80249 Denver Airport Travel Information

Travel Information for the Denver International Airport 80249 By Paul John

I am Traveling to the Denver International Airport, What airport information do I need to know?

Visit the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Web site to learn how to improve your security experience at the Denver Airport.
•Visit your Denver International airline’s Web site to check-in for your flight online and select your seating.
•Call the Denver Airport at 303-342-8477 for current wait times at security screening.
•Call 303-342-7275 for parking space availability.
•Call 720-535-6030 for information on llimousines, shuttles, taxis, buses, and other commercial passenger transportation.

Getting to the Airport
Denver International Airport is located less than 35 minutes from downtown Denver by car, shuttle Van, public transportation or taxi.
Peña Boulevard is the only route to the Denver International Airport or DIA. Pena boulevard is accessible from Colorado Interstate I-70 Exit 284 eastbound and Exit 285 westbound, or from the E-470 toll road.

Passenger Drop Off at the Denver International Airport
If you are dropping off a passenger follow the Departures signs to either east or west sides depending on your passengers Airline roadway signs indicate which east or west side you need to select. Denver International Airline ticket counters are just inside the doors or check in with the Sky Captains outside.

Airport Transportation at the Denver International Airport
Colorado Airport Transportation, LLC recommends the following; Always pre-arrange your Limousine or Shuttle Van for Denver airport transportation 1 to 10 days in advance and Give yourself at least a 2 hour head start before your flight departs from the Denver International Airport ( Elderly Adults may require more time for mobility around the airport). Reservation call 720-535-6030 Supporting the entire State of Colorado.

Airport Parking at the Denver International Airport
•Short-term parking is available terminal Garage West or terminal Garage East for $3 per hour.
•The $11-per-day Economy West and Economy East lots always fill up first. Please call before leaving to the Denver Airport for availability 303-342-7275.
•The $7-per-day Pikes Peak Shuttle Parking. Please allow an extra time 30 to 40 minutes depending on the weather to get to the lot and catch the Denver International Airport shuttle bus to be dropped off curbside.
•Last-minute travelers should be able to find space in the terminal parking garages, which cost $2 per hour or a maximum $21 per day. This garage fills up during the holidays.
•Parking along Pena Boulevard airport roadway is illegal and dangerous, and violators are subject to towing and a fine.

Checking In at the Denver International Airport
Denver International Airport recommends that you be in the ticketing lobbies at least 1 Hour before your departure, with international travelers allow at least two hours. This will give you enough time to check in, pass through TSA security screening and get to your departure gate. Add extra time if you plan to use Denver Airport parking shuttle and any parking lots.

Checked Luggage at the Denver International Airport
•Checking your luggage at curbside with the Sky Captain may be faster than checking bags at the Denver Airline ticket counter.
•Place identification tags on the outside and inside of all bags traveling with you.
•Leave Christmas gift packages unwrapped.

Carry-on Luggage at the Denver International Airport
•You are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item a purse, briefcase or laptop. Denver Airlines are enforcing this rule. A carry-on bag must fit under your seat or in the aircraft's overhead bin.
•Carry-on bag dimensions: 9-inches by 14-inches by 22-inches.
•Pack medicines example: insulin, needles, prescription drugs, diapers, and baby food.

Passenger Pick up from the Denver International Airport for Limousines and Shuttle service
Colorado Airport Transportation, LLC for prearranged ground transportation service it is simple just follow everyone off the airplane after you have landed at Denver International Airport to the Concourse train that will drop you off at the main building. The baggage claim area is located on the 5th level of the Denver International Airport.

After you have received your luggage, Go directly out the baggage claim doors and in the center island #1 you will see a white booth Marked "Limo's & Taxi's ". Tell the booth attendant your "name" and let them know you are waiting for Colorado Airport Transportation, the Denver Airport attendant will call your driver to be released from the holding lot to take you to your destination. Any questions please call 720-535-6030

Passenger Pickup from the Denver International Airport
Arrivals located on level 4 of Jeppesen Terminal is designated for passenger pickup. Arriving passengers collect luggage on level 5 of the terminal, then take the stairs down to level 4, for private automobiles drive to pick up passengers. Drivers are not allowed to park and wait for passengers to arrive. Passengers must be at outside waiting for their rides. Any unattended vehicles will be towed immediately.
Drivers should follow the signs on Peña Boulevard to the Arrivals level on either the east or west side of the terminal, according to airline name. Overhead signs identify airline locations.

Pet Owners tips for traveling for the Denver International Airport
For pets that fly, federal and state laws require a health certificate signed by a veterinarian. These certificates, which can be provided by your vet, must be presented to your airline prior to your flight.
Consider several things before flying with a pet, especially if it will be traveling in the cargo hold:
•Your pet’s health and age.
•Remember, puppies and kittens must be at least eight weeks old to travel on an aircraft.
•Try to book a nonstop flight.
•Be sure your pet’s collar and kennel have identification tags that include your name, telephone number, and flight information.
•If the pet is flying in the cargo hold, make sure you put food and water in the kennel.