How to get to San Sebastian from the airport?
San Sebastian is located in the Basque Country in northern Spain. It is only 20 km from the French border. Within a radius of 100km we have 3 airports to choose from. Two of the airports are in Spain. The international airport of Bilbao and the small airport of San Sebastian. A third airport with international connections is in Biarritz France. We can say that it is a region that is very well connected to the world by land, sea, and air.
Closest airports to San Sebastian
San Sebastian airport
San Sebastian airport is located in the neighboring town of Fuenterrabia, only 20 km from San Sebastian. Right in the border with France. The French town with which it borders is Hendaye.
It is a very small airport with connections with Madrid, Barcelona, Canary islands and London. Once landed everything is very simple because as soon as you land you are at the cab rank. If you are a large group of people I recommend organizing a transport as in this area of Spain there is no Uber. I recommend organizing transportation, especially during busy times, as I have received complaints from many customers about the lack of taxis. These customers had to wait about an hour to be picked up and transferred to their hotel. You can also choose to take a public bus.
https://ekialdebus.eus/es/linea-e21-aeropuerto-hondarribia-donostia/
Biarritz airport
Biarritz airport is a bit further away but only 50 km from San Sebastian. It is also a small airport but with connections to other European countries such as England, France or Germany. It is a very good option to take into account.
From Biarritz airport to San Sebastian you have different options, from French cabs to hourly buses. On the other hand I also recommend to organize transportation especially for large families and large groups of friends. There is no Uber. Road transfer is highly recommended as Biarritz and San Sebastian are connected by a wonderful highway.
Bilbao airport
It is the farthest airport of all and is located 100 km from San Sebastian. It is a larger airport and you have the possibility to fly from other parts of Spain as well as from other parts of Europe.
From Bilbao airport to San Sebastian there are cab options but the one I recommend the most is the bus. There is a bus from the airport to San Sebastian every 30 minutes. It is a very comfortable and efficient bus. If it is a large group of people I recommend buying tickets in advance although as I said they leave every half hour. There is also the option of taking a taxi, which are plentiful at this airport, more than in San Sebastian. Another option is private transportation from the airport to your final destination.
https://www.checkmybus.es/bilbao-aeropuerto/san-sebastian
Do you want to combine your pick up at the airport with one of our tours?
This alternative is highly recommended because depending on the airport from which we pick you up you have different tours options. The tour and transfer option is very appealing because you are guaranteed premium service and at the same time you can take a private tour and enjoy an unforgettable experience. You will finally arrive at your destination with your spirit filled.
Tour options from the airport in Bilbao:
Guggenheim museum and the coastal villages
Txakoli wine tour and the seafaring culture
Tour options from The airport in San Sebastian:
San Sebastian mountains and cider house restaurant
San Sebastian City tour and pintxos
Tour options from the airport in Biarritz:
Biarritz and the French Basque Coast
San Sebastian city tour and pintxos.
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