About Marseille
Marseille, the emblematic port city of southern France, is renowned for its rich historical heritage, vibrant culture and delicious Mediterranean cuisine. Stroll through the Old Port, explore the picturesque Panier district, and admire the majestic Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde offering panoramic views of the city and sea. Marseille is also the ideal starting point for discovering the magnificent Calanques, turquoise coves nestled between limestone cliffs.
Surrounding towns and villages :
Near Marseille, discover picturesque villages such as Cassis, famous for its calanques and charming port, or Aix-en-Provence, renowned for its elegant streets and lively markets. These towns offer an authentic Provencal experience, combining culture, gastronomy and enchanting landscapes.
Marseille-Provence airport
Marseille Airport, located in Marignane, is the main airport in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. It provides numerous national and international connections, facilitating travel to major European cities, world capitals and several Mediterranean destinations. Featuring two modern, functional terminals, it offers a wide range of services designed to ensure travelers' comfort, fluidity and safety: stores, restaurants, lounges, car rental services and simplified access. Thanks to its immediate proximity to Marseille, as well as Aix-en-Provence, Arles and the Camargue, the airport is a strategic point of entry for discovering the wealth of southern France.
Information about Marseille-Provence airport
Type: International civil airport
Address: BP 7 - Aéroport, 13727 Marignane Cedex
Altitude: 21 metres
IATA code: MRS
ICAO code: LFML
Telephone: 0 820 811 414
Coordinates: Latitude 43.436904, Longitude 5.214987
Open: 24 hours a day
Facilities: Two asphalt concrete runways, modern terminals, parking lots
On-site services: Restaurants, stores, car rental
Home town: Marignane
The advantages of a private flight
Travel time comparison Helicopter vs Car
Escape traffic jams and easily reach popular destinations such as Saint-Tropez, Cannes or Courchevel with our private helicopter transfers fromMarseille Airport. Road journeys to these destinations can be long, especially during peak periods. Opt for the speed and comfort of a helicopter for a stress-free trip.
- Marseille - Saint-Tropez: around 40 minutes by helicopter, compared with over 2 hours by car.
- Marseille - Cannes: about 50 minutes by helicopter, compared with 2 hours 30 minutes by road.
- Marseille - Nice: around 1 hour by helicopter, compared with over 2 hours 40 minutes by car.
- Marseille - Monaco: approx. 1 hour by helicopter, compared with approx. 3 hours by road.
Transfers to other airports: Our private helicopter transfers fromMarseille Airport also serve the main regional airports, facilitating your connections and optimizing your travel time. Destinations include Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport, Milan-Malpensa Airport and Zurich Airport.
Ski resort access: Reach the ski resorts of the Alps quickly fromMarseille Airport with our private helicopter transfers. Enjoy easy access to popular destinations such as Mégéve, Auron or Val d'Isère, and make the most of your mountain holiday without the constraints of road travel.
Access to cities in the Mediterranean, Switzerland and Italy: Our private helicopter flights fromMarseille Airport enable you to quickly reach emblematic cities such as Genoa in Italy, Zurich in Switzerland, or Mediterranean gems like Nice and Marseille.
Spectacular views: Take off or land atMarseille Airport and enjoy breathtaking views of iconic sites such as the Old Port, the Calanques, or the majestic Mont Ventoux. This VIP experience combines luxury, comfort and exceptional panoramas for an unforgettable experience . You'll also fly over deep valleys and picturesque Alpine villages nestled in the mountains.
