Montpellier–Méditerranée Airport (MPL)

Location

The airport is located seven miles (11km) southeast of Montpellier.

Getting to the city

Airport Shuttle, Line 120 connects the airport to the "Place de l'Europe" Tramway Station, where connections can be made by train to the Montpellier St Roch Railway Station, and by tram to many destinations around Montpellier.

Time

GMT +1 (GMT +2 from last Sunday of March to last Sunday in October)

Car rental

Car rental companies represented at the airport include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt and Autorapido.

Airport Taxis

A taxi from Montpellier Airport to Place de l'Europe (where tram or train services are available) costs between €20 and €27 (maximum four passengers). This rate is increased at night, on Sundays, and bank holidays. Taxis accept cash and cheques; some drivers will accept credit cards for fares over €20.

Facilities

Airport facilities include ATMs, a hotel, restaurants, bars, takeaways, shopping (duty-free shopping in departures area), a children's play area, and secure parking. The airport information desk also offers travellers assistance when needed.

Parking

There are ample parking bays available at the airport, with designated areas for short stays, medium stays, long stays and very long stays. Parking tariffs range from €1.30 for a 15-minute stay, €15 for 24 hours and up to €60 in the 'very long stay' lot for 30 days.

Website

www.montpellier.aeroport.fr

Internet

Free and unlimited wifi is available.

Montpellier Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.