Bristol Airport Parking

Bristol Airport information

Like many airports, Bristol Airport is built on the site of a former RAF base, opening in 1957 as Bristol (Lulsgate) Airport, replacing Bristol (Whitchurch) Airport as the city's airport. Now known simply as Bristol Airport, it is owned exclusively by Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan.

In 2016 it was the 9^th busiest airport in the UK, with over 7.6 million passengers passing through. A popular airport for travellers from Wales, Somerset and Devon.

Located just eight miles south of the city centre, it has good transport links and is easily accessible from anywhere in the South West.

How to Get to Bristol Airport

Bristol Airport is located on the A38 and is signposted from the M5 motorway, from junction 22 when approaching from the south and junction 18 when approaching from the north.

For those using a sat nav the postcode for Bristol airport is BS48 3DY

Car Parking Options at Bristol Airport

There are a few options both on and off the airport, including some in walking distance. For maximum convenience, there are Meet and Greet services.

On-Airport Parking at Bristol Airport

Within the perimeter of Bristol airport and run by the airport there are several car parks, from the Long-stay car park to the Premier car park. These car parks are self-park with number plate recognition and you can keep your car keys.

Long Stay Parking at Bristol Airport

The official Long Stay car park, situated opposite the airport terminal and is an approximate 3-4-minute stroll away, or there is a bus transfer available should you prefer it.

Short Stay Parking at Bristol Airport

For those in a hurry, the Premier car park is very close just a 150 metre walk to the terminal, ideal for the business passenger.

Off-Airport Parking near Bristol Airport

The cheapest option is the Silver Zone car park which is also run by the airport. It is a little further away, and the free bus take 4-5 minutes to get to the terminal. These transfers run 24 hours, so no need to worry about delayed flights. You will need to leave your car keys at this car park.

Meet and Greet at Bristol Airport

The airport also provides a Meet and Greet service right outside the terminal for maximum convenience. Super for larger parties with children, those with large items of luggage like skis etc. and for anyone with mobility problems as drop off is just 50 meters from the terminal in the Express Drop off car park.

Hotels with parking at Bristol Airport

The Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport is a new hotel just 250 metres from the airport via a direct walkway. You can’t stay closer.

Among the hotels a little further away is the comfortable Winford Manor just off the A38, set in 7 acres of grounds but just 5 minutes transfer time from the airport.

Bristol Airport Departure Lounge

You will find all the usual airport facilities here. The eateries include Dexters Restaurant and Soho Coffee co. where you can relax whilst you wait for your flight.

You can drop into the World duty free for a little retail therapy before your flight, or in one of the other outlets including JD Sports and Dixons as well WH Smith where there's still time to pick up your holiday reading.

Within the terminal there is up to 60 minutes free WiFi, and other services to be found are a bureau de change, cash dispensers, toilets and baby changing rooms.

Bristol Airport Lounge

By booking an executive lounge you can get away from the hustle and bustle enjoying complementary refreshments and a peaceful start to your journey no matter which airline you are flying with.

Bristol Airport has two lounges, the Aspire Lounge open to both adults and families located next to Dexters Restaurant in the Departure Lounge. Here they serve complimentary wines, beers, spirits as well as soft drinks, teas and coffees. There are also hot snacks like bacon rolls at breakfast time or soup and roll later in the day, as well as treats such as crisps, nuts, cakes, biscuits or English cream tea.

Then there is the Aspire Lounge plus, a little more expensive, but is exclusively for adults with drinks and snack as above but with some upgraded food options and drinks including Prosecco and exclusive single malt Spey whiskey.

Bristol Airport Parking Map

Click on a point below to view information on the car park and the transfer time to Bristol airport.

Long Stay Car Park

Turned up. Drove in. Parked. Came back a week later. Drove out. Job done!
4 Rating Book Again: Yes Andy - 11 Nov 2018 10:06

Silver Zone Car Park

Silver zone at Bristol Airport is always so easy to use. We've booked this through FHR so many times we now get a discount so great value. FHR always easy to use and helpful.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes David Smith - 10 Nov 2018 13:38

Silver Zone Car Park

Everything fine except collection from airport. We travel as a family of 3 myself, my wife and 53 year old wheelchair bound son. EVERY time we try to catch a bus back to car park we are always told that there is no room for wheelchair, but another bus will be along shortly. Fine I accept that can happen. And the bus is always fairly full near the ramp doors. However, when the bus pulls away, 99% of the time the bus is virtually empty at the rear end., which really annoys me. Surely the driver must see that people congregate around the doors in order to get off quickly. Thus blocking a wheelchair access. Cannot people be ushered towards back of bus so as wheelchair users can get access . No doubt this complaint will be totally ignored but at least I have got my complaint off my chest.
3 Rating Book Again: Yes Allan Gasson - 09 Nov 2018 12:25

Silver Zone Car Park

A little nervous using a third party to book silver parking at Bristol Airport but inclusive of a discount FHR were very competitive and offered and very good service with regular email confirmations, updates and clear instructions. The parking itself was quick, efficient and hassle free and a brilliant way to take your car to Bristol Airport which works out cheaper than return taxi's
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Kerry - 06 Nov 2018 10:38

Long Stay Car Park

Easy and convenient
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Stu Cox - 31 Oct 2018 10:15

Silver Zone Car Park

Used many times and always a good service.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Tina - 30 Oct 2018 19:18

Silver Zone Car Park

The Silver Zone car park has become a very slick operation. I would give 5 stars except that last night, as a lot of passengers walked towards the SilverZone bus stop at the terminal for the return journey to the car park, the bus pulled away. It looked fairly full, but only with seated passengers. By the time the bus came back, 15 minutes later on a literally freezing night, there were far too many people waiting and we were packed in like sardines, probably exceeding licensed bus capacity (I counted 50 people, possibly plus or minus 2, plus baggage if anyone wants to check that). Maybe better than being left waiting, but they know how many people are due to come back at a particular time, they have the return flight details. They should provide sufficient buses for the load.
4 Rating Book Again: Yes Paul S - 30 Oct 2018 11:28

z Silver Zone Car Park - Non-amendable

Great service as always.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Chris Byrne - 29 Oct 2018 11:25

Meet & Greet Bristol Airport

Quick and easy
5 Rating Book Again: Yes David Bickerton - 27 Oct 2018 12:06

Silver Zone Car Park

Great book in and pick up experience
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Jeff locke - 27 Oct 2018 10:28