Car hire at Bournemouth Airport

Rental offices 2 on the map below
To the city centre 5 mi Car hire in Bournemouth →
Airport codes BOH ICAO EGHH

Bournemouth Airport, at Hurn on the edge of Christchurch, is a quick start for Dorset's beaches, the Isle of Purbeck and the New Forest. Compare car hire with pick-up at the airport and check the conditions of every offer before you commit.

Where to collect your car

Bournemouth is a compact airport, and pick-up arrangements vary by supplier: some hand over cars at the airport, others work from branches nearby. Each offer shows its pick-up type, and your voucher has the exact address and instructions, so you know where to go before you land. If you arrive late in the evening, check the collection arrangements in advance.

Map of car rental offices

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Who's here

Rental companies at Bournemouth Airport

Car Hire Building

Tips

Before you set off

A338 into town

The A338 links the airport area with Bournemouth to the south and the A31 at Ringwood to the north.

No motorway nearby

Heading east, the A31 becomes the M27 at Cadnam, leading to Southampton and the M3.

Sandbanks chain ferry

The short toll crossing from Sandbanks to Studland is the scenic route to Swanage and Corfe Castle.

Animals on the road

In the New Forest, ponies and cattle graze beside unfenced roads with a 40 mph limit - drive gently after dark.

Good questions

Car hire at Bournemouth Airport - FAQ

All questions
Where do I collect a hire car at Bournemouth Airport?

It depends on the supplier: some hand over the car at the airport, others are based nearby. The pick-up type is on every offer, and your voucher explains exactly where to go.

Is there a toll on the way to Swanage?

Only if you take the Sandbanks - Studland chain ferry, which charges per crossing. The longer road route round Poole Harbour via Wareham is toll-free.

How do I reach the Jurassic Coast?

Head west via Wareham for Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, or take the chain ferry to Studland and Old Harry Rocks. Summer car parks fill early, so set off in good time.

Can I return the car to Southampton or Heathrow?

Yes, one-way hire is possible. Tick "Return to a different location" to compare prices for drop-off at Southampton Airport, Heathrow or another UK location; a one-way fee may apply.