Which airport should I fly into for Cheltenham?

For long-haul and international flights, Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is the main gateway near Cheltenham. The closest airport, Gloucestershire Airport (GLO), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Cheltenham?

The nearest is about 4 mi (6 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Cheltenham?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Cheltenham

The closest airports to Cheltenham, UK: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Cheltenham, UK is Gloucestershire Airport (GLO), about 4 mi (6 km) away — roughly 13 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Birmingham International Airport (BHX).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
GLO	Gloucestershire AirportStaverton, United Kingdom	4 mi / 6 km	13 min	Regional
GBA	Kemble AirportKemble, United Kingdom	16 mi / 26 km	31 min	Regional
OXF	Oxford (Kidlington) AirportKidlington, United Kingdom	33 mi / 53 km	59 min	Regional
FZO	Bristol Filton AirportBristol, United Kingdom	34 mi / 55 km	1 hr 1 min	Regional
BHX	Birmingham International AirportBirmingham, United Kingdom	41 mi / 66 km	1 hr 14 min	International
CVT	Coventry AirportCoventry, United Kingdom	41 mi / 66 km	1 hr 14 min	Regional
BRS	Bristol International AirportBristol, United Kingdom	45 mi / 73 km	1 hr 21 min	International
HYC	Wycombe Air ParkHigh Wycombe, United Kingdom	58 mi / 93 km	1 hr 44 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Gloucestershire Airport (GLO) is the most convenient at about 4 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Birmingham International Airport (BHX) (41 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Cheltenham. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with GLO.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near GLO saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Other cities these airports serve

Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Cheltenham is Gloucestershire Airport (GLO), about 4 mi (6 km) away — roughly 13 min by road.