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Many cities are served by multiple airports. Larger airports have more flight options, especially direct flights, more facilities and more amenities such as shops and restaurants. But often times larger airports serve as hubs for the major carriers, and their presence there -and often dominance - means you often pay higher fares. Larger airports also tend to have higher parking rates, are more congested, and have more delays (due to aircraft traffic). On the other hand, if the closest airport you choose to fly to or from is a smaller regional airport, you might be rewarded with lower fares, fewer delays, and less traffic. That might even make it worthwhile - even if the nearest airport is a bit further of a drive.
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Daytona Beach International Airport
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The first flight in Daytona Beach occurred in 1906 by Israel Ludlow, using the beach as a runway. By 1928, the beach had proved to not be the perfect spot for the growing aviation scene in Daytona. The city moved it to Bethune Point, right on the Halifax River, but two years later, in 1930, the airport was moved again, to it's current location, just a few hundred feet from the main drag of International Speedway Blvd. Here it earned the official name of Daytona Beach Municipal Airport. For a short while in 1940, a zoo-keeper was hired to maintain the airport. When World War II broke out, the US Navy took over and used the airport for training. But the ownership was given back to the city of Daytona Beach in 1946. The first terminal wasn't built until 1952, but once complete, it brought in a great amount of traffic. In 1969, Volusia County took over management and renamed the airport to Daytona Beach Regional Airport. Several years later, in 1992, a newer, more modern terminal was built, adding an international terminal, and a longer 10,500-foot runway. The new terminal and longer runway gave the airport it's current status and name, Daytona Beach International Airport. The only daily direct flights out of the country are provided by Vintage Props and Jets using small, turbo-prop aircraft. Airlines and Destinations: Note: These are direct flights only, and do not include connections to other destinations. |
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