Bournemouth parking
South-coast leisure hub. Best-priced meet-and-greet in the South.
We don't compare parking at Bournemouth yet
We're working on adding Bournemouth (BOH) inventory. Get on the list to be the first to know the day we launch — plus 5% off your first booking at any of the UK airports we already cover.
About Bournemouth
A South Coast leisure-focused airport.
Bournemouth Airport at Hurn is a leisure-focused airport on the South Coast, handling around 1.4 million passengers a year from a single terminal. The route map is heavily Mediterranean charter and low-cost short-haul, peaking sharply in summer, passenger volumes have grown strongly since the pandemic.
Carriers are led by TUI, Ryanair and Jet2. There's no scheduled long-haul, and UK domestic services are limited.
The airport's quiet schedule means door-to-gate times are some of the shortest in the UK, security can be cleared in under 10 minutes during off-peak hours.
Getting to BOH
All the practical access info, by car, train, coach and otherwise.
From the M27/M3, take the A31 west, then the B3073 to the airport. From Bournemouth town centre, around 15 minutes; from Poole, 25 minutes; from Southampton, 35 minutes via the M27/A31.
There's no rail station at the airport. The nearest is Hurn or Christchurch, with onward bus or taxi.
Yellow Buses service connects the airport with Bournemouth town centre.
Most visitors drive, the airport's catchment is heavily car-based.
How parking works at Bournemouth
Official car parks are Short Stay (next to the terminal), Mid Stay (a short walk) and Long Stay (a 5-minute shuttle). All are operated by the airport.
Off-airport supply is moderate, several operators serve Hurn and surrounding villages. Independent rates undercut on-airport long-stay by 25-45% for most stays.
Tips travellers wish they'd known
- BOH is one of the cheapest UK airports for meet-and-greet, operator competition is genuine.
- Summer Mediterranean charter routes peak heavily, book 21+ days ahead for the lowest parking rates.
- The compact terminal means 90 minutes pre-flight is generally comfortable.
- Forecourt drop-off has a small charge after the first few minutes.
- Winter schedules are thinner than summer, confirm operating days for off-season trips.
BOH questions, answered
The questions our 24/7 team gets asked most about flying from Bournemouth.
Is BOH busy year-round?+
No, passenger traffic peaks heavily in summer. Winter schedules are thinner with fewer carriers operating.
Are there long-haul flights from Bournemouth?+
No scheduled long-haul. Most long-haul travellers connect via Heathrow or Gatwick.
Is parking cheap?+
Yes, Bournemouth is one of the cheaper UK airports for parking, with strong off-airport competition.
How early should I arrive?+
90 minutes for short-haul. The small terminal means security is rarely a long wait.
Should I fly from Bournemouth or Southampton?+
Southampton has more UK domestic and Amsterdam connections; Bournemouth is more leisure-focused. Pick by destination.
Is there public transport from London?+
Yes, train to Bournemouth or Christchurch, then onward bus or taxi. Most travellers from London prefer Gatwick or Stansted.