Departure and Arrival Airports Components of a Flight Schedule


 

Departure and Arrival Airports - Components of a Flight Schedule 




  1. Departure Airport (Origin Airport)


The departure Airport is where the Flight begins. This is the origin point of the scheduled Flight. Key components include:

  • Airport Name: e.g., Indira Gandhi International Airport

  • IATA Code: A three-letter code used in Flight schedules (e.g., DEL for Delhi)

  • City & Country: The city and country where the Airport is located

  • Terminal & Gate (if applicable): Specifies which part of the Airport to go to

  • Scheduled Departure Time: Local time when the Flight is scheduled to take off

  • Check-in & Boarding Information: When and where to check-in and board


  1. Arrival Airport (Destination Airport)

The arrival Airport is where the Flight ends. It is the destination in the Flight schedule. Key components include:

  • Airport Name: e.g., Toronto Pearson International Airport

  • IATA Code: e.g., YYZ for Toronto

  • City & Country: The city and country where the Airport is located

  • Terminal & Gate (if known): Some international Airports have multiple terminals

  • Scheduled Arrival Time: Local time when the Flight is scheduled to land

  • Baggage Claim Area: Where passengers retrieve luggage (often shown on arrival screens)







Importance of Departure and Arrival Airports in a Flight Schedule


Aspect

Departure Airport

Arrival Airport

Start/ End of journey

Marks the beginning 

Marks the end

Time Zone 

Determines local departure time

Determines local arrival time

Flight Route 

Helps calculate duration

Important for layovers

Customs & Immigration 

Departure procedures (security, immigration)

Arrival procedures (passport control, baggage claim)

Airport services 

Lounge, check-in, duty-free

Baggage services, transportation options

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