Travelers arriving at Guernsey Airport encounter a single modern terminal that handles all flights to around 20 destinations, mostly in England and nearby European spots, with Aurigny Air and Blue Islands as the main operators.
The building splits into a ground floor for arrivals and baggage claim alongside check-in counters, and an upper level for departures with gates reached via a short bridge walkway that takes under five minutes on foot for most stands. Passengers find the space straightforward, with wide corridors and clear signage guiding from the entrance through security to seating areas near the four gates, all within a compact setup that sees about 685,000 travelers pass through yearly. Security checkpoints open from 5 a.m. to match early flights, featuring lanes that keep waits to 10 minutes or less outside peak mornings, and the overall flow suits quick turns without much backtracking.
Reaching the airport from St Peter Port covers 4.6 kilometers southwest through the parish of Forest, a drive of 10 minutes along La Route de la Villiaze or similar roads. Island Coachways buses run routes 2 and 3 every 15 to 30 minutes from the bus terminus to the terminal forecourt for two pounds fifty, dropping off right at the doors.
Taxis line up outside arrivals for a fixed five-pound fare to the capital, or rideshares like Uber operate with pickups at designated spots, while car rentals from Europcar and Avis sit inside the terminal for immediate access. Parking lots adjacent to the building offer short-stay spots at two pounds per hour and long-stay at eight pounds daily, with online booking available to secure places during busier periods.
Connections run efficiently for the short-haul network, with 30-minute minimum times allowing a relaxed walk to the next gate or a coffee stop, though international arrivals from spots like Amsterdam clear passport control in 15 minutes before baggage.
On-time departures average 83 percent based on recent monthly figures, backed by a 1,463-meter runway managing 50 daily movements, but fog in winter or poor visibility in summer often leads to holds of 30 minutes or more, and occasional fleet issues with operators can push cancellations. Travelers spot updates via the airport app for gate shifts or weather alerts, helping sidestep those hitches.
Dining options include the Bailiwick Bar and Kitchen on both landside and airside levels for sandwiches, salads, or hot meals from 5 a.m. to last flight, plus a cafe in the departure lounge serving pastries and drinks until 8 p.m. Retail covers Guernsey Duty Free for perfumes, tobacco, and local gins open from 6 a.m., alongside WHSmith for newspapers, snacks, and souvenirs running similar hours.
Facilities feature free Wi-Fi across the terminal, power sockets at gate benches, baby changing rooms in landside and airside restrooms, and a children’s play area on the upper floor. A smoking lounge sits post-security, accessible toilets with lifts for wheelchairs dot the halls, and left luggage at three pounds per bag per day handles extras. The setup keeps waits short and paths simple, letting passengers focus on their next leg.
