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A McDonald's meal with fries could cost much more inside the terminal.
- From souvenirs to a turkey sandwich, practically everything inside an airport seems overpriced.
- Many items inside the airport, including phone chargers, food, and gifts, can reportedly be significantly marked up compared to "street prices" - often by 10% or more.
- Carrying an empty water bottle through security and then filling it up will help you avoid paying for expensive bottled water, and packing a collapsible bag to use on the way home will allow you to skip hefty baggage fees.
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Every frequent flyer knows that when it comes to the airport, it's best to keep your wallet safely tucked away in order to avoid overspending.
Many items sold in airports are drastically marked up compared to their outside "street prices" - sometimes by over 200%.
Here are 10 overpriced items you should avoid, and some expert-approved tricks on how to save money while traveling.