Andalusia's gateway serving Jerez, Cádiz, and Sherry country.
Opened
1959
Location
Jerez de la Frontera, Spain
Jerez Airport (XRY/LEJR) is a regional international airport located near Jerez de la Frontera in the province of Cádiz, in Spain's Andalusia region. It serves as an important access point for the surrounding area, which includes the cities of Jerez, Cádiz, and the broader Sherry wine-producing region, as well as the Costa de la Luz.
The airport handles primarily European leisure and low-cost traffic, with seasonal charter and scheduled services connecting it to major cities across the United Kingdom, Germany, and other European destinations. Ryanair has historically been one of the dominant carriers at the airport.
While smaller than Málaga or Seville airports, Jerez Airport plays a meaningful role in the regional economy by supporting tourism and business travel in southwestern Andalusia. Its runway and facilities are capable of handling modern narrow-body jet aircraft.
Terminals
The airport operates with a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to Jerez de la Frontera and Cádiz by bus services and taxi, with the city center approximately 8–10 km away.
Airlines here
Ryanair is the primary carrier operating at Jerez Airport, with additional seasonal and charter services from various European airlines.
Notable facts
- ›Located approximately 8 km northeast of Jerez de la Frontera city center.
- ›Serves as a gateway to the Sherry wine region and the Costa de la Luz.
- ›The airport also serves the nearby city of Cádiz, about 35 km away.
- ›A railway halt near the airport provides occasional rail connections.
- ›Jerez is also known for hosting the Spanish Motorcycle Grand Prix at the nearby Circuito de Jerez.
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