Marseille Airport Guide

sleeping in marseille airport — (photo credit: SleepingInAirports / June 2018)

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Marseille Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

You’ll find chairs/benches without armrest, not really comfy but very convenient! – Leodie

MRS Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Marseille Provence Airport.

What to Expect

There are two terminals at Marseille Airport (code: MRS): Terminal 1, divided into Hall A and Hall B, and Terminal 2, which serves low-cost carriers. Construction and renovations may be ongoing, with an estimated completion in 2020. Travellers report that security can be lax and seating is limited. You’ll find a variety of shops and eateries, but your options are limited in Terminal 2. Nothing is open 24 hours, so plan ahead for snacks and drinks. Free WiFi helps pass the time. Economy class passengers can pay to enter two airport lounges.

Marseille Provence Airport guide — (Photo by SleepingInAirports / June 2018)

Sleeping in Marseille Airport

Overnight sleepers must stay on Floor 2 of Terminal 1’s Hall A, between the main concourse and the restaurant, where security guards patrol. (All other areas are closed overnight.) Luckily, there are comfortable benches, power outlets for device charging, and a carpeted floor if you want to spread out. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer free shuttle service. See the Airport Hotels section below for locations.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are several hotels within walking distance or a short drive from Marseille Airport.

ibis Marseille Provence Aéroport (0.2 mi / 0.3 km) Mid-range hotel.
Best Western Marseille Aéroport (0.2 mi / 0.3 km) Mid-range hotel.
ibis budget Airport Marseille Provence (0.2 mi / 0.3 km) Budget hotel.
Hilton Garden Inn Marseille Provence Airport (0.3 mi / 0.5 km) Mid-range hotel.
Holiday Inn Express Marseille Airport by IHG (0.5 mi / 0.8 km) Mid-range hotel.
Greet Hotel Marseille Provence Aéroport (0.5 mi / 0.8 km) Budget hotel.
Holiday Inn Marseille Airport by IHG (0.6 mi / 1.0 km) Mid-range hotel.

Courtesy telephones are available outside the Arrivals exit and at the shuttle waiting area outside the terminal (between Halls A and B in Terminal 1) to contact some nearby hotels.

If you are travelling light and the weather is pleasant, a few hotels are within walking distance. A map showing directions and walking times is available on the call board.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door or through a lounge membership program.

Cezanne Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, Hall A. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door • Lounge membership programs.
Luberon Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, Hall B (France and European flights). Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Lounge membership programs.

Food & Drinks

The airport offers a selection of restaurants and cafes, both Landside and Airside. While there are no 24-hour food concessions, vending machines can be found in Terminal 1, Hall A (Ground Floor), and Hall B (Ground Floor).

Drinking Water
A reader tells us, “The water refill is near Replay shop in direction to gates 40 to 45.” (June 2025)

Luggage Storage & Lockers

A left luggage office is available. Location: Terminal 1, Hall A, Ground Floor. Hours: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM every day. Rate: 15 € per item (daily).

Mobile Charging

Charge your mobile devices at power outlets beside seats in the departure gate area.

Showers

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WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available at Marseille Airport.

If you are not travelling with a mobile device, three computers are available to connect to the internet. Location: Arrivals Terminal 1, Hall A (Business Center). Rate: 4,50€ per hour (one-hour minimum charge), payment by credit card only.

Webcorners can also be found in all departure lounges. The Webcorners offer multilingual access to the internet, webcams, USB/file transfers and more. Location: Four webcorners per departure area. Rates: 2,00€ / 15 minutes, 3,00€ / 30 minutes, 5,00€ / 1 hour. Payment by credit card or cash (euros).

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available in both terminals. Fees may apply, especially for international withdrawals. Locations include Terminal 1 (Hall A – International Arrivals • Hall B – Domestic Arrivals • Hall B – Domestic Departures) and Terminal 2 (Departures).

Banking Services – Crédit Mutuel provides banking and currency exchange services. Location: Terminal 1, Airside, Hall B.

Currency Exchange – Currency exchange services are available in Terminal 1, Hall A (Ground Level).

Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping and a small selection of retail outlets are available, including several Relay convenience stores. Hours vary by shop.

Information Desk – Information desks are available in Terminal 1, Hall A (International Arrivals) and Terminal 1, Hall B (Domestic Arrivals).

Luggage Wrapping – SafeBag offers luggage wrapping services in Terminal 1, Hall A, before security.

Medical Services – First aid services are available in Terminal 1, Hall B (Ground Floor).

Printing – Printing and scanning services are available at SafeBag in Terminal 1, Hall A (Landside).

Airlines

Marseille Airport is served by the following airlines: Aegean Airlines • Aer Lingus • Aeroflot • Air Algérie • Air Arabia • Air Corsica • Air France • Air Senegal • Air Transat • Binter • British Airways • Brussels Airlines • EasyJet • El Al • Ethiopian Airlines • Eurowings • Iberia • Lufthansa • Madagascar Airlines • Nouvelair • Pegasus Airlines • Royal Air Maroc • Ryanair • Sunexpress • Swiss • TAP Air Portugal • Transavia • Twin Jet • Volotea • Vueling.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Buses

MRS airport is well connected to the bus system, whether you need to get to the city center, train stations, or ski resorts. For fares, routes and schedules, visit the Marseille Airport website.

Car Rentals

The following rental car agencies have counters at the airport (Hours:7:00 AM – 11:30 PM): Alamo • Avis • Budget • Enterprise • Europcar • Firefly • Goldcar • Hertz • Interrent • National • Sixt.

Hotel Shuttles

Several local hotels provide airport shuttle service: Best Western Marseille Aeroport • Golden Tulip Marseille Airport • Ibis Budget Aeroport Marseille Provence • Ibis Marseille Provence Aeroport • Ibis Styles Marseille Aeroport.

Taxis

Taxis are available 24 hours a day. Most taxis accept both cash and credit cards.

Trains

The airport offers a free shuttle to the Vitrolles-Aéroport Marseille Provence train station. The shuttle departs from bus platform 5 approximately every 15 minutes, with a total travel time of five minutes.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-03-13

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.