Bristol International Airport guide
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- Terminal layout
- Terminal map
- Check-in
- Leisure and family facilities
- Business facilities
- Getting online
- Special assistance
Terminal layout
Bristol Airport has one main terminal, which makes planning your trip through the terminal all the easier. The terminal is well equipped and spread across three floors. Arrivals and check-in desks are located on the ground floor, security and the departure lounge is located on the first floor and a food court is available on the upper mezzanine.
Terminal map
A map of the terminal is available on Bristol Airport's website.
Check-in
Check-in is located on the ground floor. Upon entering the terminal, please refer to the screens for information on where to check in. It is recommended that you arrive at check-in at least two hours before the scheduled departure of your flight. However, this should be double checked with your airline, as check-in times may vary depending on your destination.
Leisure and family facilities
Baby-changing
Baby-changing facilities are located throughout the terminal, within or near the ladies' toilets.
Pushchairs
It is not a problem to take your pushchair through security but you will need to take your baby out of it while the pushchair is screened or examined.
Please be aware that if your flight is boarding at Gates 8 and 16 there is a flight of stairs to deal with.
Baby milk
It is now possible to take more than the standard 100ml of baby milk and food through security, provided that the amount is suitable for the length of your journey.
A Boots store is located at Bristol Airport, selling everything you need for your trip, from suncare and toiletries to vitamins and medicines. You can stock up on baby milk if you're travelling with your little one and Boots run a pre-order service where you can 'Click and Collect' what you need prior to your flight. At checkout on their website, choose the Bristol Airport store after security to collect your items (such as milk and nappies) immediately after clearing the security checkpoint. This is a great time and stress saver for young families!
Information desk
You will find the airport information desk on the ground floor opposite the check-in desks and next to WHSmith.
Shopping
There's a variety of shops for food or travel essentials including (before Security) an WHSmith and M&S Simply Food. After Security, there is a World Duty Free and you will find Boots for toiletries and baby products, Accessorize for holiday hats and jewellery, InMotion for all travel technology essentials and JD Sports - ideal for picking up last-minute holiday footwear. There's also The Bookshop at WHSmiths, perfect for picking up a novel to immerse yourself in onboard your flight, or whilst soaking up the sunshine on the beach once you've arrived at your destination.
These shops should be open at whatever time you are travelling through Bristol Airport.
Opening times are from the scheduled departure of the first flight to the scheduled departure of the last flight.
Food & drink
Fancy a coffee while you're checking-in? You will find a choice of two cafes before Security - Caffe Ritazza and Caffe Nero. After Security, you will find a range of cafes, bars and restaurants including Brigg & Stow Bar and Kitchen, Burger King, Frankie & Benny's, Cabin, Soho Coffee Co, Starbucks, Tortilla and Soul & Grain.
Bristol Airport has a number of food and drink options if you are travelling with children, with the majority of restaurant facilities providing high chairs and offering baby food and milk warming facilities. Just ask a member of staff for details.
Business Facilities
Business lounge
Consider booking into the 1903 Lounge if you want to enjoy some peace and quiet in a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. With bespoke daily food menus, premium complimentary drinks and plush seating, it's the ideal place to start your holiday.
Alternatively, the Escape Lounge has everything you need before your flight, including a glass of fizz, free Wi-Fi and snacks.
Pre-book your airport lounge on Bristol Airport's website.
Meeting rooms
Bristol Airport is able to offer a range of meeting room facilities to meet your needs, with a selection of four professional conference and meeting room facilities available for hire. All rooms are equipped with IT facilities, Wi-Fi and either large plasma screens or projector equipment for all your presentation needs. Tea and coffee are complimentary and catering can be provided for all group sizes on request.
All the rooms are located in The Old Terminal Building including the largest conference room which boasts a spectacular view over the Airport's runway.
Getting online & staying connected
You can benefit from high-speed WiFi while at Bristol Airport. Internet access is free for the first 2 hours. It costs approximately £5 to add an additional 3 hours of unlimited data after that.
Special assistance
If you require special assistance when travelling through the airport, this should be arranged directly with your airline, tour operator or travel agent in advance of your departure. Please make them aware of your requirements.
Bristol Airport provides a breakdown of walking distances throughout the airport which can be downloaded on their website.
