About Bournemouth Airport
Bournemouth Airport (IATA Code: BOH) is situated on the outskirts of Hurn village, towards the northern side of Bournemouth in Southern England in the United Kingdom.
Among the airlines serving Bournemouth Airport are TUI Airways and Ryanair. These air carriers operate scheduled passenger flights spanning Western Europe and the Mediterranean region via the airport. Moreover, they provide seasonal and charter flights to destinations across North America, North Africa, and the Caribbean Islands.
The Manchester Airports Group (MAG) was the owner of Bournemouth Airport till the year 2017. The airport was purchased by Regional & City Airports (RCA) in December 2017.
History
The history of Bournemouth Airport goes back to the year 1941 when it was established as a Royal Air Force (RAF) station, RAF Hurn, during the Second World War. Before that, the site of Bournemouth Airport was known as Christchurch Airfield. However, the airport started operating civil services in the year 1944.
Then, for a short duration between the years 1944 to 1946, the airport was serving as London’s International airport, following which operations were shifted to Heathrow.
Even so, the airport re-started handling commercial services in the 1950s, when Palmair began providing flights to Palma in Majorca in the year 1958.
Also, the year 1969 marks the joint purchase of the airport by both Dorset County Council and Bournemouth Corporation. Thereafter, the airport came to be known as “Bournemouth Hurn Airport” and then to “Bournemouth International Airport”.
Later on, in the year 1995, the National Express Group acquired the airport. Subsequently, the Manchester Airports Group purchased the Airport in March 2001; then, Regional & City Airports acquired the airport in the year 2017.
Transportation
There are several motorways connecting to Bournemouth Airport for car travellers. If you are coming to the airport from London or taking the M3 corridor, you should get on the M3 Southbound to Southampton.
Bournemouth Train Station serves Bournemouth Airport while providing connections to various destinations across London and Southampton.
Also, MoreBus provides bus services from Bournemouth Airport to nearby places.
Even you can book a taxi with PRC Streamline Taxis from the airport, including the 8-seater options.
To rent a car from the airport, you can approach the Hertz counter and take your pick from executive cars to family cars.
Bournemouth Airport Contact Details and Facilities
At Bournemouth Airport, passengers and visitors can avail a host of facilities.
Among your car parking options at the airport are Premium Car Park 1, Car Park 2, and Car Park 3.
Additionally, you can enjoy hot and cold drinks and snacks at the airport Coffee Pantry outlet. More so, the Navigator Pub & Dining offers a bevy of breakfast options.
You can also splurge at the airport World Duty-Free Shop as you wait for your flight.
And, for your overnight stay, you can book a room at the Travelodge Bournemouth Cooper Dean, which is located a short distance from the airport.
Reach out to the Airport Customer Service desk by dialling 01202 364 000 for any general inquiries.
| Bournemouth Airport Contact | |
|---|---|
| Bournemouth Airport Helpline | 07534988571 |
| Bournemouth Airport Phone | 01202 364000 |
| Bournemouth Airport Lost Property | 01202 364 183 |
| Bournemouth Airport Luggage Lost in Transit | 01202 364 318 |
| Bournemouth Airport General Enquiries & Customer Service | 01202 364 000 |
Address
Bournemouth Airport
Christchurch
Dorset
BH23 6SE
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