The Facts Before you Book
Booked airport transfers are the most usual reason for choosing a bus, and in many cases, it can become one of the most complicated reasons, as well. Only some little mistakes can ruin the whole thing for you. The wrong time for picking up, a grumpy driver or unsuitable vehicle size which does not fit your passengers and their luggage, can turn from a very comfortable thing into a nightmare for travelers. Scheduling is not under your control but depends on flight schedules. So, the transfers from airports require strict punctuality as other transportation does.
This section covers all information which can be useful for choosing the right size of a vehicle, routes for transfers and other information which may influence the process of booking a transfer from an airport to Granada.
What Makes Airport Transfers Special
When making a transfer to Granada from its airport, there is a small possibility of having some delays due to some traffic problems on the way. This is the main rule which you have to remember while booking a transfer. If you're making a day trip to any destination in Spain, you will not face this problem.
So, it is important to find an operator who can provide transfers according to the current situation on the streets. It would not be a problem if you traveled to Granada from its airport, but if you have to come from Malaga's airport, it is better to calculate a time precisely due to its location far from Granada.
As you see, a professional driver can plan the best routes, take into account all traffic problems and knows well the airport very well in which you will be picked up. Also, he/she can track all the schedules of flights and adjust pick-up time automatically.
Choosing the Size of Your Transfer Vehicle
While making a transfer booking, you have to pay attention not only to the number of passengers, but to their luggage. During the transfer, you will have to transport it to your destination for the whole journey. In addition, you have to give special seats on your transport to store luggage safely. This moment cannot be overlooked when booking a transfer.
Mini-coaches are perfect for traveling with families and friends, because of their comfortable space – from 8 to 16 passengers. But for bigger groups, including students, the suitable vehicles are midi-coaches, as they accommodate from 16 to 33 passengers. Full-size coaches are suitable for transporting from 33 to 57 passengers, and also have sufficient places to store their luggage.
So, if you do not mention luggage sizes, it can become one of your mistakes while booking a transfer from the airport to Granada.
Airports and Routes, which are Used for Transfers Mostly
Federico García Lorca Granada Airport is Granada's airport, and it is situated 20–25 kilometers from the city center. As you see, it does not have many flight schedules, unlike other airports in Spain. That is why the most preferred airport for visiting Granada is Málaga-Costa Del Sol Airport, which has more flight schedules. But you have to spend more time while transferring from Malaga due to the distance between them and mountain roads, which can become a problem when it snows in winter time.
As you see, the most frequent booking of transfer is from Malaga's airport to Granada, and vice versa. The professional operator not only knows better alternative routes to Malaga, excluding the main route A-92. Also, he/she considers current weather. Near Granada, there are mostly transfers to Granada airport and within the city.
The Preparation, Which You Should Make Before Bookings
In the first place, try to find out how the operator uses the tracking system of flights. For instance, your time for picking up must be set precisely through this system. Otherwise, it is better to look for another operator who uses it.
The second thing to know is whether there is an airport parking fee in the total price. A lot of operators use this kind of scam.
Also, it is important to find out whether your operator provides name boards for your group in the airport and the system, which can help him/her find you quicker.
But for departure bookings, it is necessary to check whether the buffer time for making transfer is enough for early flights or if you have to go from Granada to Malaga airport to take a flight.
All professional companies give you a window for picking up and the opportunity to contact you by phone while transferring.
