Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Brest Bretagne Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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I planned to (having a very early flight to Paris next day) but was thrown out when they closed the main terminal after the arrival of the last flight of the evening. – Simon
BES Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Brest Bretagne Airport.
What to Expect
Brest Airport (code: BES) provides passenger service through a single-terminal facility with six gates, three eateries, and a few shops. There is one lounge that passengers can pay to use.
Sleeping in Brest Bretagne Airport
The airport closes nightly at 11:30 PM or soon after the arrival of the last flight, so sleeping overnight in the airport is not allowed. For uninterrupted sleep, there are several hotels near the airport. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open from 4:30 AM – 11:30 PM or outside those hours if flights are scheduled to depart earlier or arrive later.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Brest Bretagne Airport:
- Hotel Escale Oceania Brest – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
- B&B Hotel Brest Kergaradec – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Brest Bretagne Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by purchasing a lounge pass.
Salon Dibradañ – Location: unknown. Hours: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Mon – Fri). Rate: The rate is 15€ per person. To enter, you must book 24 hours ahead of your arrival.
Related Pages: Brest Bretagne Airport Lounges
Food & Drinks
Food concessions throughout the airport operate with varying schedules. At the time of this update, there are no 24-hour dining options. Food options include: L’Ambassade bretonne • Trib’s.
Vending machines are also available landside.
Drinking Water
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Luggage Storage & Lockers
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Mobile Charging
At the time of this update, we had no information about mobile charging availability. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Showers
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WiFi/Internet
Free unlimited WiFi is available in Brest Bretagne Airport. Connect to the “WiFi by CCIBREST” network.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Location: Check-in, landside, near the Air France desk.
Children’s Area – When you want to ensure your kids burn off all their energy before their flight, take them to the children’s play area. Location: Departure Hall, Airside.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available airside in the Departures lounge. Landside, you will find a clothing shop and souvenir/convenience shop.
Family Services – Childcare equipment, including car seats, strollers and cots, are available for rent. Booking is online and preferably at least a week before the desired dates to ensure availability. Locations: ticket office (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) and parking office (5:00 AM –9:00 AM; 5:00 PM onwards).
Information Desk – An Information Desk is available.Hours: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Key Deposit – Temporary storage is available for small items, like keys or motorcycle helmets, at the Parking Information Desk. Rate: 15,00€ per item.
Post Office – Send your last-minute postcards to friends and family from the airport’s post office. A mailbox is outside the terminal building, near the entrance.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Travel Agencies – If you are arriving in Brest Bretagne and need local arrangements or help planning a last-minute trip abroad, the Salaün Holidays Travel Agency can probably be of assistance. Location: Landside, Main Terminal Hall. Hours: 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM (Tues & Thurs).
Airport Shuttle
An airport shuttle connects BES airport to Line A of the local tram line. Service is available according to the flight schedule. At the time of this update, the fare is €1.60 and allows travel on the tramway for up to one hour. For timetable and other details, visit the airport website.
Car Rentals
Several companies offer car rental services, including Avis • Budget • Europcar • Hertz. Their counters are in the arrivals area, opposite the baggage pick-up area.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Public Transportation
The airport is connected to the local public transportation system. To plan your route, visit the Breizhgo website.
Taxis
A taxi stand is located just outside the Terminal. As of this update, taxi rides incur the following charges: €1.80/km as a day rate and €2.60/km as a night rate, Sundays and bank holidays, pick-up charge of €2.15.
Last updated: 2024-08-26
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.