Atlantic City International Overview
Airport Code
ACY
Full Airport Name
Atlantic City International
Address
Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey 08234, USA
Country Code
1
Telephone
(609) 641 3833
Fax
(609) 641 4348
E-mail
Via the airport’s website
Website
www.sjta.com
Number of Terminals
1
Time Zone
GMT - 5 (GMT - 4 from first Sunday in April to last Sunday in October)
Location
The airport is located to the north of Atlantic City in New Jersey.
Airport News
Construction of a new parking garage facility is scheduled for completion in late 2007. Work on a new bag screening facility project is expected to be completed in 2007.
Driving Directions
The airport terminal is positioned off Amelia Earhart Boulevard. Visitors can access the airport from the Atlantic City Expressway, using exit 7 or 9.
Car Parking
The airport has parking options for short- and long-term arrangements. Short-term charges are by the hour while long-term rates are per 24 hours. Visitors can walk to the terminal or use the free shuttle that makes continuous trips to and from the parking lot. The overall capacity for the main parking lot is about 1,400 spaces. In addition, there is an overflow facility that can provide another 100 spaces when needed.
Car Hire
Avis, Budget and Hertz are represented. Desks are located inside the terminal next to the baggage claim area. Car zones are located adjacent to the rental offices and next to kerbside check-in.
Public Transport
Road: Bus: Passengers wishing to travel to Atlantic City and destinations throughout the region can use the SJTA TransIT Link (website: www.njtransit.com) shuttle to travel between the airport and the Pleasantville Bus Terminal.
Taxi: Taxis are available from the airport to Atlantic City and surrounding areas (journey time: 20-30 minutes)
Shuttle: Yellow Van Shuttle Service provides door-to-door service throughout the region in passenger vans with 10 or 12 seats. Vans are accessible for disabled people. It is recommended that individuals make arrangements prior to pick-up.
Information and Help Desks
The customer service information desk is located in the lower level, near the main entrance of the terminal. It is open seven days a week.
Airport Facilities
Money and communications: ATM service is available on the lower level near the gift shop. Pay phones are available on both levels of the terminal. Wi-Fi is available on the second floor.
Eating and drinking: Food and drink outlets can be found throughout the airport and include a restaurant, bar, grill and sandwich shop.
Shopping: Duty-free shopping includes a gift retail shop on the lower level and a specialty retail shop on the second floor. There is also a kiosk that sells accessory items on the second floor.
Luggage: The baggage claim facility is located in the main terminal near the car hire booths. A porter service is also available. Porters are self-employed and rely on tips for their income.
Other facilities: Baby changing facilities can be found in all ladies' toilets. Lost property can be reclaimed through contact with the customer service information desk.
Conference and Business Facilities
There are two locations for meeting rooms, in the main terminal and in the airport administration offices. There is a small conference room that can accommodate 8-10 people and two large conference rooms with space for 20-30 people. Catering is available for meetings or conferences in these facilities. Photocopier, fax and courier services are also available. Contact the airport administration (tel: (609) 641 3833) for more information.
Facilities for Disabled Travelers
The airport is fully accessible for disabled travelers, with lifts, ramps and bathroom facilities. Wheelchairs can be supplied if required. Passengers are advised to inform their airline of any special needs in advance. The parking facilities have designated spaces for disabled travelers. For hearing impaired people, the airport uses an Intercom Messaging System for PDA announcements. Signage for office and bathroom facilities includes Braille script for people who are visually impaired.
Hotels
Hotel reservations can be made at the airport by using the automated telephone located in the phone information center in the baggage claim area or otherwise contact the airport hotel reservation line (tel: 1 866 874 5016).
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