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Bristol Airport InformationBack to Airport Information Indexget a quote for airport parking get a quote for airport hotels Bristol International AirportHistory :In 1927, a group of local businessmen managed to raise £6,000 through public subscriptions to inaugurate a flying club at Filton Areodrome, which then became the start of Concorde. Then in 1929, these pioneers developed a fully-fledged airport - Bristol Airport. A year later the airport was officially opened by HRH Prince George. Then the war came and it was thought that the airport would close, but in 1955 it was purchased by the Bristol Corporation when Bristol won a ten year battle for a new city airport. Passenger numbers were dramatically affected when the Court Line collapsed in 1973. But by 1980 things were improving and seventeen tour operators were flying from Bristol. Between 1984 and 1988 many improvements were made at the airport including a new International Departure Lounge with Duty Free Shop and 24 hour airside bar; new check-in desks and scales; conveyorised baggage system; tour operators' desks; flight information system and parking and improved disabled facilities. More destinations became available, record passenger numbers continued and during 1992 -1993, a million passengers passed through the airport. Bristol airport became Bristol International airport when Bristol City Council put it up for sale in 1997. The airport was relaunched in 2000, with a new £27 million terminal building, designed to carry 3.5 million passengers. In 2002 Bristol International was officially the fastest growing airport in the UK and celebrated handling its first 3 million passengers over a 12 month period. In 2004, Bristol International was awarded the OAG Worldwide Marketing Award in September and nominated in Travel Weekly's category of Best UK Airport 2004. That same year they also received a national parking security award for having a "Secured Car Park" status, the only airport in South West England, Wales and the midlands to achieve this status. Passengers :In 2006 the airport handled more than 84,000 aircraft movements and 5.75 million passengers. The Airport could expect to handle some 12 million passengers by 2030, requiring a longer runway and a terminal extension. Airlines :
Getting There :Train - The nearest train station to Bristol International Airport is Bristol Temple Meads, approximately seven miles away. The Bristol International Flyer express coach service connects you from Bristol Temple Meads to the airport every 15 at peak times. Bus - From Weston-Super-Mare, First runs an hourly bus service to Bristol International Airport, calling at various local stops along the way. Service 121 runs every hour from 09.32 to 16.32 Monday to Saturday. On Sundays and Bank Holidays, service 821 runs every two hours between 09.07 and 17.07. National Express coaches operate from across the South West and South Wales regions to Bristol Bus Station. Car - From North M5 - Leave the M5 at junction 18 (signposted A4 Bristol & Airport). Take the A4 towards Bristol following signs for the airport. Go past Bristol City Football ground and connect with the A38 towards Taunton, the airport is situated 8 miles South of Bristol on the A38. From South M5 - Leave the M5 at Junction 22, at roundabout take 3rd exit signposted A38. At East Brent roundabout joining the A370 take 2nd exit signposted A38 & airport. Continue on this road for approx 11 miles, airport is on the left. From East M4 - At Junction 20, join the M5 southbound. Exit the M5 at junction 18 (signposted A4 Bristol & Airport). Take the A4 towards Bristol following signs for the airport. Go past Bristol City Football ground and connect with the A38 towards Taunton, the airport is situated 8 miles South of Bristol on the A38. From South East (Bath) - Follow the A4 towards Bristol, bear left onto the A4174 signposted Ring Road. Continue to follow signs for Airport and A38 Taunton. From South Wales - Follow M4 over the second Severn Crossing. At junction 22 branch left to join M49 (Signposted South West) and then join M5. Leave the M5 at junction 18 (signposted A4 Bristol & Airport). Take the A4 towards Bristol following signs for the airport. Go past Bristol City Football ground and connect with the A38 towards Taunton, the airport is situated 8 miles South of Bristol on the A38. Facilities :Bars, Restuatants, Shopping, Travelex (Bureau de Change), Checker Cars Taxis, Car Hire Kiosks (Short stay Car Park), Cash Point, Information Desk, and Servisair Executive Lounge. |
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