Asturias Airport serves one of the greenest and least crowded regions of northern Spain, an access point to cities like Oviedo, Gijón, and Avilés and to the Picos de Europa.
Located in the municipality of Ranón, it is centrally positioned relative to the so-called Asturian triangle formed by the region's three main cities.
How to get to Asturias Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to OVD
Parking near Asturias Airport
The parking, of modest size, is located a short walking distance from the terminal (approximately 100-150 meters) and generally poses no availability issues.
It is not staffed but video-monitored; approximately 1.20-1.50€/hour with a daily cap of around 10-12€, accessible compared to major Spanish airports.
How to get to Oviedo from OVD
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Asturias Airport
The main car rental companies, including Hertz, Avis, and Europcar, have dedicated desks in the terminal, useful for exploring the Picos de Europa and the Asturian coast.
Car rental is particularly recommended for those wanting to visit the natural parks in the region, which are not always well served by public transportation.
A driver's license, passport, and credit card are required; in most cases an International Driving Permit (IDP) is also required.
Hotels near Asturias Airport
Casco histórico, near the cathedral
about 40 minutes by taxi from the airport, or the ALSA bus (45-50 minutes, one departure an hour) to Oviedo station
Best for: those who want to sleep among the lanes of the historic center and visit the cathedral and Plaza de la Constitución on foot
- A few steps from the cathedral, Plaza de la Constitución and the Fontán market
- Dozens of cider houses and bars in the lanes around the cathedral
- Pedestrian streets, not very convenient for those arriving by car
- Scarce parking in the most central streets
Recommended hotels
Campo de San Francisco and the university area
the same travel time from the airport as the casco histórico, about 40 minutes by taxi or the ALSA bus to the station
Best for: those looking for a larger hotel near the park, the university and the Palacio de Congresos
- Overlooking Campo de San Francisco, the city's largest park
- Five minutes' walk from Calle Gascona and its cider houses
- A few hundred meters more to reach the casco histórico
- Larger hotels, less distinctive than the properties of the historic center
Recommended hotels
- Eurostars Hotel de la Reconquista An eighteenth-century palace declared a national monument, 150 meters from Campo de San Francisco. View availability
- NH Oviedo Principado Across from the historic university building, with some rooms offering a view of the Gothic cathedral. View availability
- Gran Hotel España A nineteenth-century palace between the Foncalada, the University and the cathedral of San Salvador. View availability
Station area, Calle Uría
the same travel time from the airport as the historic center; the ALSA bus stops right at Oviedo station
Best for: those arriving or departing on the ALSA bus from the airport who want to get off a step away from their room
- A couple of minutes from the bus and train station
- Still just a few minutes' walk from the historic center and the Campoamor theater
- Through traffic on the wider streets of the area
- Less distinctive than the lanes of the casco histórico
Recommended hotels
- Hotel Longoria Plaza by Pandora Hoteles 100 meters from the Campoamor theater and two minutes from the Calle Uría bus station. View availability
- AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott A few steps from the train station, with a gym and modern rooms ten minutes from the cathedral. View availability
- Pension Oviedo A minute's walk from the station, with nearby parking and recently renovated rooms. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The airport has a single terminal, functional for the regional traffic that serves the entire Asturian area.
Internal transit times are short.
Map of Asturias Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Does Asturias airport serve Oviedo or Gijón?
It serves both cities, as well as Avilés, via a dedicated bus that covers the so-called Asturian triangle.
Q. How do you get to the Picos de Europa from the airport?
The most practical way is to rent a car at the airport, since the natural parks are not well served by direct public transport.
Q. How much does the dedicated bus from Asturias airport cost?
The price varies depending on the destination among Oviedo, Gijón, and Avilés: roughly 3-9 euros per journey (departures from 6:00 am to midnight, about every hour).
Q. What is the difference between Oviedo and Gijón as a base for your stay?
Oviedo has a more compact UNESCO World Heritage historic centre, while Gijón is a livelier coastal city: the choice depends on the type of holiday you're looking for.
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