At the Airport

Going to the airport can be a daunting process especially if you can't speak the language. Most of the staff in Spanish airports speak English these days or can guide you towards someone who can.

There are always times when a small amount of Spanish can be useful. Home Espana have devised some essential words and phrases that will help you in a difficult situation.

Print the information below and tuck it into your passport for peace of mind.

Each month in our newsletter we will have a section especially with essential Spanish phrases to help you get around.

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Useful Words At The Airport

Phrases At The Airport:

Where can I claim my luggage?
¿Dónde puedo recoger mi equipaje, por favor?

Where is customs?
¿Dónde está aduanas?

Could you help me with my bags please?
¿Por favor, me puede ayudar con las maletas?

I've lost my luggage.
He perdido mi equipaje.

Where can I get a taxi?
¿Dónde puedo coger un taxi?

Where are the toilets?
¿Dónde están los servicios, por favor?

What time is my flight?
¿A qué hora sale mi vuelo?

I've lost my tickets.
He perdido mi billete

I want to change my flight.
Quisiera cambiar mi vuelo.

Where can I get refreshments?
¿Dónde puedo tomar algo?

Where can I rent a car?
¿Donde puedo alquilar un coche?

How long is the delay?
¿Cuanto tiempo esta retrasado el vuelo?

Which way to the departure lounge?
¿Dónde está Salidas?

I need a wheelchair.
Necesito una silla de ruedas.

Where are the pay phones?
¿Dónde están las cabinas telefónicas?

Where can I change my money?
¿Dónde puedo cambiar dinero?

I need to see a doctor.
Necesito un médico.