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Memphis International Airport

Booking cheap flights from Memphis is easy at Orbitz.com. The site searches a variety of airlines at one time to locate the best deals for the budget traveler. Memphis International Airport is located approximately seven miles from downtown Memphis on Rental Road. The airport is currently serviced by nine domestic and international airlines, with nonstop service to a wide variety of travel destinations. Airlines include Air Canada, American Airlines, Delta and United Express. Orbitz.com can book an air ticket on the majority of these airlines.

Parking at Memphis International

Both long-term and short-term parking is available at the Memphis International Airport. Rates are charged by the hour or by the day. The first hour of parking in the short-term lot is free, which is useful for drop off and pick up. For travelers on a budget, economy parking is available in the far lots at a reduced rate. Shuttle services are available to and from all lots. Complementary 24-hour vehicle services are provided for airport customers. These services include battery starts, tire inflation, lost car location and escorting services.

Transportation to the Airport

Metered taxi services are available both to and from the airport. The Memphis Area Transit Authority bus service is also available for a flat rate. Orbitz.com can help individuals locate car rental services to the airport. Rental services include Alamo, Avis, Budget and Hertz.

Restaurants at the Airport

Travelers who arrive at the airport early may wish to enjoy a snack or a meal before departure. Starbucks Coffee offers a variety of gourmet coffees and pastries. Lennie's Sub Shop offers breakfast menu items for those who prefer a meal. Booking cheap flights from Memphis is easy using Orbitz.com, which offers a variety of travel services for the budget traveler.

Airports in Anchorage

Explore the wilds of America's last frontier when you visit Anchorage, Alaska. Start your journey by searching for cheap flights to Anchorage on Orbitz.com. The search options on the site help you get exactly what you want at a fair price. The main airport for the Anchorage area is the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, located about five miles outside of downtown. Some of the airlines that regularly fly in to the airport are Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Delta, Condor, Korea Airlines and US Airways. No matter where you're flying from, finding low fares is a snap on Orbitz.com.

Transportation from the Airport

A free shuttle bus service takes passengers between terminals and to the car-rental facility. Shuttles to lodgings in Anchorage are available but must be booked ahead of time. The Municipality of Anchorage People Mover Bus runs from 6 a.m. until 11 p.m., with stops at the airport and throughout the city. Alternatively, you can take a taxi from the terminal to your hotel.

Weather in Anchorage

Because of its high latitude, summer days in Anchorage are extremely long. High temperatures during the summer months range from 55 to 65°F. During heat waves, the temperature may surge into the 80s. Winters are cold but not as cold as interior Alaska. Average temperatures during the winter are consistently below freezing, and annual snowfall is about 75 inches.

Things to Do in Anchorage

The Alaska Zoo and Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center both provide a chance to get close to some of the arctic's native creatures. Several mountain skiing areas and resorts are located a short distance from the city. Flights to Anchorage start out right when you book on Orbitz.com.