Which airport is closest to San Sebastian in Spain?

Where in Spain is San Sebastian?

San Sebastian is a Spanish coastal city, just 20 kilometres from the French border. It lies on the coast of the Bay of Biscay, in the Basque region of Spain. It attracts visitors from all over the world. Languages spoken here include Basque and Castilian Spanish. The city is known as Donostia in the Basque language. The locals are known as ‘donostiarras’.

The city is nearly a millennium old, having been founded in 1108 and is rich in culture and history. It has been designated as a European Capital of Culture in 2016. It’s also known for its beautiful beaches.

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The nearest airport to San Sebastian

The nearest airport to San Sebastian is called, predictably, San Sebastian Airport (it’s also known as Donostia Airport). However, despite the airport’s name, it’s actually located in the neighbouring municipality of Hondarribia. The runway runs alongside the Bidasoa river, which runs on the border between Spain and France.

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San Sebastian airport and its importance to the city

San Sebastian Airport is mainly a domestic airport, from which most flights are Madrid-bound. British Airways runs a seasonal (summertime) London flight. The nearest international airports to the city are Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, which is 32 kilometres from the city. The other is Bilbao Airport, which is a drive of 117 kilometres. Airlines which serve the San Sebastian Airport include British Airways (London flights), Iberia Regional (Madrid flights) and Vueling (Barcelona flights).

Plans are underway to increase freight and passenger traffic, but progress is slower than desired, owing to mixed reactions from the local community. It’s not difficult to reach the city easily from the airport. There are buses to the town several times a day. Taxis and car hire are also easily available. The airport also offers restaurant and conference facilities

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