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KevJan · August 9, 2008, 01:44 PM

We have an exchange at Smuggler's Notch for September 27 and wonder which airports would be alternatives to Burlington? How far to drive from Montreal or Albany? Are there any suggestions? Thanks!

Moosie · August 9, 2008, 08:39 PM

You could fly into Manchester NH:
http://www.flymanchester.com/

However, I'm not sure how long a drive it would be to the Resort.

You could also fly into upstate NY, but again not sure of the drive.

I have to go get a map to see if I can figure out the possibilities.

Since that will take a while, I hope some one more knowing will see your post.

Kay H · August 9, 2008, 09:38 PM

Killington is 2 hrs from Albany and Smuggs is another 1 1/2 to 2 hrs from Killington. Maybe it wouldn't be that long if you went as the crow flies from Albany. I'm just taking a guess.

renee · August 10, 2008, 10:07 AM

Most of the time, we use Manchester, NH. I can fly using Southwest and rates are cheaper. I have also found our rental car to be a little cheaper in Manchester too. I believe it takes us about 2 to 2 1/2 hours in the summer to get to smuggs. In the winter, it would be longer. Very easy drive once you get out of the airport. Mostly interstate.

nerodog · August 10, 2008, 12:46 PM

I think Manchester is a good choice but fares might be higher...have you thought of Bradley AIrport in WIndsor locks , CT... outside of Hartford... you would then drive up rt.91 all the way to Smugs...guessing about 3.5 hours drive time.. ?

djs · August 11, 2008, 12:05 PM

I wouldn't fly to Montreal, mainly because you'd be going through customs two times each way, also wouldn't there be some sort of "departure" tax on an international flight? Manchester could work well as could Boston, though that would be about an hour longer drive than it would be from MHT.

Bill4728 · August 11, 2008, 12:46 PM

There are other things to consider.

You may find that driving a little extra is well worth it if you can cut down on lay-overs & changing planes. By flying into a closer airport you can sometimes save only a hour or two. IMHO, if that means a change of planes you'll likley find that your trip is now longer by flying to the nearer airport because of the added time changing planes.

Also, flying into the bigger airports is almost alway cheaper. (Of course, since Southwest generally likes the smaller airports, flying SW may be an exception)

August 9, 2008, 01:44 PM	#1
KevJan TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 17, 05 Location: Southern Utah Posts: 386 Resorts: Dolphin's Cove, Anaheim, CA; ORE at St. George, St. George, UT; MROP	Which Airport? We have an exchange at Smuggler's Notch for September 27 and wonder which airports would be alternatives to Burlington? How far to drive from Montreal or Albany? Are there any suggestions? Thanks!

August 9, 2008, 09:38 PM	#3
Kay H TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 6, 05 Location: South Jersey Posts: 1,043 Resorts: Killington Grand	Killington is 2 hrs from Albany and Smuggs is another 1 1/2 to 2 hrs from Killington. Maybe it wouldn't be that long if you went as the crow flies from Albany. I'm just taking a guess. __________________ Kay H

August 10, 2008, 12:46 PM	#5
nerodog TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 6, 05 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 631	airports/what about Bradley INternational outside of Hartford ? I think Manchester is a good choice but fares might be higher...have you thought of Bradley AIrport in WIndsor locks , CT... outside of Hartford... you would then drive up rt.91 all the way to Smugs...guessing about 3.5 hours drive time.. ?

August 11, 2008, 12:46 PM	#7
Bill4728 Moderator TUG Lifetime Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 6, 05 Location: Lake Tapps, WA Posts: 7,305 Resorts: Club Intrawest, Monarch Grand Vacations, Mountainside Lodge, Marriott Newport Coast	There are other things to consider. You may find that driving a little extra is well worth it if you can cut down on lay-overs & changing planes. By flying into a closer airport you can sometimes save only a hour or two. IMHO, if that means a change of planes you'll likley find that your trip is now longer by flying to the nearer airport because of the added time changing planes. Also, flying into the bigger airports is almost alway cheaper. (Of course, since Southwest generally likes the smaller airports, flying SW may be an exception) __________________ Bill All my posts should be considered my personal opinion or experience unless otherwise noted.

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August 9, 2008, 08:39 PM	#2
Moosie TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 11, 05 Location: MA Posts: 429	You could fly into Manchester NH: http://www.flymanchester.com/ However, I'm not sure how long a drive it would be to the Resort. You could also fly into upstate NY, but again not sure of the drive. I have to go get a map to see if I can figure out the possibilities. Since that will take a while, I hope some one more knowing will see your post.

August 10, 2008, 10:07 AM	#4
renee TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 10, 05 Location: Florida Posts: 16 Resorts: Smuggler's Notch, Vt., Glenmore Sands, SA	Most of the time, we use Manchester, NH. I can fly using Southwest and rates are cheaper. I have also found our rental car to be a little cheaper in Manchester too. I believe it takes us about 2 to 2 1/2 hours in the summer to get to smuggs. In the winter, it would be longer. Very easy drive once you get out of the airport. Mostly interstate.

August 11, 2008, 12:05 PM	#6
djs TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Nov 29, 06 Location: South Boston, MA Posts: 826 Resorts: Ridge Tahoe	I wouldn't fly to Montreal, mainly because you'd be going through customs two times each way, also wouldn't there be some sort of "departure" tax on an international flight? Manchester could work well as could Boston, though that would be about an hour longer drive than it would be from MHT.