Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is conveniently located only five miles southeast of downtown Austin. AUS serves approximately 75 destinations around the globe and is the third-busiest airport in all of Texas. This modern airport is relatively new, opening to the public in May of 1999. As the city continues to grow at breakneck speed, the airport also has plans for expansion.
There are many ways to get to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Lyft, Uber, Wingz, and Ride Austin all serve AUS, making it easy to use a rideshare service to get to and from the airport. There are three taxi services that also provide transportation to and from AUS. The minimum taxi cab fare is $13.30. A ride from the downtown area to the airport will run approximately $30. In addition to rideshares and taxis, there are also various shuttles that serve the airport.
The city's public bus system is available as an option to travelers wanting to reach Austin airport from the Amtrak station. Bus number 100, known as the Airport Flyer, serves the airport to and from downtown. Bus number 20 connects AUS to downtown and the University of Texas main campus.
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With numerous Austin Airport parking options, it is easy to find the right fit for your needs and budget. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport parking is easy with 3,000 garage spots available for public use. This garage is conveniently connected to the main terminal building. Parking in the garage is offered at a rate of $3 per hour with a $25 daily maximum rate. You can make this experience even easier by paying an additional $4 for a reserved spot in the garage. Drivers can also choose to take advantage of the valet garage parking at a rate of $19-29 per day, depending on the level of service that you choose.
Parking at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is also available in the blue garage at slightly lower rates. Parking in this garage is available for $3 per hour with a $15 daily maximum. For travelers looking for onsite parking at a more affordable rate, be sure to consider the economy parking. These spots are offered to travelers at a rate of $3 per hour and $8 per day.
Austin Airport long-term parking is also available at a myriad of our offsite partner lots, offering travelers the best parking deals in the area. These cheap parking spots are backed up by our guarantee, giving you peace of mind as you take off for your trip. The verified customer reviews make it easy to find the best lot for your needs and your wallet. Leave your vehicle in the care of a professional knowing that it will be taken care of and ready for your arrival back in Austin.
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The Barbara Jordan Terminal boasts 748,000 square feet of space, with 34 gates calling this terminal home. Six of these gates are equipped to handle international flights. In addition to this main terminal, the airport also features a secondary terminal known as the South Terminal. This terminal is home to low-cost carries Allegiant Air and Frontier Airlines. The South Terminal cannot be accessed from the main airport entrance or the Jordan Terminal without exiting the airport property. Travelers can take a complimentary shuttle between the two terminals.
The Jordan Terminal offers an Admirals Club, a United Club, and a Delta Sky Club. A live music stage highlights the best parts of Austin's eclectic performing arts scene with numerous free performances. The more basic South Terminal features an airside outdoor patio with a food truck, allowing you to soak up that Texas sun before boarding your flight.
Travelers will find a wide array of dining options in the Jordan Terminal. Favorites include the 24 Diner with its American comfort food, the iconic Hut's Hamburgers, Earl Campbell's Taco Truck, the famous Salt Lick Barbeque, and more. If you have time to kill before your flight, consider spending time kicking back with a local brew at Hippies & Hops. If you forgot to shop for souvenirs, a stop at Barton Springs West will remedy that situation with a variety of locally made gifts, apparel, and food items.
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