Airport Vocabulary - English Vocabulary for Travel

Enhance your travel experience by knowing airport vocabulary words such as terminal, check-in counter, and runway.

Here are 3 airport vocabulary words covered in the video that every traveler should know.

• Terminal. A terminal is a building at an airport where passengers transfer between ground transportation and the facilities that allow them to board and disembark from aircraft.
• Check-in Counter. The check-in counter is the place where passengers check in for their flights, drop off luggage, and receive their boarding passes.
• Runway. A runway is a long, flat surface on which aircraft take off and land. 

Understanding these terms can greatly improve your ability to navigate an airport and communicate effectively with airport staff. Knowing what to call these essential areas and processes will help ensure a smoother, less stressful at-the-airport experience.