English for Travel Abroad: Airport to Hotel Phrases
From check-in to taxi, the exact English phrases you need on a foreign trip — with replies you will hear.
6 min read · Published 2026-07-16
Travelling abroad is easier with a few fixed phrases. Here is the journey, step by step.
At the airport check-in
"I have a flight to Dubai." "Here is my passport." "One bag to check in."
Security
"Laptop out, liquids in the bag." You reply: "Sure." Keep answers short.
On the plane
"Window or aisle?" "Aisle, please." "Chicken or veg?" "Chicken, thank you."
At immigration
"Purpose of visit?" "Tourism." "How long?" "One week." "Where will you stay?" "Hotel Nova."
Taxi
"To Hotel Nova, please." "How much?" "Meter, please."
Hotel
"I have a reservation under Patil." "Breakfast included?" "What time is checkout?"
Emergency
"Where is the hospital?" "Call a doctor, please." "I need help."
Practice
Role-play each step on SpeakNow before the trip. You will speak without panic abroad.