Car Rental at Biarritz Airport

Airport travel guide

Located in the southwestern corner of mainland France, Biarritz is a great hub for exploring the Basque Coast in which it is located. The area’s main draw is its beautiful beaches , but it also has lots of history, art, and entertainment to explore. These are some of its most notable attractions in the city and nearby:

• City of Ocean and Surf (also known as The Cité de l'Océan et du Surf). Located on the Bay of Biscay, Biarritz is known as one of the best places in France for hitting the waves. For the last ten years, in addition to getting in the water yourself, you can also visit the famous museum called the City of Ocean and Surf. Located in an award-winning glass complex that’s partially outdoors, this unique museum is dedicated both to surfing and marine conservation.

• Bayonne. Located just a stone’s throw from Biarritz, cozy Bayonne doesn’t get as much tourist attention as it’s not located right on the coast, but has plenty for a curious traveler to explore. Points of interest include the town’s half-timbered architecture, the History Museum of Bayonne and Basque Culture, the Cathedral of St. Marie (a notable example of Gothic architecture), and quays or at the confluence of the river Nive along the Adour River.

• Spanish Basque Country. A part of another country, but culturally and linguistically closely connected, Spanish Basque Country is less than an hour’s drive south of Biarritz. The region is home to famous cities like Bilbao with the Guggenheim Museum and San Sebastian (or Donostia) with its beautiful beaches and multiple Michelin-starred restaurants, but also stunning mountains and remote wilderness areas. Ask your rental car in advance if they permit crossing the border to Spain.

• Pau. Known for its medieval fortifications and other well-preserved architecture, Pau is known as one of the most interesting cities in the interior of southern France. In addition to that, it is also a gateway to the nearby mountains and the beautiful Pyrenees National Park. The city is about 125 km (77 miles) east of Biarritz and can be reached by car in about 90 minutes.

• Saint-Jean-de-Luz. If Biarritz is known for its small size, relaxed pace of life, and chic atmosphere, then Saint-Jean is arguably an even smaller, even more unhurried and bucolic destination. A town of the permanent population of just 15,000 thousand – although that is significantly increased during the tourist season – the former honeymoon destination of French monarchs attracts visitors with its lovely coastline and well-preserved, diverse historical architecture. A car trip south of Biarritz takes only about 20 minutes.

Top international routes

• Paris
• London
• Lyon
• Amsterdam
• Geneva
• Brussels
• Dublin
• Nice
   

Main airlines

easyJet, Air France, HOP!, Ryanair, Volotea, and Scandinavian Airlines

Terminals

The single airport terminal serves all international and domestic flights.

Location

Biarritz Airport is about 5 km (3.1 mi) southeast of Biarritz, about 7 km (4.3 mi) southwest of Bayonne, and about 48 km (30 mi) northeast of Donostia-San Sebastian. Boulevard Marcel Dassault, Boulevard du Bayonne, Boulevard d'Augusta, and Avenue du Maréchal Foch are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.

Most popular types of rental car

• Large cars - from NOK 349 per day
• Small cars - from NOK 293 per day
• Medium cars - from NOK 306 per day
• SUVs - from NOK 481 per day
• Premium cars - from NOK 610 per day
• Vans - from NOK 481 per day
• Station wagons - from NOK 380 per day
• Convertibles - from NOK 1,211 per day

Car rental desks

Many are located inside the airport terminal. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.

Services and facilities

You’ll find a bar, a restaurant, and a couple of smaller food kiosks, as well as a newsstand, a retail clothing shop, and a shop selling local Basque crafts and products. There are also ATMs, a lounge, a business center, and a first aid room. Both the lost and found office and the left luggage service are at the airport information desk. Biarritz Airport is well equipped for passengers with reduced mobility, and special assistance can be requested, but you should contact your airline in advance if you’d like this service.

Nearest gas station

E.Leclerc gas station near the corner of Rue des Hirondelles and Rue des Alouettes can be reached in about eight minutes and is open 24/7. There are many other gas stations near Biarritz Airport and on the way to the city.

Popular one-way rentals

• Pau (122 km / 76 miles)
• San Sebastian–Donostia (48 km / 30 miles)
• Bilbao (146 km / 91 miles)
• Bordeaux (198 km / 123 miles)
• Dax (65 km / 40 miles)
• Pamplona (101 km / 63 miles)