Airport Stress Calculator

‘Airport Stress Calculator’

Catching a flight is rarely as simple as it sounds.

Particularly these days, when over half (61%) of flights are delayed or cancelled.

Amidst the potential for unexpected disruptions and things to go wrong, air travel can become pretty stressful - especially because you never know what you’re in for until the day of your journey.

However, that’s about to change. 

Now, thanks to FlightsFinder, you won’t have to face this uncertainty. While we can’t promise a trouble-free travel experience, we can provide you with a clearer picture of what to expect during your time in the airport in advance of your trip. 

Cue the Airport Stress Calculator.

All you need to do is fill in your time of departure, the airline you’re flying with and the airport you’re flying from. Then, the calculator will work its magic and give you the percentage risk that you will have a stressful airport experience. 

So what are you waiting for? Put in your flight details and let’s find out what you’re in for during your next trip to the airport!

We have analysed data on three of the most common sources of stress for air travellers: the busyness of the airport at the time of your flight, the stringency of the baggage restrictions imposed by your airline and the likelihood of delays at your selected airport.

We have used this information to develop the Airport Stress Calculator. This tool can predict how challenging your flying experience is going to be during your upcoming trips.

All you need to do is fill in your time of departure, the airline you’re flying with and the airport you’re flying from. Then, the calculator will work its magic and give you the percentage risk that you will have a stressful airport experience. 

Stress Factor 1.)

How Busy The Airport Will Be

Congestion levels directly affect your airport experience. A busy airport often means longer queues and limited seating in waiting areas, which can increase your travel stress.

We've analysed airport data to rate how busy they are at specific times, assigning scores based on their congestion levels. Then, we have used this data as a metric to predict how busy they will be during your next trip.

Stress Factor 2.)

Luggage Restrictions

The smaller the hand luggage allowance, the more stressful it can be to condense your packing. The challenge of squeezing all of your belongings into a compact bag can lead to anxiety about potential overweight or oversized fees at the airport.

We have reviewed baggage weight restrictions for airlines' most basic fares and assigned each a score based on whether their limits are above or below the average.

Stress Factor 3.)

Likelihood of Delays in the Airport

After all the planning, packing, and reaching the airport, the last thing you want is to receive the disheartening news that your flight won't be departing for several hours.

In an era where delays are becoming increasingly common, we've delved into the most up-to-date data to determine the frequency at which planes depart late from your chosen airport.

We have used these figures to calculate the likelihood that your flight will be delayed and taken this into account while determining the probability that you will have a stressful airport experience. 

For those of you who are a step behind, and looking for affordable airfares to book your next trip to the airport, FlightsFinder has launched a brand new service to help you find the cheapest deals.

Simply fill out this short online form and pay a small fee of £15-20, depending on the complexity of the request. Then an expert will get straight to work, digging up the cheapest deals for you. Once sourced, they will share the fares and you can book your next adventure right away.

In the unlikely event that your expert cannot find airfare at a lower price than you originally found yourself, you are guaranteed a full refund. So no money is lost!