Biarritz Pays Basque airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
BIQ
ICAO Code
LFBZ
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Biarritz Pays Basque Airport is a regional international airport serving Biarritz, Bayonne and the Basque coast in southwestern France. It operates from a single main terminal and handles a mix of scheduled domestic flights and seasonal international services.

Biarritz Pays Basque airport
Elevation: 74 m
43.4684, -1.5232

Terminal Guide for Biarritz Pays Basque Airport #

The airport uses one principal passenger terminal with check-in halls, security and an airside departure area offering duty-free, cafés and a range of airline check-in desks. The layout is compact and convenient for walk-up connections between gates.

Getting to and From Biarritz Pays Basque Airport #

The airport is a short drive from Biarritz and Bayonne; taxis, airport shuttles and regional trains (from nearby stations) are common options-typical drive time to central Biarritz is about 10-20 minutes.

  • Rail/metro: No direct rail line into the terminal; nearby Bayonne/Biarritz train stations connect to regional and national services-taxi or shuttle needed from the stations to the airport.
  • Buses: Airport shuttles and regional buses link the terminal with Biarritz, Bayonne and surrounding towns.
  • Taxis: Readily available outside arrivals; journey times to town centres are short.
  • Ride-share/Driving: Ride-hailing services operate in the area; driving and on-site parking are straightforward.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Biarritz Pays Basque Airport #

Facilities include a selection of cafés and restaurants, duty-free and local retail, car rental desks and tourist information geared to coastal visitors.

  • Lounges: No large international lounge network; some airlines provide business facilities for premium passengers.
  • Food & drink: Several cafés and bars both landside and airside serving light meals and drinks.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi and charging points are available throughout the terminal.
  • Luggage & services: Standard airline check-in and baggage handling; limited left-luggage services may be available.
  • Accessibility: The terminal is accessible with step-free access and assistance available through airlines.

Hotels and Layovers at Biarritz Pays Basque Airport #

  • There are multiple hotels in Biarritz and nearby Bayonne within 10-20 minutes’ drive of the airport. Use hotel-chain sites for bookings:
  • marriott.com
  • accor.com
  • hilton.com

For short layovers: some nearby city hotels offer day rooms and several local guesthouses are a short taxi ride from the terminal.

Tips for Biarritz Pays Basque airport #

  • Biarritz airport is close to Biarritz and Bayonne-allow 10-20 minutes by car to reach central Biarritz depending on traffic.
  • Train station (Biarritz/Bayonne) and airport transfers provide quick links-check schedules for seasonal changes.
  • Low-cost and legacy carriers operate here; compare baggage rules carefully when booking.

Weather & Climate near Biarritz Pays Basque airport #

Climate

Biarritz Pays Basque airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1253 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 37 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.9h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 23°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 20°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (148 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

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