About Marseille Airport
The airport is also used by passengers heading to or from nearby Toulon and Avignon, making it a major gateway for the wider region.
Pick from these popular airlines at Marseille Airport for your next journey:
Not sure where to head if you're setting off from Marseille? Direct flights from Marseille Airport can take you to some great places, including:
Paris
London
Algiers
Brussels
Nantes
June, July, and August are the busiest months at Marseille Provence Airport. All three sit squarely in summer, when leisure travel to the French Riviera and Provence peaks. Warm, dry weather draws visitors from across Europe, and French school holidays typically push domestic arrivals higher through this period.
January, February, and March are the quietest months at Marseille Provence Airport. These winter and early-spring months follow the holiday season, and cooler, more unpredictable weather along the Mediterranean coast means leisure demand runs notably lower than the rest of the year.
How to get from Marseille Airport to Marseille
The TER is one option to reach the city centre once you've walked out of Marseille Airport arrivals. It usually takes about 25 minutes to get to Marseille-Saint-Charles, a major stop on the line.
Bus services connect the airport with central Marseille. You can be at Marseille-Saint-Charles in about 30 minutes by taking the L91.
Get dropped off right where you want to be by booking a rideshare service with Uber from Marseille Airport.
Taxi Radio Marseille and Taxis Marseillais are among the taxi companies in Marseille.
If you choose a taxi or a rideshare service, the drive from Marseille Airport into Marseille usually takes around 25 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
Getting from Marseille Provence Airport into the city is straightforward. A shuttle bus runs directly to Marseille's Saint-Charles train station, while taxis and rideshare services are also readily available outside the arrivals hall.
How to get to Marseille Airport from Marseille
For your Marseille Airport departure, you can take the TER from the centre of Marseille. Get on at a main hub like Marseille-Saint-Charles and expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
Buses run between the city and the airport. The L91 departs from major stops like Marseille-Saint-Charles and takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're driving from central Marseille or being dropped off by a friend, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport.
The most common way to get to Marseille Provence Airport from the city is by shuttle bus, with regular services running from Marseille's Saint-Charles train station. Taxis and rideshare options like Uber are also widely used, picking up from dedicated zones outside the terminal.
Marseille Airport facilities
Marseille Airport is spread across two terminals.
From cafes and coffee shops and fast food to grab-and-go options, you've got your pre-flight cravings covered. The airport also has sit-down restaurants.
You can work in a quick shopping stop before boarding. Browse or stock up on last-minute items at the convenience stores, duty-free outlets, and fashion and accessories. And if you've still got time before departure, check out the souvenirs and gifts.
Got time to kill before your flight? You may be able to wait in an airport lounge instead of at the gate. These are the types of lounges at Marseille Airport:
Airport lounges
Business and first class lounges
Membership lounges
Paid lounges
You'll have a number of options for parking at Marseille Airport. The main types are:
Long stay
Pick-up/drop-off
Short stay
Valet
Where to stay near Marseille Airport
Whether you have a late flight to Marseille Airport or an early departure, Ibis Marseille Marignane Technopole is there when your schedule calls for convenience. It's just 3 kilometres away and features a lounge, express check-out, and wheelchair access.
Another nearby option is Holiday Inn Express Marseille Airport by IHG. Roughly 2 kilometres from the airport, amenities here include a bar, Wi-Fi, and a lowered bathroom sink.
Or enjoy an easier pre-flight or post-flight stopover at B&B Hotel Marseille Aéroport Saint-Victoret. From the airport, it's about 3 kilometres away and offers an airport shuttle, Wi-Fi, parking, and more.
Car rental options near Marseille Airport
Flying into Marseille to begin your trip? Pick up a car rental at Marseille Airport and head straight from arrivals to your first stop.
Line up your ride with Rentscape, Goldcar or Free2move. They're among the most well-known providers.