Condor: Turin to Zanzibar

The carrier: Condor

About

Owned by Thomas Cook, Condor is a massive charter airline operation. Condor connects German airports to southern Europe, with a destination map that extends to Africa, Asia and the Americas. In 1971, Condor was the world's first leisure airline to use a Boeing 747 in its fleet. Note: Many of Condor's flights are essentially charter flights ferrying vacation package holders away or back home.

Upside

Great connections within Europe and beyond. Unlike other airlines, Condor usually allows reservation changes without the nasty fees.

Downside

Many routes are flown infrequently. Old planes.

Baggage

* Carry-on: One item, up to 6 kg, plus laptop.
* Checked: Limits vary according to length of trip, but you’re allowed between 20-30 kg of stuff. Excess baggage will be charged $11 per kg.

* Please visit Condor’s website for more information on its baggage policy.

Seating

You can reserve seats in advance by paying €10 on one-way flights, €20 for returns. You can choose your seats online as soon as you book the flight. And, free seat reservations are always available for small children and the disabled.

Check-in and Ticketing

Online check-in is available for several German airports, excluding flights to the US and Canada.  It is available between 30 hours and 2 hours before departure.  It is available for passengers with and without checked bagged. 

Tip

In the event that you know you'll be lugging around much more than 20-30 kg, book a "baggage allowance package". Fees apply. For example, an extra 5 kilos will cost you anywhere from €23-37 depending on the flight.

Fun Fact

To get your vacation off to a good start, Condor invites you  to have a welcome cocktail – a "heavenly delight". Choose from popular cocktails like vodka bitter lemon, gin tonic, Campari orange and from non-alcoholic beverages.

Departure: Turin, Italy - Torino-Caselle (TRN)

Turin International Airport or "Aeroporto Internazionale di Torino-Caselle Sandro Pertini," also known as "Torino-Caselle Airport," is one of the main hubs of Air One. Location: Turin International Airport is located 16 kilometers (9 miles) from city center. Transport: - Rail: The airport has a railway link to GTT Dora Railway Station in Turin. The railway station at the airport is a few meters from the air terminal. - Bus: There is bus service to Turin city center and the Porta Nuova main railway station, Porta Susa railway station, Via Borgaro and Caselle city center. - Taxi: The taxi terminal is located at the Arrivals Level in front of the exit. Service: There is Tourist Help Desk located at the airport as well as a Lost and Found office (located on the Arrivals level next to the baggage-claim area). There are bars, cafes and restaurants are located at the airport, which include a self-service restaurant and Italian espresso coffee bars. Travelers can pass time at the Duty Free Shop, Newsagent/Tobacconist, and Gift Shops. There is a bank, bureau de change, and ATMs available at the airport. Other facilities include a baby changing room and First Aid. more...

Arrival: Zanzibar, Tanzania - Kisauni (ZNZ)

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