Tours Val de Loire Airport serves the heart of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for Renaissance châteaux, approximately 6 km from Tours' center.
It is the most convenient access point for châteaux such as Chenonceau, Chambord and Amboise.
How to get to Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to TUF
Parking near Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport
Official parking (450 spaces) is located opposite the terminal; dépose-minute parking is free for 30 minutes.
The rate is approximately 10 euros per day; private parking in the vicinity starts from 4 euros per day.
How to get to Tours from TUF
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport
The major car rental companies have counters in the arrivals area, essential for visiting multiple Loire Valley châteaux.
A credit card in the name of the driver is required for the security deposit, along with a driver's license and passport.
Hotels near Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport
Airport area (Tours Nord)
airport about 3 km away, reachable in a few minutes by car or taxi; no direct pedestrian link
Best for: anyone with an early-morning flight or a short layover who wants to stay a few minutes from the terminal
- A few minutes by car from the terminal
- Large, free parking
- Handy for anyone arriving/departing by car
- Commercial area, nothing to do in the evening
- You need a car or a taxi to get around
Recommended hotels
Tours Station
the tram stop for the airport is right in front of the station, about 25 minutes' travel with departures every 8 minutes
Best for: anyone catching the train to Paris or other Loire cities, or who wants the direct tram to the airport
- Station and the airport tram stop two steps away
- Vinci Congress Centre a few minutes' walk away
- Plenty of restaurants and shops nearby
- Busy area during train rush hours
- Not the most characterful district of Tours
Recommended hotels
Vieux Tours and Place Plumereau
the station and the airport tram are reachable in about 15-20 minutes on foot, or a few minutes by taxi
Best for: anyone who chooses to sleep among the half-timbered houses of the medieval historic centre
- A step from Place Plumereau and the open-air market
- Pedestrian lanes with bars and restaurants
- Medieval atmosphere, half-timbered houses all around
- No parking on site, often needs a public car park
- Some historic buildings have no lift
Recommended hotels
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is modest in size, consistent with the airport's role as a regional hub for the Loire Valley.
It is advisable to arrive at the airport 1.5 to 2 hours before your flight.
Map of Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Which castles can you visit from Tours?
Chenonceau, Chambord and Amboise are among the most famous and can be visited in a day trip, all part of the UNESCO-listed Loire Valley.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in Tours?
Yes, it's recommended for visiting several castles in a single day, since they are spread over a wide area.
Q. Is Tours connected to Paris by train?
Yes, with the TGV in about 1h10 from the central station, which is not directly linked to the airport but reachable by bus or taxi.
Q. Does Tours airport also have military origins?
Yes, it once shared its infrastructure with Base Aérienne 705, the historic pilot training school of the Armée de l'Air: a legacy common to several French regional airports born or expanded during the Cold War era.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
