News Release (29/04/10)
Travellers advised to allow time to ensure stress-free start to holiday weekend
Passenger numbers at Bristol Airport this weekend are expected to reach the highest levels seen since the recent volcanic ash disruption. Up to 80,000 passengers will pass through the terminal over the four day period from Friday 30 April to Monday 3 May.
Destinations outside the Eurozone continue to be popular, with flights to Egypt, Turkey and Tunisia departing over the course of the weekend. Onward connections via hub airports such as Amsterdam , Paris Charles de Gaulle and Brussels are also expected to be busy as travellers take the chance to visit friends and family overseas or return home for the holiday weekend.
However, it is not all one-way traffic. Thousands of inbound passengers will be flying in to visit the South West, with Bristol’s high profile hosting of the recent election debate attracting visitors looking for an interesting destination for a city break.
The busy schedule means departing passengers should ensure they allow enough time to check-in, clear security and board their flight.
Shaun Browne, Aviation Director at Bristol Airport, said:
“Check-in, security search and boarding can take time, particularly for families and large groups. By arriving at least two hours ahead of their scheduled departure time, passengers can help us keep queues to a minimum.”