Flight disruptions at Bristol Airport: Passenger updates about flight delays and flight cancellations

Bristol Airport MCT

The most important factor to know when a route has a connecting flight is the Minimum Connection Time (MCT) in the airport. It is advisable to look this up before booking a ticket. The MCT is also important if the air traveller is claiming for compensation for a missed connection. Below you can find the minimum time needed for connecting flights in Bristol Airport.

• Between domestic flights: 30 min.
• Between domestic and international flights: 30 min.
• Between international flights: 30 min.

Bristol Airport terminal

Airport terminals are the areas or totally separate buildings which make it possible for air travellers to travel between transport on the ground and the facilities for boarding and disembarking from a plane. It's very important to check from which terminal you are departing from or travelling through because travellers may require some more time to get to the right one, especially in larger airports. In Bristol Airport there is 1 Terminal.

Terminal 1 – Aer Lingus Regional, easyJet, Ryanair and TUI Airways

Bristol Airport transport to city

It might be difficult to find the most comfortable way to get to the centre of the city when travelling to a destination for the very first time. Public transportation doesn’t always operate immediately at the airport and taxis are often expensive. Our suggestion is to check all transport alternatives before the flight to make sure you choose the best option for your trip.

Bristol Airport bus

• Airport Flyer Express
  Direction: Bristol
  Travel time (approx.): 35 min.
• AirportFlyer
  Direction: Weston-Super-Mare
  Travel time (approx.): 45 min.
• Bath Bus Company
  Direction: Bath
  

Bristol Airport taxi

• Pick up point: outside the Terminal
  Travel time (approx.): 25 min. to the city centre
  Approximate price: 33 EUR

Where to have a rest in Bristol BRS Airport

You may experience a long layover between flights, for example if you have a flight delay or your next flight leaves the following day. In such situations, it is good to note the potential places where you can pass time and have a decent break between flights.

Bristol Airport lounges

Lounges are places in the airport which provide passengers with services - for example food, drinks, relaxation spaces, free WIFI and showers - so that travellers can wait in comfort.

• Aspire Lounge
  Location: after security

Bristol Airport hotels

When your next flight departs the following morning, or the lounge isn’t suitable, the next option might be a hotel nearby. Whereas some hotels are inside in the airport building, with others, passengers may need to leave the airport to find the nearest one. We have chosen a selection of hotels in case you need to stay overnight before your flight.

• Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
  Price: from 105 EUR per night
  Address: Bristol Airport, North Side Rd, Bristol BS48 3AQ, United Kingdom
  Contact: +44 127 540 5966
  
• Acorns Guest House
  Price: from 44 EUR per night
  Address: Acorns Old Farm, Downside Rd, Backwell, Bristol BS48 3DN, United Kingdom
  Contact: +44 127 547 4745
  
• Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
  Price: from 73 EUR per night
  Address: A38 Bridgwater Rd, Cowslip Green, Bristol BS40 5RB, United Kingdom
  Contact: +44 193 486 1123
  

Bristol Airport restaurants

The last thing you want during your trip is to feel hungry or thirsty. Whatever you are seeking, whether it is a quick bite for the plane, a spot for coffee before an early flight, or a place to relax and sit down during a layover, we have a selection of possibilities to suit your needs.

• Costa Coffee
  Description: coffee, warm and cold drinks, desserts, sandwiches and salads
  Location: before security
  Opening hours: 24 hrs., daily
• Starbucks
  Description: coffee, drinks, desserts, sandwiches, snacks
  Location: after security
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule
• Upper Crust
  Description: baguettes, snacks, and coffee
  Location: after security
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule
• EAT.
  Description: soups, sandwiches, salads, and hot pots
  Location: after security
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule
• Cabin Bar
  Description: wine, beers, local food
  Location: after security
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule
• Frankie & Benny’s
  Description: Italian cuisine
  Location: after security
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule

Bristol Airport shops

The airport shops are the best place to get that last-minute souvenir, or just to spend some time before flying. To find the best shops for your needs, check out the guide below.

• World
  Description: Duty Free
  Location: after security
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule
• WHSmith
  Description: newspapers, magazines, books, drinks, snacks, and sweets
  Location: before and after security
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule
• Claire’s
  Description: jewellery, accessories, gifts
  Location: after security
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule
• JD Sports
  Description: sportswear
  Location: after security
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule
• Traveller
  Description: multi brand clothing store
  Location: after security
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule

Bristol Airport car hire

Some destinations are worth seeing by car, or it might more appropriate for your journey to drive. To help you to select the most suitable car hire company for your trip, we have provided a list below.

• Hertz
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +44 843 309 3011
• Europcar
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +44 371 384 3403
• Avis
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Tue-Fri and Sun: 07:30 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat: 07:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  Contact: +44 344 544 6007
• Budget
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon: 07:00 AM - 08:00 PM, Tue-Fri: 07:30 AM - 08:00 PM, Sat: 07:30 AM - 03:30 PM, Sun: 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  Contact: +44 344 544 4667

Other Bristol Airport services you might need

• Smoking area
  Location: Level 1
• Multi-Faith Area
  Location: Level 2

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