Airports
The South West has some of the UK's fastest
growing airports, including Bristol, Exeter and Bournemouth.
Bristol International Airport
Located just eight miles from Bristol
City Centre, Bristol International Airport has flights to 330
destinations worldwide, including New York, major European business
hubs and key UK destinations. Ongoing investments have led to a new
check-in extension and improved retail and catering facilities. The
airport was voted Best UK Airport by the readers of specialist
travel magazine, Wanderlust.
Bournemouth Airport
Bournemouth Airport grew by a massive
46% in 2002. There are regular flights to Dublin, Glasgow and the
Channel Islands, as well as major European business and holiday
destinations.
Exeter Airport
Exeter airport recently doubled in
capacity. It is now officially the fastest growing airport in the
country. It operates regular daily domestic flights as well as
flights to major European hubs. The airport is expanding to include
new terminal facilities.
Newquay Airport
Formerly a military base, Newquay
Airport is capable of taking the very largest modern jets. There
are daily flights to London Gatwick, Luton and many other UK
airports.
Plymouth City Airport
Located only 20 minutes by car from
the city centre, Plymouth Airport operates regular daily domestic
flights.
For more information about investing
in the South West of England, contact Head of Inward Investment
Ellen
Stallins