Southwestern France, France
Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ): Closest, 5 km from city. Mainly domestic and European flights. Its small size allows quick navigation.
BIQ serves airlines like Air France, easyJet, Ryanair, Transavia, Volotea, and Lufthansa. Seasonal routes also connect to other European cities.
Flights to BIQ are more frequent and expensive during the high season (July-August) due to high demand.
Shoulder seasons (May-June, September-October) offer a good balance of availability and price. Low season (November-April) means fewer flights but often cheaper fares.
Biarritz Pays Basque Airport is small. It offers car rental desks, cafes, duty-free shop, ATMs, and Wi-Fi access.
Book flights in advance, especially for peak travel periods, to get better rates.
Use flight comparison sites like Skyscanner or apps like Dollar Flight Club.
Being flexible with travel dates yields cheaper fares during off-peak times.
Biarritz has a train station, Gare de Biarritz, about 3 km (2 miles) from the city center.
Long-distance bus companies offer budget-friendly connections.
Biarritz connects well by autoroutes (motorways). The A63 runs north towards Bordeaux and south towards Spain. The A64 connects east towards Pau and Toulouse. Most autoroutes call for tolls.
Roads in the Biarritz region are generally well-maintained. Traffic can be heavy in Biarritz city center during peak season. Parking can be challenging and expensive in the city center.
Biarritz does not have a major passenger ferry terminal.
River transportation is not relevant for arrival directly into Biarritz itself.
Consider different transport modes for your journey depending on your starting point and budget.
Booking flights, trains, or car rentals in advance often secures better rates and availability.
Biarritz serves as a fantastic base to explore the Basque Country in France and Spain.
No specific exit fees or taxes are typically levied directly on departing travelers from French airports.
Plan for your departure to make sure a smooth exit from Biarritz.
Offers basic amenities for departing travelers, including car rental, cafes, duty-free, ATMs, and Wi-Fi.
Has a small waiting area, a ticket office, and a few vending machines or kiosks.
These facilities give sufficient services for typical departures.
Confirm your flight or train status in advance and allow ample time for airport or station procedures.
