France is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world. With its cultural beauty and scenic grandeur, the country never fails to startle travellers. Every year, millions of tourists visit the country. There are more than 30 state-of-the-art international and domestic airports in France that greatly enhance the travelling experiences of passengers.

Keep reading to know about the busiest and most important 19 airports situated in France and the services provided by them.

(Note: The services and other amenities keep altering. So, kindly verify all the information before planning your trip to any of these locations)

1. Charles de Gaulle International Airport, (CDG), Paris

Ranked as the 5th best airport in the world, the Charles de Gaulle International Airport is one of the most important airports in France. It was inaugurated on 8th March 1974 and is situated 35 km away from Paris. Besides, it comprises four runways and has over 1500 operating flights travelling across the world every day.

• Address: 95700, Roissy-en-France, France
• ICAO Code: LEPG
• IATA Code: CDG
• Category: International
• Terminals:
  • Terminal 1 is used by Saudi, Sky Express, Smart Wings and Singapore Airlines
  • Terminal 2 is further divided into 7 segments 2A-2G 
  • Terminal 3 is used for accessing transports like buses and RER B stations
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Mobile phone rental
  • Health care facilities
  • Leather care
  • Handover amenities
  • Pharmacies
  • Lounges

2. Paris Orly Airport, (ORY), Paris

The Paris Orly is the 2nd busiest and 2nd largest airport in France and is strategically located approximately 19.3 km from Paris. It commenced operations on 23rd May 1909 and serves millions of passengers every year. Besides, the airport is less crowded and offers the best option for long flights to New York City and different countries in the Middle East.

• Address: 94390 Orly, France
• ICAO Code: LEPO
• IATA Code: ORY
• Category: International
• Terminals:
  • Orly 1: Boarding Gates A, B and C can be accessed from this terminal
  • Orly 2: The C boarding gates from 14-20, 11-12, and 21-27 can be easily accessed from this terminal
  • Orly 3: This terminal comprises the D11-d22 and D23-26 boarding gates. Besides, it acts as a junction that connects the other three terminals to allow hassle-free passenger movements.
  • Orly 4: The E and F boarding gates in this terminal greatly enhance connectivity and passenger movements.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Medical facilities
  • Car rental amenities
  • Recovery of lost property
  • Smoking area

3. Nice Cote d‘Azur Airport, (NCE), Nice

Nice Cote d'Azur Airport was established in 1955 and is located 8.4 km away from the euphoric city of Nice. As a result, it is the primary airport that serves the region of the magnificent French Riviera.

• Address: 19 Rue Costes et Bellonte, 06200, Nice, France
• ICAO: LFMN
• IATA Code: NCE
• Category: International
• Terminals:
  • The Nice Cote d‘Azur Airport comprises 2 Terminals. Both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 handle international and domestic flights.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Concierge services
  • SIM Card facilities
  • Luxurious lounge
  • Shopping zones

4. Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, (LYS), Rhône

Situated 28.7 km away from the third largest city in France, Lyon Saint Exupery Airport has a uniquely designed fan-shaped structure that exemplifies magnificent architectural finesse. Therefore, it is often considered to be the most beautiful of all airports in France.

• Address: 69125 Colombier Saugnieu, France
• ICAO Code: LFLL
• IATA Code: LYS
• Category: International
• Terminals:
  • Terminal 2 serves all the Air France Flights
  • Terminal 1 is used to serve other national and low-cost airlines.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Luxurious lounge services
  • Shopping zones

5. Marseille Provence Airport, (MRS), Rhône

Positioned 24.8 km from the vibrant and culturally significant city of Marseilles, this is one of the best airports in France in terms of convenience. The airport became operational on 22nd October 1922 and serves as a crucial hub that dynamically boosts the economy of the region.

• Address: 13700 Marignane, France
• ICAO Code: LFML
• IATA Code: MRS
• Category: International
• Terminals:
  • Terminal 1 operates most of the international flights
  • Terminal 2 hosts low-cost airlines and domestic flights.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Medical facilities
  • First aid facilities
  • Gaming zone
  • Premium range of shops

6. Toulouse Blagnac Airport, (TLS), Toulouse City Centre

The Toulouse Blagnac Airport became operational on 1st September 1939 and lies 8.9 km away from the heart of the romantic city of Toulouse. It is known for hosting 26 low-cost airlines that travel to 76 destinations across Europe and Canada. Furthermore, it comprises 2 runways that are capable of withstanding medium to heavy aircraft.

• Address: Blagnac, France
• ICAO Code: LFBO
• IATA Code: TLS
• Category: International
• Terminals: This airport has one terminal that is further bifurcated into four halls. Additionally, there are 34 gates present in the four consecutive halls.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Medical facilities
  • Mobile charging zone
  • Postal Services
  • Currency exchanging services
  • Lounges
  • Prayer room

7. EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport, (BSL), Saint Louis

The EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport was inaugurated on 8th March 1946 and is the only one to be jointly operated by two countries- Switzerland and France. Situated 4.4 km away from the magnificent city of Saint Louis, this is one of the largest and most important cargo airports in France. It is the only airport in France that is accorded with three IATA codes.

• Address: 4f Rue de l'Aéroport, 68300 Saint Louis France
• IATA Code: BSL/EAP/MLH
• ICAO Code: LFSB
• Category: International
• Terminals: The EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport has one Terminal that comprises a dedicated information desk operational from 5:30 AM till midnight every day.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Currency exchanging services
  • Premium lounges

8. Bordeaux Merignac Airport, (BOD), Gironde

Bordeaux Merignac Airport is situated 12.8 km from the "wine capital of the world", Bordeaux. This airport serves many low-cost airlines and is the primary operating hub of Air France. Established in 1912, it is one of the very few airports in France that has 39 departure gates to allow hassle-free movement of passengers.

• Address: 33700, Merignac France
• ICAO Code: LFBD
• IATA Code: BOD
• Category: International
• Terminals:
  • Hall A: This terminal hosts prominent airlines like Air Arabia, Aegean Airlines and Iberia Luxair.
  • Hall B: Dedicatedly serves the Air France flight passengers
  • Billi Terminal: Operates and serves low-cost airlines like Ryanair and easyJet.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Currency exchanging facilities
  • Premium lounges

9. Nantes Atlantique Airport, (NTE), Bouguenais

It is the largest airport in western France located 3.2 km away from the architectural paradise of Bouguenais. This airport commenced operations in 1951 and serves as a crucial link to western France. Despite having a single runway, the Nantes Atlantique Airport operates several flights that travel to Africa, Europe, Asia and Canada.

• Address: 44346, Bouguenais, France
• ICAO Code: LFRS
• IATA Code: NTE
• Category: International
• Terminals:
  • Hall 1: This is the primary arrival hall that welcomes thousands of passengers every day.
  • Hall 2: This hall acts as an entrance to the boarding gates.
  • Hall 3: This hall acts as an entrance to boarding gates 21-53. Besides, it also connects directly to Hall 4.
  • Hall 4: One may access 61-65 gates from Hall 4.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Amenities for handicapped people or people who have mobility issues
  • Medical facilities

10. Strasbourg Airport, (SXB), Entzheim

Established in 1923, the Strasbourg Airport is one of the oldest airports in France and offers several domestic and international flights with cutting-edge technologies. Lying on the France-Germany border, this airport is situated about 10 kilometers away from the gorgeous Strasbourg town.

• Address: RM 221 /Route de l'Aéroport, 67960 Entzheim, France
• ICAO Code: LFST
• IATA Code: SXB
• Category: International
• Terminals: The Strasbourg Airport has a uniquely designed one-storeyed terminal that consists of two floors. One may conveniently access the arrival hall located on the left side and information desks on the left side of the terminal.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Pharmacy and medical facilities
  • Facilities for disabled people
  • Car rentals
  • Currency exchanging services
  • Travel agencies
  • Flight simulators
  • VIP rooms

11. Lille-Lesquin Airport, (LIL), Lesquin

The Lille Lesquin Airport is located in the beautiful city of Lille which was awarded the prestigious "World Design Capital" title in 2020. Built in 1936, its airport lies about 7 miles away from the main city.  Stretching across an area of 450 hectares, this airport comfortably withstands 15 lakh passengers every year.

• Address: Rte de l'Aéroport, 59810 Lesquin, France
• ICAO Code: LFQQ
• IATA Code: LIL
• Category: International
• Terminals:
  • The Lille-Lesquin Airport comprises three terminals, one of which primarily serves freights.
  • The two terminals serve business flights and private passengers.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • VIP lounge
  • Mobile charging points
  • Shopping zones
  • Wide range of food and beverages
  • Baby care amenities
  • Photo booths
  • Currency exchange services
  • Play area
  • Business center
  • Post box

12. Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport, (AJA), Corsica

Primarily serving Ajaccio, Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport lies within a distance of 5 kilometers from the city center. The airport was established in 1935 and now has 15 renowned airlines that travel to the United Kingdom, Norway, Switzerland and Luxembourg. It is also the busiest airport in Corsica and welcomes millions of tourists every year.

• Address: Rte de Campo Dell Oro, 20090, Ajaccio, France
• ICAO Code: LFKG
• IATA Code: AJA
• Category: International
• Terminals:
  • The Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport has one small yet modern Terminal that remains operational from 6 AM up till midnight every day. The arrival hall is situated on the left side of the ground floor of this Terminal.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Luggage storage area
  • Coin dispenser
  • Newsstand

13. Brest Bretagne Airport, (BES), Guipavas

Brest Bretagne Airport is located 10.2 km away from Brest and tops the list of airports in France for effective travelling. Built in the early 1900s, it was again renovated in 2007 and is now well-equipped with modern infrastructure and technology. This airport primarily hosts domestic flights but also operates flights that travel to Greece and Spain.

• Address: Aéroport Brest, 29490 Guipavas, France
• ICAO Code: LFRB
• IATA Code: BES
• Category: International
• Terminals: The airport has a single-passenger terminal that has a capacity of handling 1.4 million passengers per year.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Car rental and taxi services
  • Recovery of lost property and baggage
  • Lounges

14. Bastia Poretta Airport, (BIA), Lucciana

The airport lies 29.5 km away from Bastia and was launched in the year 1944. The Bastia Poretta Airport is one of the primary airports on the Mediterranean island of Corsica and acts as an essential gateway to parts of Lucciana.

• Address: Poretta, 20290 Lucciana, France
• ICAO Code: LFKB
• IATA Code: BIA
• Category: International
• Terminals: The Bastia Poretta Airport has one terminal which serves EasyJet, Volotea and Air Corsica airlines.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Conference halls
  • Premium lounges
  • Smoking areas
  • Medical amenities
  • Special assistance for people with mobility issues and many more.

15. Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport, (MPL), Mauguio

Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport is the second largest airport in Southern France. It is located 8.9 km from Mauguio and was inaugurated in 1946. Flights from this airport travel to several destinations which include France, Algeria, Germany, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Netherlands, Portugal and many more.

• Address: D172, 34130 Mauguio, France
• ICAO Code: LFMT
• IATA Code: MPL
• Category: International
• Terminals: The Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport comprises one highly efficient Terminal with two floors. The arrival hall and departure halls are situated on the right and left side of the ground floor and the dedicated information desk lies between the two gateways.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Recovery of lost properties
  • Mailbox facilities
  • Photo booth
  • Spacious working spaces

16. Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport, (CLY), Calvi

Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport was established in the birthplace of Christopher Columbus during the early 1950s. It operates direct international flights to London, Germany, The United Kingdom, Luxembourg and Switzerland. It is located 8 kilometres away from the main city.

• Address: Rte de L' Aéroport, 20260 Calvi, France
• ICAO Code: LFKC
• IATA Code: CLY
• Category: International
• Terminals: The airport contains a single-passenger terminal that houses a capacity of handling up to 300,000 passengers each year.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Medical services
  • Currency exchange
  • Play areas for children

17. Figari Sud-Corse Airport, (FSC), Figari

Figari Sud-Corse Airport is yet another important airport in Corsica and lies 4.8 km away from Figari. It was started in 1975 and now operates international flights that travel to London, Geneva, Lisbon, Malaga and Zurich. Besides, it hosts 15 domestic flights to places that include Paris, Toulouse, Lille and many others.

• Address:Route de l'aeroport, 20114 Figari, France
• ICAO Code: LFKF
• IATA Code: FSC
• Category: International
• Terminals: The Figari Sud-Corse Airport comprises one terminal that consists of 7 boarding gates and 3 check-in gates.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Lounges
  • Shopping zones
  • Mobile charging zones
  • Sim card facility
  • Rest zones

18. Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport, (RNS), Brittany

Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport is a small yet significant airport situated in the captivating and secluded region of Brittany. It was launched on 28th July 1933 and is located 6km away from Rennes. The airport hosts several prominent flights like Air France and Lufthansa that travel to nearby countries like London and Spain.

• Address: 1 Av. de l'Aéroport Joseph le Brix, 35136 Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, France
• ICAO Code: LFRN
• IATA Code: RNS
• Category: International
• Terminals: The Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport comprises one small yet modern terminal that is capable of withstanding large numbers of passengers.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Lounges and shops
  • Rental car services
  • Recovery of lost property

19. Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne Airport, (BIQ), Anglet

Strategically located 3.6 km from the aesthetically pleasing city of Biarritz, the Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne Airport, also known as the Parme Airport primarily used to operate domestic flights in the initial years. It was initially established back in 1954. However, in 1977 it was accorded an international designation.

• Address: 7 Esp. de l'Europe, 64600 Anglet, France
• ICAO Code: LFBZ
• IATA Code: BIQ
• Category: International
• Terminals: The Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne Airport has one terminal from which you may access the arrival gate, departure gate and other help desks.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Medical facilities
  • Disabled friendly amenities
  • Premium lounge
  • Meeting rooms
  • VIP rooms
  • Car rentals
  • First aid facilities
  • Currency exchanging amenities