Bristol Airport Contact Numbers Information
| Airport Contacts | Telephone Number |
| Customs and Excise | +44 (0)127 547 6510 |
| Lost Property | +44 (0)870 121 2747 |
| Bristol Airport Parking | +44 (0)870 121 2747 |
| Bristol Hertz Car Hire | +44 (0)127 547 2807 |
| Left Luggage | +44 (0)870 121 2747 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations Air Arann | +44 (0)800 587 2324 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations Aer Lingus | +44 (0)845 084 4444 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations Air France | +44 (0)845 084 5111 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations Air Southwest | +44 (0)870 241 8202 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations Aurigny Airlines | +44 (0)871 871 0717 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations British Airways | +44 (0)845 773 3377 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations Eastern Airways | +44 (0)165 268 2600 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations Easy Jet | +44 (0)870 600 0000 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations Flybe | +44 (0)871 700 0123 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations KLM | +44 (0)870 507 4074 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations Ryanair | +44 (0)246 0000 |
| Bristol Flight Reservations Skybus | +44 (0)845 710 5555 |
| SN Brussels Airlines | +44 (0)870 735 2345 |
Bristol Airport Baggage Information
Airlines will let you know what their allowances are by various means:
If you have a ticket, the hold allowance will be printed on the ticket. Ticket wallets also contain general information about carry on bags.
On electronic tickets (e-tickets) baggage allowances are usually on the confirmation notice. Hand luggage allowances are also given on individual airline websites.
Overweight Baggage: If your hold baggage is heavier than the allowance, the airline is entitled to charge an excess baggage charge. If your cabin luggage is overweight or too big, you might be asked to check it in to the hold. If doing so takes your hold luggage above your hold baggage allowance, you might have to pay excess baggage charges. The best way to avoid any problems is to stick to the allowances.
The baggage allowances do vary from carrier to carrier. If in doubt check with your airline:
Hand luggage sizes vary but most airlines limit their carry-on bags to a range of 14" to 16" high, 21" to 24" wide, and 8" to 9" deep.
A 45" total (height+width+depth) can be used as a basic guideline
The standard allowance typically provides for a bag of up to a certain size plus one 'personal item' - a personal item may be:
Briefcase, Camera, Handbag/Purse, Laptop (in carry bag), Reading matter.
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| Airline/Tour Operator | Telephone | Web Address |
| Portland | 0870 241 3172 | www.portland-direct.co.uk |
| Thomson | 0870 165 0079 | www.thomsonholidays.co.uk |
| First Choice | 0870 850 3999 | www.firstchoice.co.uk |
| JMC | 0870 750 5711 | www.jmc.co.uk |
| Crystal holidays | 0870 848 7999 | www.crystalholidays.co.uk |
| Saga | 0800 300 500 | www.saga.co.uk |
| Direct Holidays | 0870 238 7700 | www.directholidays.co.uk |
| Airtours | 0870 238 7788 | www.airtours.co.uk |
| Libra | 0871 226 0446 | www.libraholidays.co.uk |
Bristol Airport Security Information
We all know security measures at UK airports are tight. Seasoned travellers will be aware of the heightened airport security but if you fly less frequently what can you expect to find when you arrive at Bristol Airport?
It is important to give yourself plenty of time for your check in at the airport. For long haul flights the check in is 2 or 3 hours prior to your flight. Give yourself longer! Everything takes longer than it used to at the airport, particularly during peak times. You can expect delays and long queues for check-in and screening. Allow extra time just in case of special circumstances.
Air travellers are limited to one carry-on bag and one personal item (such as a purse or briefcase) on all flights. When you are packing keep the climate of high security in mind. It's common sense - any item or hazardous substance that could cause danger or injury for others will not be allowed in you carry on bag. There are a few every day items that could be overlooked in your hand luggage.
Liquids Restriction Update
Passengers are able to take liquids through security check points again, however, some restrictions still apply. Individual containers of liquids must not exceed a maximum capacity of 100ml.
All containers must be presented for examination to security in a 'single, transparent, re-sealable plastic bag'. The re-sealable bag must not exceed a capacity of 1 litre or 20cm x 20cm.
Liquids Include:
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Cabin Baggage Restrictions:
Each passenger can carry only one item of hand-luggage through the airport search point, with a maximum size of 56cm x 45cm x 25cm.
Please Note: Essential medicines or baby food can be carried on in larger volumes than 100ml, however, these items will be subject to authentication.
Some of the items not to pack in hand luggage:
Household cutlery, any knives, razor blades*, tools, scissors, hypodermic syringes *, knitting needles, corkscrews, and sporting bats.
These Items are OK in your hand luggage:
Cellular phones, walkman, notebook computer, ;non-metal nail files, *disposable razor, *syringes for personal medical use secured with caps, and medication in its original, labeled container, cane and umbrella (after it has been checked).
Pack jewellery, cash and laptop computers, in your carry-on baggage. Put undeveloped film and cameras with film in your carry-on bag. Checked baggage screening equipment will damage undeveloped film.
Expect to Have Your Bags Searched
Carry-on and checked bags are subject to being hand-searched, particularly if the contents can't be seen by the X-ray. Don't wrap gifts until you get there. Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
You can avoid setting off the metal detectors by not wearing jewellery clothing, shoes, and accessories that contain metal.
Locked Suitcases
When you are travelling from the UK it is generally accepted that you lock your suitcase.
You may be called on to open up a bag where the contents are unclear.
If you are flying from the USA the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) asks that bags be left unlocked to make the job of security screeners easier and quicker.
The TSA has recently listed on its website ( www.tsa.gov ) a number of brand names- that have "accepted and recognised locks". These are locks that airport security screeners can open and relock. The list also contains the names of several makes of travel padlocks that screeners can open and relock.
Bristol Airport Travel Tips
Plan ahead and try not to pack at the last minute. It only takes 1 banned item in your carry on or checked baggage to cause delays for you and possibly other passengers.If you have a wait before your check-in - put your bags in the left luggage. Then you will be able to do a bit of shopping or just relax - never leave your luggage unattended at the airport.
If you have the prospect of a long haul flight you can book in at the Servisair 'Cabot' airport lounge. You can wind down in the lounge after your check-in and security screening.
In emergency situations where there is danger to life or a crime in progress, call 999 - but if you have any non- urgent airport security enquiry or to report a crime that occurred earlier - please contact the British transport Police for Bristol Airport .
Bristol airport PoliceDevon and Somerset Constabulary
By telephone: 0845 4567000
This is a local rate number.