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Bournemouth Airport

Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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19
Routes out
17
Destinations
EGHH
ICAO
38 ft
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South England's gateway serving Dorset and the New Forest.

Opened
1941
Location
Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Bournemouth Airport (BOH/EGHH) is an international airport located near Hurn, approximately 6 miles north of Bournemouth town centre in Dorset, England. It serves the south of England, including Dorset, Hampshire, and the surrounding region, offering scheduled and charter flights to European and domestic destinations. The airport has a single runway and a modest but modern terminal building, catering primarily to leisure travellers. It has historically been an important base for low-cost and charter carriers serving holiday destinations across Europe. In addition to passenger operations, Bournemouth Airport has a significant aviation training and maintenance presence, with companies such as Cobham Aviation and aircraft engineering firms operating from the site.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both departures and arrivals in a compact, single-storey layout.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to Bournemouth and the wider region by bus services, taxis, and private car, with the nearest railway station at Bournemouth requiring onward road transfer.
Airlines here
Ryanair has been a significant operator at Bournemouth, along with various seasonal charter airlines serving European holiday destinations.
Notable facts
  • ›Originally built as RAF Hurn during World War II in 1941.
  • ›The airport was briefly used as London's main international airport after the war before Heathrow took over.
  • ›It has one runway, designated 08/26, approximately 2,271 metres in length.
  • ›Bournemouth Airport is owned and operated by Regional & City Airports (RCA).
  • ›The site hosts aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facilities alongside passenger operations.
Official website Wikipedia
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Route map (16 destinations)

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Routes

BOH → DUBEI · AT4
BOH → PMIFR · 738
BOH → ACEFR · 738
BOH → CCFFR · 738
BOH → FUEFR · 738
BOH → IBZFR · 738
BOH → MJVFR · 738
BOH → TFSFR · 738
BOH → AGPFR · 738
BOH → FAOFR · 738
BOH → MLAFR · 738
BOH → PSAFR · 738
BOH → RHOFR · 738
BOH → ALCFR · 738
BOH → CHQFR · 738
BOH → GROFR · 738
BOH → LPAFR · 738
BOH → PMITO · 73H
BOH → TFSTO · 73H
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City & Place Guide

Sun, sand, and seaside charm on England's south coast.

Bournemouth is a vibrant coastal resort town in Dorset, England, known for its seven miles of golden sandy beaches and a lively town centre packed with shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Originally developed as a health retreat in the 19th century, it has grown into one of the UK's most popular seaside destinations, attracting both families and young travellers year-round.

Beyond the beach, Bournemouth offers a surprisingly rich cultural scene, including galleries, gardens, and easy access to the stunning Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town has a large student population thanks to its universities, giving it a youthful energy and a diverse food and entertainment offering.

  • •Bournemouth Beach — iconic sandy shoreline perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and watersports.
  • •Bournemouth Pier — Victorian pier with amusement attractions and stunning sea views.
  • •Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum — cliff-top Victorian villa housing eclectic art and curiosities.
  • •Bournemouth Gardens — tranquil town-centre parklands ideal for a leisurely stroll.
  • •Sandbanks — nearby peninsula with world-class beaches and water sports facilities.
  • •Jurassic Coast — short trip east or west reveals dramatic fossil-rich cliffs and coves.

Getting around: Bournemouth is well connected by South Western Railway and CrossCountry trains, with direct services to London Waterloo taking around two hours. The local Yellow Buses and moco bus networks cover the town and surrounding areas affordably. Taxis and Uber are readily available, and cycling is increasingly popular thanks to a growing network of cycle paths along the seafront and into neighbouring Poole.

Best time: Late May through September offers the warmest, sunniest weather ideal for beach visits, though July and August are peak season with larger crowds.

Local food: Try fresh locally caught fish and chips on the pier, cream teas in seaside cafes, and seafood platters featuring Poole Harbour shellfish at nearby waterfront restaurants.

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Bournemouth Airport
Encyclopaedia

Bournemouth Airport, previously known as Hurn Airport and Bournemouth International Airport, is an international airport located 4 miles north-northeast of Bournemouth, England.

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