San Sebastián Airport serves one of the most elegant cities on the Cantabrian coast, famous for the Playa de la Concha, world-class gastronomy, and proximity to the French border.
Located in the municipality of Hondarribia, about 20 km east of San Sebastián (Donostia)'s city center, in a border area between Spanish and French Basque Country.
How to get to San Sebastian Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to EAS
Parking near San Sebastian Airport
The parking area, relatively small, is located a short walk from the terminal (approximately 100-150 metres) and rarely has availability issues.
It is not staffed but video-monitored; approximately 1.30-1.60€/hour, generally accessible compared to other Spanish tourist airports.
How to get to San Sebastián (Donostia) from EAS
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By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at San Sebastian Airport
There are car rental company desks available, useful for those wanting to explore both the Spanish Basque coast and the French coast near Biarritz.
Renting is a good option for visiting the small coastal towns in the border area.
Have your driver's license, passport, and credit card ready: the agency will almost certainly ask for an International Driving Permit as well.
Hotels near San Sebastian Airport
Parte Vieja
About 20 km from Hondarribia airport: 25 minutes by taxi, 30 by bus (lines E20/E21 to Plaza Gipuzkoa).
Best for: For those who want to dine in pintxos bars and explore the old town on foot.
- Dozens of pintxos bars just steps away, open until late
- 300 metres from La Concha beach and the harbour
- Narrow, lively alleys: noise on summer weekends
- Limited parking availability in the streets of the neighbourhood
Amara
Same distance from the airport (about 20 km): 25-30 minutes by taxi; frequent bus connections to the centre.
Best for: For those continuing their journey by train or coach, or who prefer a less touristy atmosphere.
- A few minutes' walk from the bus station and the train station
- Residential neighbourhood with lower rates than the old town
- To reach the Concha you cross the Urumea river, 10 minutes on foot
- Less nightlife than the Parte Vieja and Gros
Gros and Zurriola beach
About 20 km from the airport, 25-30 minutes by taxi or by bus to the centre and then on foot.
Best for: For those seeking Zurriola's surf and a younger, more informal neighbourhood.
- Zurriola beach with waves suited to surfing, rare in the city
- Bars and venues less touristy and cheaper than the old town
- 15-20 minutes on foot from the old town and the harbour
- Beach more exposed to the wind than the Concha
Miramón
About 20 km from the airport, 25-30 minutes by taxi; the area is not served by city buses to the centre.
Best for: For those seeking quiet for a work stay or a conference, getting around by car or taxi.
- Quiet residential neighbourhood, away from tourist traffic
- Pool and large garden, rare for old-town hotels
- 15 minutes by car or taxi from the beach and the centre
- Few restaurants and venues nearby, a car is needed
Airport services
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Lounges & relaxation
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Terminal guide
The airport has a small terminal, suitable for the limited traffic that characterizes it compared to nearby Bilbao and Biarritz airports.
Given the terminal configuration, internal movements require very little time.
Map of San Sebastian Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is San Sebastián airport close to France?
Yes, it's located in Hondarribia, in a border area, also convenient for reaching Biarritz and the French Basque coast.
Q. How much does the local bus from San Sebastián airport to Hondarribia cost?
A few euros for the short trip to Hondarribia; reaching central San Sebastián then requires a change, though the overall cost remains modest.
Q. Is it better to fly into San Sebastián or Biarritz to visit the border area?
It depends on current fares: San Sebastián offers more flights to Spain, while Biarritz often has more options to the rest of France.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in San Sebastián?
It can be useful for exploring the Spanish and French Basque coast, but the city centre is easily visited on foot.
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