BOURNEMOUTH AIRPORT PARKING

Bournemouth Airport is clearly signposted just off the A338. 

From London/M3 Corridor 
If you’re travelling from London or anywhere along the M3 corridor, take the M3 southbound towards Southampton. Where the M3 joins the M27 follow the westbound directions for Bournemouth. 

From the Midlands and North 
Head for Oxford and join the A34 dual carriageway. The A34 will take you south as far as Winchester. At Winchester, join the M3 southbound and follow the directions given above. 

From the Sussex/Kent coast 
Take the A27 to the M27. At its western end the M27 becomes the A31 dual carriageway as it crosses the New Forest. Shortly after the town of Ringwood, exit left on to the A338 dual carriageway and follow the signs for Bournemouth. Five miles along the A338 you will see the B3073 exit for Bournemouth Airport signposted on your left. 

From the South West 
The most direct route from the south-west is to head for Wimborne using the A35. At Wimborne join the A31 where the airport will be clearly signposted. 

Sat Nav Information  
Bournemouth Airport Postcode: BH23 6SE 
Latitude/longitude: 50.7810° N, 1.8410° W

Google Maps

Different types of flights require passengers to be at Bournemouth Airport at different times. The below guide should be used to determine when to arrive depending on your flight type. 

• Long-haul flights - check in at least three hours prior to departure 

• European flights - check in at least two hours prior to departure 

• UK and Ireland flights - check in at least two hours prior to departure 

• Charter flights - check in at least three hours prior to departure 

How to Check-in at Bournemouth Airport
Check-in is available to complete in various ways at Bournemouth Airport. See the options available to passengers below. 

Check-in Desks 
There is only one terminal at Bournemouth Airport. Conveniently located check-in desks for all airlines are easily accessible in the departures hall on the ground floor. Clear signage throughout the terminal can direct you to your airline’s check-in desks. 

Online Check-in 
Many airlines offer convenient online check-in. Check with your airline for availability. Online check-in often allows you to use the faster bag drop facility, reducing your wait times and ensuring a smoother journey.