Started as a Royal Air Force base
If you plan to fly to Dorset, then your first stop will be the majestic Bournemouth Airport, serving the borough of Christchurch and its neighbouring regions. The flight port has its origins in the early 1940’s, when it started as a Royal Air Force base. It served as an important station during the Second World War for training of troops, and support of the French Resistance.
Today, the airport has cast off its roots of combat and slipped on an ambiance of comfort style and friendly overnight accommodation. Transportation services are available onsite, as well as facilities such as cafes and currency exchange centres. At its peak, this commercial air base served over one million passengers annually.
Convenient Transportation – Shuttle Service
Cheap Accommodation near Bournemouth Airport
Although you may wish to explore the sites in and around Bournemouth, you have access to flight port amenities. Budget-conscious travellers will delight in shopping for luxurious perfumes and High Street brand clothing, made sweeter with the knowledge that it is duty-free.
If you need Internet access, Wi-Fi is free for up to an hour. Should you require the services of a chaplain, the information desk will contact a member of the Airport Chaplaincy for your assistance.
Train Transport
The airport is connected with Bournemouth Railway Station by a regular shuttle bus. The train station has frequent rail services to central London, Reading, Oxford and Birmingham.
Bus Transport
Service A1 runs to and from the airport to Bournemouth Square and Bournemouth Interchange (the bus and rail station in the town centre).
By Car
BOH International is easy accessible via the A31 from the M27 and M3 motorway to the east, and via the A35 to the west.
Places to Stay for the night within close distance !
In Bournemouth alone, there are over a 100 hotels available, with a multitude of low-priced B&B’s to accommodate your stay. Visitors will find various cheap hotels located close to the BOH airport terminal, with some offering spectacular views of the River Stour. If you are looking to experience the cultural side of the town, consider staying in a historical manor hotel.
The beautiful architecture will draw you in, and make your stay especially luxurious. En-suites rooms are available upon request. To make your stay as comfortable as possible, your hotel may offer assorted amenities that include a flat-screen television, a tea or coffee-maker, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary parking onsite for your rental vehicle.
Need accommodation for the night that is a little more private? Try an economically-priced bed and breakfast as more to your liking. Although they will not provide shuttle service like many hotels, most B&B’s offer free parking should you wish to rent a car during your travels.
Many bed and breakfasts or guest houses will offer standard and en-suite rooms for single or group travellers. While the only meal included is breakfast, you can feast at many off-site restaurants available a short distance away.
Staying at a budget-friendly hotel or affordable bed and breakfast for a night close to the commercial flight port is ideal for anyone wishing for close accommodation. You will never to have to worry that you will miss your flight when your lodging is just a few minutes away by car or shuttle service.
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Overnight Stay with Free Parking or Shuttle Service
You will find many hotels, motels, apartments and b&b’s or guest houses that offer free public car parking near by Bournemouth Airport BOH. A property with free on site parking is 3 star Heathlands Hotel. This 3-star hotel offers comfortable accommodation, fine cuisine, free car parking on site and professional staff. Situated close to the train station and Bournemouth International Centre.
Inexpensive accommodation with (free) car parking
International Airfield in Hurn England UK
Name : Bournemouth Airport, formerly known as Hurn Airport and Bournemouth International Airport.
The nearest other airports serving the area are Exeter International Airport and the Airport of Southampton in Hampshire.
Location : the terminal is situated near the village of Hurn, about 4 miles or 6,5 km north-northheast of Bournemouth city centre.
Address : Parley Ln, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 6SE, England, United Kingdom
IATA Code : BOH
Main Airlines : served by Ryanair, Thomson Airways, EasyJet, Aer Lingus Regional (operated by Aer Arann)
Terminals : one new passenger terminal.
Postcode District : BH23 6SE
Borough : Borough of Christchurch
Region : South West England
County : Dorset
Tel. : +44 1202 364000
Nearest Hotels : in the towns and villages of Hurn, Ferndown, Christchurch, Saint Leonards, Winkton and Bournemouth city center.
Things to do and see nearby BH23 6SE sat nav area
Snowtrax (Matchams Lane, Hurn, Christchurch BH23 6AW, England): (formerly kwown as Christchurch Ski and Leisure Centre) Skiing lessons, Snowboarding tuition, Ringos, Ski Bobs and ski training.
Adventure Wonderland (Merritown Lane, Hurn, Christchurch BH23 6BA, England): amusement park for families with young children. There is a mix of indoor and outdoor attractions. Parking is plentiful and free.
Aviation Museum (Merritown Lane, Hurn, Christchurch BH23 6BA, England): small volunteer run museum next to Bournemouth airport displaying a fantastic collection of aircrafts and models. Climb into a cockpit of one of the aircrafts and put a helmet on and pretend to fly. Great way to spend a few hours.
Parley Manor (Parley Green, Parley BH23 6BB, England UK): venue for weddings. It’s a gorgeous country house with picture perfect gardens. At the end of the drive there is plenty of free parking.