How Airports Actually Make Money
How Airports Actually Make Money
Before you fly off to your long-awaited vacay, you have one task: get to your gate without giving in to the airport’s sly ways of separating you from your money! Think you can do it? Well, it all starts in the parking lot. We all know that parking at the airport costs a fortune. Do you know how you can pay less? There’s always a trade-off between cost and convenience.
The airport doesn’t want you to just sit or sleep in the waiting area at your gate until it’s time to board – they want you on your feet and exploring. They don’t announce boarding times until the last minute. Why tell all passengers on a certain flight that they’ll be leaving in an hour when you can cut that warning down to 20-30 minutes so that they spend more time in the stores?
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TIMESTAMPS:
The parking lot 0:24
Long waiting times 0:44
Limiting liquids 1:18
Airport layout 1:41
“Duty-free” shopping 2:10
Bright Spacious Stores 2:42
Sales, Promos, and Bonuses! 3:07
Self-Service Kiosks 3:47
Carpeted Walkways 4:10
Sample Services 4:34
Limited Wi-Fi 5:00
Pricey Dining 5:33
Strategically Located Walk-through Stores 6:14
Waiting to announce boarding 6:36
A Long Way to the Gate 7:12
Last-minute Offers 7:42
Unexpected Delays 8:04
Currency Exchange 8:38
Souvenir Stores 9:13
VAT Refunds 9:38
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21 June 2018, Hoofddorp, Netherlands. Aerial bird view of Schiphol Amsterdam Airport on a cloudy day. A lot of KLM jets are parked at the gate: By Aerovista Luchtfotografie/Shutterstock.com, https://www.shutterstock.com/image-photo/21-june-2018-hoofddorp-netherlands-aerial-1142835089
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SUMMARY:
– Airports encourage you to arrive early to clear security checks and not miss your flight. But chances are you’ll have loads of free time, so you’ll just end up hanging out in the cafes, shops, and restaurants until boarding time.
– If you’re right-handed like 90% of the population, then you instinctively look to the right as you walk through curves leaning to the left. And before you know it, you find yourself in one of those cool-looking shops on the way.
– You might also find that you’re drawn to the stores with access to direct light. Those big windows everywhere sure help!
– When it comes to walking around the airport, carpets create a calming effect that hard flooring doesn’t. Studies have shown that relaxed passengers spend 7% more at retail stores and 10% more at duty-free.
– Remember that as you’re lying on that massage table getting your muscles smooshed around, you’re vulnerable to all kinds of sales talk about this salon’s other amazing services… that you can get for a price!
– If you want to dine in at a restaurant instead of packing a security-approved lunch, consider coupon sites. Just call the restaurant in advance to confirm they’ll accept it.
– You’ve resisted many temptations, and you’re finally approaching your gate. But what’s that? Last-minute retail offers? No, don’t be so relaxed to the point you end up unexpectedly spending AGAIN when you’re so close to your goal!
– If you’ve got a long delay and it’s time to eat, try to figure out where the airport cafeteria is. I’m talking about the one where employees go. Even if it’s far from your departure gate, it’s still worth it.
– Airport currency exchange booths – how convenient! But you’ll pay the price for such a convenience.
– Don’t rush into that souvenir shop either! Again, wait until you get settled in the city or wherever you’re vacationing.
– Alright, it’s time to head back home from your European vacation. Did you manage to get lots of goodies to bring back home? Those purchases likely included the standard VAT (or Value Added Tax). Don’t forget to go to the VAT Refund Counter at the airport!
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I dont go in cars anymore I go in coachs 🚍🚍🚍
I click because the picture on the thumbnail is from Changi Airport Singapore! 😍
I am an aviation student and I have learnt about airport concessionaires fair enough they need to make money but you are saying things that are not true. And delays are cost to the airline and it just won’t happen like that.
yes i can resist entering those shops
Airports are just shopping centres for tourists.
I’ve never fallen for those tricks. I may browse but, I rarely buy. If I find something I like, I snap a picture and try to find it, or something similar, on Amazon. As for meals, I eat before I get to the airport, and have snacks with me for layovers.
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Please upload original content
I have traveled internationally for about one third of my life, fortunately i just browse attractive items in airport shops and buy them from the city i am traveling to. It has happened for a time two when i forget gifts from the family so i had no option but to buy it. And yes, a good playlist helps more than movies. Eyes remain relaxed
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All YouTubers that need help let’s work together!!!
am I the only one , who notices indian note in video 😂😂
It is so fun to eat and play games at airports like everyone does
Why does bright side love India so much?? Showing Indian currency exchange
Hey Brightsiders! What’s your dream travel destination? ✈️
What normal people see:🥛. what airport security sees:🔫🗡️✴️💥💣
3:34 Say: sry i am allergic to fragranges
Thank you God bless
Most of this money goes to the store not the airport. They get money from airlines. The airlines pay to be able to use their planes at that airport. And To store in hangers and other things.
This is why you dont trust info from a channel made by 5 minute crafts.
This video should have been called,
How to NOT spend money at airports.
Who all don’t have money for boarding a flight😌
but when in amsterdam you can go to airport and buy chocolates and souvenirs because it is cheaper than the price in cities
I love traveling by airplanes
no wifi sine *gets* app with no wifi
7:45 u say to urself yes by watching other vid u say saying yes too much triggers ur brain to a No ur so sus
Mine is Etihad airways from O’Hare International Airport (ORD) Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
Anyone out of
The 10% lefties here!
Only me , ok
This is a great informative video! Thank you for sharing
Sydney, Singapore both have unlimited wifi
I’ll just sleep in the waiting lobby untill the operator shouts my name as the last announcement to board the aircraft! 😂😂😂
10:08 😂
dude, i love the airport !✈✈✈✈
When you keep on seeing the burger and french fries: 👁👄👁
Did you know that many airport hotels have one of these🚍?
Yeah but the DDF or Dubai Duty Free is famous for 1000s of products
I have kept this in my watch later videos and finally I have been able to watch it😁
To be honest though, getting a meal/snacks at the airport it’s just so much more fun I like arriving early because then I am not panicking about getting late. It’s more of a peace of mind thing
For number one you could get a relative to drive you there
In New York, there’s a company called Blade, which offers helicopter service to the airport.
I spent 12$ on a sandwich in Montreal…
I am Lefthander so yah
Airport companies : NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!
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Hi Bright Side Love from Swaziland
You mean the titanic sunk because they did it pay enough taxes ? 😂😂😂
I usually love Bright Side videos but i must say i was highly disappointed with this one from the plain lack of research… Most of it describes how tenants at the airport make money, not the business model of an airport itself. Airports ACTUALLY make money through both Aeronautical Services and Non-Aeronautical services. Internationally only about 40% of the airport revenue comes from rent or profit-sharing of the commercial activities described here. The bigger chunk of the pie belongs to aeronautical and other revenue including your Fuel Supply,, Air traffic management (Using navigation, surveillance & communication), Ground Service including safety (Landing, parking etc), Baggage Handling (Passengers, Cargo etc), Cargo Facility etc…
Is it just me or is bright side obsessed with airplanes
Don’t bother with a monthly fee though your bank for an airport lounges
Thanks for telling the Airport secrets. They just trying to Hustle and make a living sheesh
Is it just me or does the thumbnail look like a miniature world
Cm’n I like shopping in airports