# MPL — Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport > Machine-readable reference for MPL. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/MPL.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-14T06:47:55.749+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport - IATA: MPL - ICAO: LFMT - City: Montpellier/Méditerranée - Country: FR (FR) - Timezone: Europe/Paris - Distance from city: 7 km (4 mi) southeast of central Montpellier - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 2 - Annual passengers: 1.9M - Official website: https://www.montpellier.aeroport.fr ## Overview Welcome Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (MPL) captures the spirit of a small seaside regional airport more than that of a bustling city hub. Situated just 7 km southeast of central Montpellier, its efficiency in delivering you from plane to beach or downtown terrace in under 30 minutes — if you time buses right — stands out. The airport is known for its swift curb-to-gate logistics and unexpected focus on local food and wine for its size. At a glance MPL serves approximately 1.9 million passengers annually and operates with two terminals: Terminal 1 for arrivals and Terminal 2 for departures, each with a distinct role. While you won't find a major airline hub here, Air France, easyJet, Ryanair, Transavia France, and Volotea maintain a presence, making it a key point for regional travel around the Mediterranean. The airport features two runways and is praised for its quick access to both urban attractions and regional beaches. Terminals & layout Terminal 1 handles arriving flights with a focus on a seamless entry experience. Upon landing, you're met with a concise layout that leads you easily to transportation options. Terminal 2, consisting of just two gates, manages departures ef… ## Terminals (2) - **Terminal 1 (Arrivals)** — airlines: Air France, easyJet, Ryanair URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/terminals/t1 - **Terminal 2 (Departures)** — 2 gates · airlines: Transavia France, Volotea URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/terminals/t2 ## Dining (6) - **Aéroport Hôtel Restaurant** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/restaurants/aeroport-hotel-restaurant - **Bread'n Co** — 6am - 10pm URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/restaurants/bread-n-co - **Brioche Dorée** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/restaurants/brioche-doree - **La Terrasse** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/restaurants/la-terrasse - **Les Cabanes** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/restaurants/les-cabanes - **Relay Trib's** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/restaurants/relay-trib-s ## Lounges (1) - **Salon by FDI** — access: Terminal, departures lounge · 05:00-17:15 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/lounges/salon-by-fdi ## Shops (4) - **Baltona Duty Free** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/shops/baltona-duty-free - **Bread'n Co** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/shops/bread-n-co - **Relay** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/shops/relay - **Trib's** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/shops/trib-s ## Parking (3) - **P1** — Official short-term parking URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/parking/p1 - **P2** — Official long-term parking URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/parking/p2 - **P3** — Official economy parking URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/parking/p3 ## Ground transport (8) - **Hérault Transport Ligne 621** — Bus · 20-30 min (Palavas to Montpellier, depending on stops) · €1.60-2.00 (regional fare range reported by riders) · Roughly every 30 min in summer; less frequent off‑season URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/transport/herault-transport-ligne-621 - **Hotel shuttles Aéroport Hôtel** — Hotel shuttle · 5-10 min (hotel to MPL, reported) · €0 (commonly mentioned as complimentary in reviews) · By reservation, typically aligned with flight peaks; not 24/7 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/transport/hotel-shuttles-aeroport-hotel - **Hotel shuttles Ibis** — Hotel shuttle · 5-10 min (Ibis hotel to/from MPL, as reported) · €0 (several guests describe it as a free hotel service) · On‑demand/booking‑based; clustered around check‑in/check‑out times URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/transport/hotel-shuttles-ibis - **Local car rental shuttles** — Shuttle · 3-10 min (terminal to rental lot, depending on agency) · €0 (shuttle included with car rental, according to reviewers) · Roughly every 10-20 min during opening hours; on‑demand late in the day URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/transport/local-car-rental-shuttles - **Navette Aéroport Montpellier** — Shuttle · Approx. 25 minutes · €2 (free for children under 5) · Every 30 minutes URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/transport/montpellier-airport-shuttle - **Hérault Transport Line 621** — Bus · 15-20 min (airport area to Palavas‑les‑Flots) · €1.60-2.00 (typical regional bus fare, reported by users) · Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM - 7:10 PM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/transport/montpellier-bus - **Airport Taxi Service** — Taxi · 15-20 min (airport to central Montpellier, typical traffic) · €20-30 (airport to central Montpellier, reported) · Taxis available on demand when flights arrive; no fixed timetable URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/transport/montpellier-taxi - **Rideshare services** — Car · 5 min · On‑demand; availability varies with number of drivers near MPL URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/transport/rideshare-services ## Insider tips - _Insider_: For a sit-down meal that feels more like dining out than airport grub, head to La Terrasse in the arrivals hall, where you can enjoy Languedoc wine. - _Time_: The airport shuttles and line 621 buses have limited frequency. Check schedules ahead to avoid a long wait or needing a more expensive taxi. - _Quiet_: The Salon by FDI lounge offers a serene escape. It’s often less crowded and a good place for Wi-Fi and peace. - _Local_: Consider dining at Les Cabanes brasserie in the Ibis complex or Brioche Dorée just outside the airport — they offer more authentic meals. - _Avoid_: Renting a car? Avoid peak hours. Congestion can add stress, so consider off-peak times for pickup and return. - _Insider_: If you have a layover, explore local dining like O’Buffet near Pérols rather than settling for terminal snacks. - _Money_: Budget travelers often stay at nearby hotels and use free shuttles or short, economical taxi rides instead of airport parking. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/MPL.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/mpl/departures — HTML page with live departures