Which airport should I fly into for Weston-super-Mare?

For long-haul and international flights, Bristol International Airport (BRS) is the main gateway near Weston-super-Mare. The closest airport, Bristol International Airport (BRS), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Weston-super-Mare?

The nearest is about 11 mi (18 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 Weston-super-Mare?

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 Weston-super-Mare

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

The nearest airport to Weston-super-Mare, UK is Bristol International Airport (BRS), about 11 mi (18 km) away — roughly 38 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
BRS	Bristol International AirportBristol, United Kingdom	11 mi / 18 km	38 min	International
CWL	Cardiff International AirportCardiff, United Kingdom	16 mi / 26 km	31 min	International
DGX	MOD St. AthanSt. Athan, United Kingdom	21 mi / 33 km	40 min	Regional
FZO	Bristol Filton AirportBristol, United Kingdom	21 mi / 33 km	40 min	Regional
GBA	Kemble AirportKemble, United Kingdom	45 mi / 73 km	1 hr 21 min	Regional
EXT	Exeter International AirportExeter, United Kingdom	47 mi / 75 km	1 hr 24 min	International
SWS	Swansea AirportSwansea, United Kingdom	50 mi / 81 km	1 hr 30 min	Regional
GLO	Gloucestershire AirportStaverton, United Kingdom	52 mi / 83 km	1 hr 32 min	Regional

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

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Bristol International Airport (BRS) is the most convenient at about 11 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

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 Weston-super-Mare. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with BRS.

Hotels near the airport

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

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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 Weston-super-Mare is Bristol International Airport (BRS), about 11 mi (18 km) away — roughly 38 min by road.