Baltimore to Ponce, Guanica Flights

Airports in Baltimore

Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport serves the city of Baltimore. The airport is generally referred to as BWI and is located approximately 10 miles south of Baltimore. The budget travel planning tool on Orbitz.com makes it fast and easy to search for cheap flights from Baltimore. Several airlines serve the airport, including American Airlines, The American Eagle Network, AirTran Airways, Southwest Airlines, Delta, US Airways, Jet Blue, and Cape Air. The airport is named for Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American to serve on the Supreme Court and a native of Baltimore.

Parking at the Baltimore Airport

Hourly, daily, express, and long-term parking options are available at the Baltimore Airport. The most convenient and closest parking near the airport's terminal is available at the hourly garage at a rate of $2.00 for the first 30 minutes and at a maximum daily rate of $22.00. The daily garage is served by a shuttle bus and is available at a daily rate of $12.00 per day. Express parking offers travelers the option of being picked up by a shuttle at their parking spaces at a rate of $10.00 per day. Long-term parking is available at a rate of $8.00 per day.

Transportation at the Baltimore Airport

The airport is served by Bus Route 17 on the Maryland Transit Administration. The BW Rail Station is another option and is located approximately one mile from the airport. The airport is also served by Amtrak. Travel time via the train is approximately 10 minutes from Penn Station and 35 minutes from Union Station in Washington, D.C. Car rental services are also available at the airport, and travelers can use Orbitz.com to book budget car rental services in advance.

Restaurants at the Baltimore Airport

Travelers who wish to enjoy a light snack or meal prior to their flight will find that there are several choices available. There are also several breakfast and coffee options at the Baltimore Airport, including Dunkin Donuts and Starbucks Coffee. Orbitz.com makes it easy to locate cheap flights from Baltimore by searching several airlines at the same time.

Traveling to Ponce, Guanica

Ponce, located in the southern part of Puerto Rico, is the second-largest city on the island. The Mercedita Airport, located about four miles from the city center, serves the city, as well as the surrounding area. JetBlue airways is the primary airline operating from the airport, with flights to Ponce, Guanica, connecting through various other carriers in Orlando and New York. Reservations can be made using Orbitz.com.

Transportation From the Mercedita Airport

Airport shuttles are available to some of the hotels in Ponce, free of charge for certain guests, from the Mercedita Airport. The trip takes about 10 to 15 minutes. Taxis are available as well, offering metered service to destinations not offering the shuttle service.

Weather in Ponce

The weather in Ponce is beautiful throughout the year, with average highs between 87 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit no matter the month. Low temperatures average between 66 and 73 degrees. Dress should be light, airy clothing.

Things to Do in Ponce

Ponce has become a favored tourist attraction in southern Puerto Rico due to its historical significance as well as its beautiful scenery. There are multiple museums operating throughout the downtown area, all run by the municipal government. The Serralles Castle and the Cruceta El Vigia observation tower offers tourist destinations for those interested in the history of the area, while the Paseo Tablado La Guancha along the shore features a lovely marina filled with kiosks selling local crafts and street performers. For relaxation, visitors can enjoy the beautiful sand-covered beaches that are alone worth the cost of flights to Ponce, Guanica. For those on a budget, flights can be reserved through Orbitz.com.