Le Puy-en-Velay-Loudes Airport - Flight Information and Guide (LPY)

Le Puy-Loudes Airport serves the city of Le Puy-en-Velay, capital of Upper Loire, famous for its cathedral on a rocky outcrop and as the historic starting point of the Camino de Santiago, approximately 8 km from the city center.

It is a very small airport with limited connections.

Content verified on 03/09/2026

Official source: www.aerolepuy.fr

How to get to Le Puy-en-Velay-Loudes Airport

The city centre of Le Puy-en-Velay is about 8 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 15 minutes by taxi.

By Car

Drivers reach the center of Le Puy-en-Velay in approximately 15 minutes.

By Train

Le Puy-en-Velay railway station, in the city centre, is not directly connected to the airport: accessible by taxi.

By Bus

A dedicated flight bus is not provided.

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Tips If you are pilgrims heading to Santiago de Compostela, know that Le Puy-en-Velay is one of the historic starting points of the pilgrimage (Via Podiensis): find out about the routes in the city center.

Average travel time to LPY

TrainNot available

Shuttle busNot a dedicated service

Taxi / Private hire18-22 minutes

Parking near Le Puy-en-Velay-Loudes Airport

A short distance from the terminal is a parking area of limited size.

The lot is free from direct surveillance, with moderate rates.

How to get to Le Puy-en-Velay from LPY

By Train

Le Puy-en-Velay railway station is not directly connected to the airport; it can be reached by taxi in approximately 15 minutes.

By Bus

There is no dedicated bus service for flights.

By Taxi

Official taxis typically wait at arrivals; approximately 18-22 euros to downtown.

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Car rental at Le Puy-en-Velay-Loudes Airport

Car rental is not typically available at the airport; it's better to arrange it in advance with an operator in the city.

Hotels near Le Puy-en-Velay-Loudes Airport

Le Puy-Loudes airport is 12 km from the centre, with no bus or shuttle: the only connection is by taxi, to be booked ahead since none wait at the terminal. Anyone arriving at awkward hours or with little luggage can stay in the lower town, more practical and close to the cultural centre; anyone wanting to wake up under the statue of Notre-Dame-de-France and the Rocher Corneille instead chooses the upper town, among the cobbled lanes of the cathedral, even if it means more of a climb on foot with luggage.

Neighbourhood

Upper town and Cathedral

Taxi: about 15-20 minutes from the terminal (12 km); to be booked ahead, no direct bus.

Best for: anyone preferring the lanes of the old town, a few steps from the cathedral and the Rocher Corneille

Pros

Cathedral, Rocher Corneille and medieval lanes a few steps away
The atmosphere of the upper town, among the most striking in Le Puy

Cons

Uphill alleys, awkward with wheeled luggage
Few streets passable by car, parking far away

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City centre

Boulevard Fayolle

Taxi: about 15-20 minutes from the terminal (12 km); to be booked ahead, no direct bus.

Best for: anyone preferring flat streets near the cultural centre, without giving up the historic centre

Pros

Flat streets, convenient with luggage and for those arriving by car
A few minutes' walk from the cultural centre and the cathedral

Cons

A busy boulevard by day
Less characterful than the upper town's lanes

Recommended hotels

Hôtel et Restaurant Le Regina A hotel with private garage on Boulevard Fayolle, a few minutes' walk from the cultural centre and the cathedral. View availability

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Neighbourhood

Aiguilhe and the Saint-Michel district

Taxi: about 15-20 minutes from the terminal (12 km); to be booked ahead, no direct bus.

Best for: anyone arriving by car who wants easy parking while staying just minutes from the centre

Pros

Private, free parking, convenient for those travelling by car
The Saint-Michel d'Aiguilhe chapel reachable on foot

Cons

The historic centre is about 10 minutes on foot, not exactly around the corner
A less lively area in the evening compared with the centre

Recommended hotels

ibis Le Puy-en-Velay Centre Private, enclosed, free parking at the foot of the Rocher Saint-Michel, about ten minutes' walk from the centre. View availability

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Airport services

The airport offers only essential services, in line with its limited traffic.

Shopping & Duty Free

A duty-free area is not available, consistent with the airport's small scale.

Lounges & relaxation

No dedicated lounges are available, consistent with the airport's operational role.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Even in the small terminal, Wi-Fi is active in common areas.

Families & Children

The modest-sized airport does not offer specific services for families.

Terminal guide

The terminal is very small, among the simplest in the French network, consistent with the airport's limited traffic.

To avoid surprises, it's better to arrive 1 hour in advance for flights.

Map of Le Puy-en-Velay-Loudes Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Why is Le Puy-en-Velay important for the Camino de Santiago?

It is one of the four historic French starting points of the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, the Via Podiensis, very popular among pilgrims.