Bergerac Dordogne‑Périgord is a regional airport with a single passenger terminal serving Bergerac and the Dordogne region. It handles scheduled and seasonal holiday flights connecting the Dordogne to other parts of Europe. The airport is a short drive from Bergerac town - typically 10-20 minutes by car depending on traffic.
Getting to and From Bergerac Dordogne-Périgord airport #
Short transfer times to Bergerac make car, taxi and car hire the most convenient options.
- Taxi: Quick drive to Bergerac town and the railway station (approx 10-20 minutes).
- Bus / Shuttle: Seasonal and limited bus/shuttle services link the airport to Bergerac and local resorts; frequency varies by season.
- Train: Bergerac railway station serves longer journeys; combine with a short taxi or local bus from the airport.
- Driving: Car hire is available on site; parking offered for short and long stays.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Bergerac Dordogne-Périgord airport #
The terminal provides basic passenger amenities geared to regional holiday traffic: a café or snack bar, car‑hire desks, tourist information, toilets and limited retail (seasonal duty‑free/shops during summer). Wi‑Fi and charging points may be available but are limited compared with larger airports.
Hotels and Layovers at Bergerac Dordogne-Périgord airport #
There is no major on‑site hotel at Bergerac airport; most visitors stay in Bergerac town (≈10-20 minutes by car). For overnight layovers choose hotels near Bergerac railway station or town centre for easier onward travel. Several chain and independent hotels serve airport passengers but verify distance and shuttle availability when booking.
Tips for Bergerac Dordogne-Périgord airport #
- Car practical: Bergerac airport is best reached by car or taxi - public transport is limited outside summer and market days.
- Summer traffic: Summer charter and holiday flights increase activity; allow extra time for parking and shuttle buses during peak periods.
Weather & Climate near Bergerac Dordogne-Périgord airport #
Bergerac Dordogne-Périgord airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (964 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 5° | 91 mm | overcast | 92% | 2.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| February | Acceptable | 3° - 12° | 6° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 2.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Acceptable | 4° - 15° | 8° | 69 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 6° - 17° | 12° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.8 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.3h |
| May | Good | 10° - 21° | 16° | 82 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.6h |
| June | Excellent | 13° - 24° | 19° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.3h |
| July | Excellent | 15° - 27° | 21° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.0h |
| August | Excellent | 15° - 27° | 21° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 2.0 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.8h |
| September | Very Good | 12° - 24° | 18° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.0 m/s | 1.0 high | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.1 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.8h |
| November | Poor | 5° - 13° | 8° | 106 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 11° | 5° | 103 mm | overcast | 92% | 2.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
