coin you will also have access to:
- Sleep pods
- An airport brewery
- Airport tours
- 24 hour restaurants
- Mini-golf
- Casino
- Fit & Fly Spa
- Luggage Storage
7. Helsinki Airport, Finland (HEL)
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Helsinki Airport is a great space to relax, swop a book and catch up on some business at one of their free work stations. Also enjoy:
- Free Wifi
- Wide availability of charging points
- Free (and paid so make sure it’s free) sleep pods
- Free Book Swap
- Free rest zones
- Free work stations
And for a bit of coin you will also have access to:
- Airport tours
- Pay per use lounges
- 24 hour restaurants
- Luggage Storage.
8. Vancouver International Airport, Canada (YVR)
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Canadians already have a reputation for being especially welcoming and hospitable. Kids will love spending time in the large aquarium in International departures. You also get:
- Free Wifi
- The aquarium!
- Free rest zones
- Free self-guided tours
- Free access to the museum exhibits
And for a bit of coin you will also have access to:
- Pay per use lounges
- 24 hour restaurants
- Luggage storage.
9. Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Malaysia (KUL)
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Though the KLIA2 Terminal is not always known as the most comfortable, the indoor rain forest and ample shopping in the main terminal make up for it, you will also have access to:
- 3 hours free Wifi
- Indoor rainforest!
And for a bit of coin you will also have access to:
- Nap rooms
- A transit hotel
- Pay per use lounges
- Showers
- A spa
- Luggage storage
10. Zurich Kloten International Airport, Switzerland (ZRH)
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Zurich Airport is known by travellers as a peaceful place where ear-plugs aren’t necessary after 11pm as they pause loudspeaker announcements. This makes all the difference if you’re trying to catch up on some sleep while you wait for your flight. An added plus is the arm-free chairs and couches. You can look forward to:
- 60 minutes free Wifi
And for a bit of coin you will also have access to:
- Bicycle, Inline Skates and Nordic Walking Pole Rentals
- A transit hotel
- The pay per use lounge
- Showers
- Luggage storage
Look out for our follow up article on even more airport perks around the world. Travelstart is travel made simple.
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