Bristol Airport
General information
Bristol Airport is located in the west of England, close to the border with Wales. The busiest air route is the scheduled service to and from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (easyJet and KLM).
Location
Where is Bristol Airport situated?
Bristol Airport is located southwest of Bristol in the Somerset province. The location of Bristol Airport is not really ideal because there are no motorways close to the airport. The nearest motorway is the M5 at about 15 kilometres/9.7 miles from the airport. To reach Bristol Airport from the M5, take exit 18 if coming from the north and exit 22 if coming from the south. The journey from both of the exits will take at least half an hour before you reach the airport.
From Bristol, the travel time is about 20 minutes driving via A370 and A38.
How many terminals does Bristol Airport have?
The busy airport has only one terminal.
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 13 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, 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 (U2)
- TUI Airways (BY)
- Thomas Cook Airlines (MT)
- Ryanair (FR)
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
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Things to do
It is possible to book 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!
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