Le Havre Octeville Airport serves the major commercial port on the English Channel, rebuilt after World War II on designs by architect Auguste Perret, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, approximately 5 km from the center.
It is a very small hub with limited connections and predominantly charter flights.
How to get to Le Havre Octeville Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to LEH
Parking near Le Havre Octeville Airport
Close to the terminal is a small parking area.
There is no care service, but costs are modest.
How to get to Le Havre from LEH
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Le Havre Octeville Airport
Some car rental companies have a counter in the arrivals area.
A credit card in the name of the driver is required for the deposit, along with a driver's license and passport.
Hotels near Le Havre Octeville Airport
Station
From the airport, 5 km away, you get there by taxi in a few minutes or with the local buses; the station is the reference point for getting around the city afterwards.
Best for: Anyone arriving by train or who wants check-in just steps from the platforms, without worrying about the transfer.
- Hotels 1-4 minutes' walk from the station, handy with heavy luggage
- JOST has a panoramic rooftop and a food court open until late
- Station district still mid-regeneration, not the liveliest in the evening
- Some Novotel rooms partly overlook the tracks
Recommended hotels
- Novotel Le Havre Centre Gare Opposite the station, on the Bassin Vauban; air-conditioned rooms and a pool, useful for business travellers or families. View availability
- JOST Hôtel Le Havre Centre Gare 4 minutes' walk from the station, with a panoramic rooftop and food court; private rooms or shared dorms. View availability
Les Docks Vauban
The district is 5-10 minutes' walk from the station; from the airport, 5 km away, you get there by taxi in a few minutes.
Best for: Anyone staying more than one night who prefers a kitchen in the room, close to shops and the sea.
- Apartments with a kitchen, handy for families or multi-day stays
- The Docks Vauban shopping centre and the beach are within walking distance
- Residential-commercial district, little evening life outside the shopping centre
- Takes a bit of a walk to reach the Perret historic centre
Recommended hotels
- Aparthotel Adagio Access Le Havre Les Docks Behind the Docks Vauban shopping centre, a few minutes from downtown and the beach; apartments with a kitchen and appliances. View availability
- Appart'hôtel Odalys City - Le Havre Centre Les Docks On the Quai Colbert, facing the Bassin du Vauban; tram and bus 5 minutes away, station 5 minutes on foot. View availability
Perret Centre, Bassin du Commerce
From the Perret centre the station is 400-800 metres on foot; from the airport, 5 km away, you get there by taxi in a few minutes.
Best for: Anyone exploring on foot the centre rebuilt by Auguste Perret, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Bassin du Commerce.
- The Cathedral, Bassin du Commerce and Hôtel de Ville are a few minutes' walk away
- More choice of restaurants and evening life than the other two areas
- Soundproofing isn't the strong point of the Perret buildings, worth bearing in mind
- Fewer free parking spots than in the Docks area
Recommended hotels
- ibis Le Havre Centre 400 metres from the station and close to the ferry port; gym, outdoor terrace and on-site parking. View availability
- Mercure Le Havre Centre Bassin Du Commerce On the Bassin du Commerce, 800 metres from the cathedral; décor inspired by the port's shipping containers. View availability
- Best Western ARThotel Next to the Le Volcan theatre and the Hôtel de Ville, in a building designed by Auguste Perret and a UNESCO World Heritage site. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal, on a reduced scale, reflects the airport's regional role.
The recommended time before departure for flights is 1 hour.
Map of Le Havre Octeville Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why is the center of Le Havre a UNESCO site?
Because of the rationalist post-war reconstruction architecture designed by architect Auguste Perret, a unique example of post-war urban planning.
Q. Does Le Havre airport have many flights?
No, connections are generally limited and mostly charter: always check operations before planning your itinerary.
Q. Is Le Havre a major port?
Yes, it's one of the leading commercial ports on the English Channel and in France.
Q. Can you plan a combined trip with the ferry to England from Le Havre airport?
Le Havre is also a port with regular connections to Portsmouth: some travelers combine arrival by plane with departure by ferry, although the two facilities aren't linked by a dedicated shuttle, so you'll need to organize the transfer in the city yourself.
Flight board
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