Bristol Airport
General information
Bristol Airport is an international airport in the west of England, close to the border with Wales. The airport is mainly used by easyJet, Jet2, Ryanair and TUI Airways. From Bristol Airport, the city centre of Bristol and Bath can be reached by bus and taxi. Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport is an excellent hotel within walking distance of the terminal.
Location
Where is Bristol Airport situated?
Bristol Airport is located southwest of Bristol in the county of Somerset. The location of Bristol Airport is not optimal, after junction 19 (from the north) and junction 21 (from the south) of the M5 motorway it is a further 25 minutes drive to the airport. The location in relation to Bristol is good.
How many terminals does Bristol Airport have?
The airport has one terminal consisting of three floors. On the ground floor you will find check-in desks 1 to 50 on the left and Arrivals on the right. You can reach the security check and boarding gates via the first floor.
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Bristol Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in United Kingdom.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Cardiff Airport | 43km |
| Exeter Airport | 87km |
| Southampton Airport | 106km |
| Birmingham Airport | 136km |
| London Heathrow Airport | 157km |
| London Luton Airport | 171km |
| London Gatwick Airport | 178km |
| East Midlands Airport | 186km |
| London City Airport | 192km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Bristol Airport to the centre of Bristol is 14 kilometres. By car, it takes 25 minutes to get to the centre of Bristol.
From BRS Airport to Bristol City centre by Car
Public transport
Unfortunately, there are no public transport possibilities at this airport. Check out our transportation page for other ways to travel from the airport to the city.
Bus services
You can also choose for an airport express bus service at Bristol Airport. Learn more about your travel options, travel time and where to buy tickets.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Bristol Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Bristol is about £ 30.-. Book your taxi at Bristol Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From BRS Airport to Bristol City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Bristol Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis, Europcar, National (Enterprise Holdings), Alamo (Enterprise Holdings), Hertz, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty (The Hertz Corporation), Enterprise and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Bristol Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Bristol Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Bristol Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at Bristol Airport.
Flight tickets
Looking for a cheap flight? Use our flight search engine to find and book cheap flights from and to the airport.
Which airlines fly from and to Bristol Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Bristol Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- easyJet
- Jet2
- Ryanair
- TUI Airways
- KLM
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
Looking for the best hotels near Bristol Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Hotels in Bristol
Looking for the best hotels in Bristol? We have selected the best hotels in the city in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Bristol Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
Reviews
Have you visited Bristol Airport lately? So far, 1 airport passenger has written an airport review about Bristol Airport and gave a score of 1 out of 5. Provide other airport travellers with essential airport information and tell us about your airport experience.
Latest airport review
From the first control until the boarding area you feel agressed!
A few more smiles and a little bit more of diplomacy would be appreciated.