What to do at ATL, TPA, BNA from midnight to about 6 AM?
Feb 16, 2024, 10:35 am
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BNA I’ve gone in and thru quite a bit. My brother has lived in nashville for the last 30 years. I have done at least 1 flight therr over the years ( usually more) and others I’ve connected thru it.
Because the airport is a hub for southwest, the southwest part of the airport might be better designed and have things open later like right after you land around midnight and things open pre flight at 430am.
most airports allow people to stay inside security with these long layover flights. It is generally allowed in places where it’s common booking practice. Since southwest doesn’t do red eyes many do split bookings of arriving late after midnight then connecting on a pre 8am flight. It’s also allowed during weather delays with missed/ cancelled flights.
therr are those areas in boarding where you have plug areas that are like desks or bars. They also are in food court areas.
I’ve only done tampa a few times but it’s been awhile since last time I flew to/ thru
Because the airport is a hub for southwest, the southwest part of the airport might be better designed and have things open later like right after you land around midnight and things open pre flight at 430am.
most airports allow people to stay inside security with these long layover flights. It is generally allowed in places where it’s common booking practice. Since southwest doesn’t do red eyes many do split bookings of arriving late after midnight then connecting on a pre 8am flight. It’s also allowed during weather delays with missed/ cancelled flights.
therr are those areas in boarding where you have plug areas that are like desks or bars. They also are in food court areas.
I’ve only done tampa a few times but it’s been awhile since last time I flew to/ thru
dblumenhoff, if what you say is true, that sucks!
Feb 16, 2024, 3:55 pm
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+1 to ATL and the Clermont Lounge idea. You can do it for less than $200 and also gain valuable life experience. Win win.
Feb 23, 2024, 1:13 pm
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There’s a connected Marriott at TPA.
I would definitely trade $200 for 4-6 hours of comfort. Absolutely no decent areas to rest in TPA otherwise. Unless you’re a broke college student, factor hotel costs into the equation or pick another flight.
Your back will thank you.
I would definitely trade $200 for 4-6 hours of comfort. Absolutely no decent areas to rest in TPA otherwise. Unless you’re a broke college student, factor hotel costs into the equation or pick another flight.
Your back will thank you.
When I arrived into TPA last week after midnight I saw several people in the landslide area getting ready to spend the night there. It's a lovely airport but I'm not sure I'd feel the same way about it if I had to sleep there.
There's a 24 hour Waffle House and a 24 hour IHOP near the airport.
Feb 23, 2024, 1:23 pm
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I don't think I've ever seen rates for the Marriott at TPA start with the number 2.
When I arrived into TPA last week after midnight I saw several people in the landslide area getting ready to spend the night there. It's a lovely airport but I'm not sure I'd feel the same way about it if I had to sleep there.
There's a 24 hour Waffle House and a 24 hour IHOP near the airport.
When I arrived into TPA last week after midnight I saw several people in the landslide area getting ready to spend the night there. It's a lovely airport but I'm not sure I'd feel the same way about it if I had to sleep there.
There's a 24 hour Waffle House and a 24 hour IHOP near the airport.
Feb 23, 2024, 4:25 pm
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If you book a refundable rate a month or two out, you can often get the Springhill Suites on the landside tram line at ATL for $120/night plus tax. It’s a nice property and the employees are used to those kinds of quick stays.