Limoges-Bellegarde Airport serves the capital of Limousin, renowned worldwide for fine porcelain production, approximately 8 km from the city center.
It is an important hub for international tourism in the area, with many British visitors who own vacation homes in Limousin.
How to get to Limoges Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to LIG
Parking near Limoges Airport
The official parking lot (P1/P2) is located opposite the terminal.
The first 15 minutes are free; a 3-day weekend costs about 20 euros, a week about 45 euros, with a reduced vacation rate of 15 euros for the entire stay.
How to get to Limoges from LIG
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Limoges Airport
Major car rental companies have counters in the arrivals area, helpful for exploring rural Limousin.
A credit card in the driver's name is required for the deposit, along with a driver's license and passport.
Hotels near Limoges Airport
Gare Bénédictins and Surroundings
TCL shuttle direct from the Gare SNCF Bénédictins to the airport in 30 minutes, via Place Winston Churchill.
Best for: those with a very early flight, a late-night return, or who don't want to rely on a taxi for the airport
- Direct link to the airport, no changes needed
- Train station just steps away, handy for those continuing by train
- Several places open in the evening near the gare
- The gare quarter is less polished than the old town
- Still a half-hour shuttle ride, not right by the terminal
Recommended hotels
- Petit nid douillet - Welc'Home A flat with fibre-optic internet 600 metres from the station, handy for those taking the direct shuttle to the airport. View availability
- Esprit cosy - Welc'Home A flat with private parking 600 metres from the station, for those arriving by car and leaving on the shuttle. View availability
Cathedral and Boucherie Quarter
Taxi: about 15-20 minutes from the terminal (10 km). For the TCL shuttle you first need to reach the Gare Bénédictins.
Best for: those who want the medieval lanes and the cathedral, with the museums just steps away
- Medieval lanes and Saint-Étienne cathedral just steps away
- Restaurants and shops in the Boucherie quarter open in the evening
- Narrow streets, not very practical for those travelling by car
- No direct link to the airport, a taxi is needed
Recommended hotels
Pedestrian Hypercentre
Taxi: about 15-20 minutes from the terminal (10 km).
Best for: those who prefer shopping, restaurants and evening life within easy reach
- Pedestrian street with shops and restaurants at any hour
- Choice of accommodation in different categories, from flats to period mansions
- Busy area by day, parking is scarce
- A taxi is always needed for the airport, no direct bus
Recommended hotels
- THEIA - Limoges Centre An aparthotel with rooms fitted with a kitchenette, less than a kilometre from the town hall and the cathedral. View availability
- Villa37 An early twentieth-century residence with a garden, run by the Sonder chain, a few minutes' walk from the centre and the station. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is appropriately sized for its role as a hub for Limousin.
The recommended arrival time for flights is 1.5 to 2 hours.
Map of Limoges Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why is Limoges famous for porcelain?
It has been a centre of fine porcelain production since the 18th century, thanks to local kaolin deposits, and remains a world reference for this craft today.
Q. Why does Limoges airport have so many international connections for a small city?
Because of the strong presence of visitors, particularly British, who own holiday homes in the Limousin region.
Q. Can you rent a car directly at Limoges airport?
Yes, the main car rental companies have a desk in the terminal; booking online in advance is especially worthwhile in the summer months, when availability is more limited than at larger airports due to the smaller capacity of the desks present.
Q. Can you visit a porcelain manufacturer in Limoges?
Yes, several museums and historic manufacturers in the city organise guided tours of the production process.
Flight board
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