Everything about flying is exciting. Well, everything except the part before you fly. A lot of things can make you want to scream in frustration while waiting at the airport: bad weather, long queues, noisy passengers. We could go on, but instead, we’ll tell you about the apps we turn to to fix everything from a growling stomach to jet lag. You’re on your phone already, right? Here are some of our favourites we always keep on our home screens.
LoungeBuddy
Regardless of whether you are traveling for business or leisure, lounge access can help you make the most of your airport experience. Whether your goal is to relax, grab some drinks, be productive, or just get away from it all, airport lounges can provide you with complete peace of mind on your journey. With LoungeBuddy, all traveller's can access any of the lounges in the network — no memberships, elite statuses, or first class tickets required.
FLIO
Get instant updates for your flights: be the first to know about any delays, gate changes, boarding times and baggage claim belts with FLIO’s real-time flight status system. Find all the information you need at the airport: Arrival and departure times, gate locations, food options, the best shops, transportation, terminal maps ... it has you covered! The safety of your luggage is no longer an issue! A 24 hrs, 7 days call centre available in 6 languages, will manage the return of a delayed luggage within 48hrs or you get refund!
Grab
Grab a better airport experience by unlocking access to dining and retail information and ordering along your path through the airport. In app mapping with turn by turn directions and directories at over 60 airports world-wide help travellers make intuitive decisions while they travel. Order food using the Grab mobile app and avoid lines at the airport going straight to the Grab pick up area on your way to the gate.
SeatGuru
Optimised for your iPhone, iPod Touch and Android, SeatGuru provides you with seat maps and insights from over 45,000 flier reviews, right at your fingertips. Now even at the airport, you can always find the best seat before you fly. Features: Over 800 colour-coded airplane seat maps. SeatGuru.com