Is this plan too crazy? Would it even work, given Immigration and Security? Are there better ideas?
The problem: we have 0500 departure on IB TLV-MAD, and we have bags to check. We would like to get to the airport the preceding evening and spend the time in Schmoozy Bar and Dan Lounge.
The proposed solution:
1. Online check-in (should be available 24h before flight)
2. Store luggage at TLV land-side (e.g.,
http://www.adonlocker.co.il/airport_lockers)
3. Clear security with carry-ons only.
4. Clear Immigration
5. Enjoy Bar and lounge for ~6 hours.
6. Around 0200, exit sterile zone (will I even be allowed?)
7. Retrieve bags from locker.
8. Check bags and clear security and immigration again).
9. Enjoy the lounge for a few more hours.
10. Depart 0500
I worry that the clearing immigration thing is going to be the problem....