WindJet: Brussels to Forli

The carrier: WindJet

Upside
Forli-based airport good for getting to and from Emilia-Romagna and Sicily.

Downside
Limited route map not good for expansive trip planning. Frequent delays.

About
Italian budget airline WindJet flies from ten airports in Italy, three in Russia (Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Rostov), and a smattering of other destinations in Romania, Spain, France, and Greece. Forlì and Catania are WindJet's primary bases.

A relatively small budget airline, WindJet is a good way to get to and from Italy.

Baggage
* Carry-on: One item, up to 7 kg.
* Checked: Up to 20 kg for international flights; 15 kg for national flights. Each kilo over is charged at the rate of €8.

Tip
Not recommended if you have connecting flights or are on a tight schedule.
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Departure: Brussels, Belgium - Charleroi (CRL)

Brussels South Charleroi Airport in Wallonia, Belgium has just opened a new terminal in January 2008 which has the capacity to serve of up to 5 million passengers a year and is a host to sever budget carriers.

Location: South Charleroi Airport is located 4 miles (7kilometres) north of Charleroi, 46km (28.75 miles) from central Brussels, in Wallonia (Belgium).

Transport:

- Rail: From any railway station in Belgium, you can reach Charleroi Brussels South airport by asking for a "bulk-Charleroi airport" ticket at the railway station you start from. When you arrive at Charleroi South station, you only need to take the A bus line to reach the airport passenger terminal in a few minutes. The "bulk" ticket price includes both rail and bus rides. Similarly, when you land at the airport, you can buy the same "bulk" ticket at the airport ticket desk. From Charleroi station, you can take a train to any railway station in Belgium. For specific rates and times consult the railway timetable website.

- Bus: Shuttles are available to and from South Charleroi Airport and the Charleroi bus station using line A. For specific rates and times consult the bus timetable website.

- Taxi: Taxi cabs are always available outside the passenger terminal. Do not hesitate to ask taxi drivers about offering a fixed price to your destination. This will often be an option.

Service: Airport amenities include automated teller machines, internet hotspots, telephone booths, massage seats, baggage storage, a restaurant and bar, newsstand and pharmacy. more...

Arrival: Forli, Italy - Forli (FRL)

Forlì Airport is an airport near Forlì, in northern Italy. The airport is mainly served by Ryanair and Windjet.

Location: Forli Airport is located 5 kilometers (3 miles) from Forli city centre.

Transport:

- Rail: The railway station is 4 km from the airport and there is a bus that connects to and from it.

- Bus: Forli town's bus service runs every 20 minutes and connects the airport with town and the railway station.

- Taxi: Taxis are available at the airport.

Service: The airport contains an information desk, internet access and First-Aid facilities. There is a Duty Free shop and newsstand and tobacconist located at the airport as well as refreshment facilities. Passengers are able to have their luggage wrapped in protective heavy duty plastic foil, prior to the check-in procedures in the departure terminal. more...