Is there a metro to Beauvais-Tille Airport?

BVA has no airport rail or metro. In Paris, use [Paris Subway Map](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/paris-subway-map/id6479488988?uo=4) after reaching the city.

Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) Guide: Beauvais / Paris, France

Beauvais-Tille Airport is the low-cost airport many travelers see when searching Paris, but it is not in Paris. BVA can be a superb bargain for Ryanair/Wizz routes, as long as you price the official shuttle, late arrival risk, and the long ride into the city before booking.

This guide is written for travelers who want the useful details first: the real airport name, where it sits, how much to budget for transport, what to expect in the terminal, where to search for flights, and which services to arrange before landing. Prices and routes are updated for June 2026 and should be treated as practical planning ranges rather than fixed promises.

Quick airport facts

Item	Details
Full airport name	Beauvais-Tille Airport
Short codes	BVA / LFOB
Also searched as	Paris Beauvais Airport, Beauvais Tille Airport, BVA Airport, Aeroport Paris-Beauvais
City and country	Beauvais / Paris, France
Practical address	Route de l’Aeroport, 60000 Tille/Beauvais, France; coordinates 49.454399, 2.11278.
Distance to city	About 4-6 km from Beauvais center and roughly 80-90 km north of Paris; the Paris shuttle normally takes about 75-90 minutes.
Updated	2026-06-15

Best for: low-cost Paris trips, Beauvais, northern France, Ryanair/Wizz networks, and flexible travelers.
Main route logic: low-cost Europe/North Africa with limited domestic Corsica routes.
Airport style: busy budget airport with official Aerobus shuttles, taxis, train-bus options, parking, cafes/shops, and no rail terminal.
Planning rule: add the Paris transfer cost before deciding BVA is cheaper than CDG or ORY.

Address and location

Use Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) for flight searches and Paris Beauvais Airport, Beauvais Tille Airport, BVA Airport, Aeroport Paris-Beauvais as backup search wording in maps, hotel messages, and taxi conversations. The practical address is:

Route de l’Aeroport, 60000 Tille/Beauvais, France; coordinates 49.454399, 2.11278.

About 4-6 km from Beauvais center and roughly 80-90 km north of Paris; the Paris shuttle normally takes about 75-90 minutes. For a serious itinerary, save the airport coordinates offline, download the city area in Google Maps or Organic Maps, and keep your hotel address in both English and the local language where possible.

How to get from the airport to the city

Option	Typical time	Approximate cost	Best use
Official Aerobus shuttle to Paris	75-90 min	From EUR 9.90 online; often EUR 17-22 typical	🚌 Best Paris transfer.
Taxi to Beauvais station/center	10-15 min	Often EUR 15 day / EUR 20 night-holiday	🚕 Best local transfer.
Train via Beauvais station	90-120+ min total	TER around EUR 15 plus local bus/taxi	🚆 Flexible backup.
Taxi/private car to Paris	75-110 min	Often EUR 170 day / EUR 210 night-holiday	⚠️ Expensive but direct.

The official Aerobus advertises Paris-Beauvais shuttles from EUR 9.90 with frequent departures, while Paris tourism guidance notes the TER via Gare du Nord needs a train ticket plus a local bus/taxi to the airport.

Transport tips

🧾 Confirm the fare before loading luggage, especially when there is no visible meter or posted rate.
📍 Save the exact hotel pin offline; airport drivers may know districts better than street names.
💵 Carry small local cash for the first transfer, baggage carts, snacks, or phone calls.
🌐 Install an eSIM before departure so you can message your driver immediately after landing.

Public transport and metro

BVA has no airport rail or metro. In Paris, use Paris Subway Map after reaching the city.

Where public transport exists, it is usually best for daylight arrivals with light luggage. For late flights, family travel, heavy bags, or first-time visits, a taxi, hotel transfer, or pre-booked private driver is usually worth the extra cost.

Taxi prices and transfer strategy

Taxi prices around airports are rarely as neat as an official table. Time of day, luggage, driver availability, fuel prices, and whether the destination is inside or outside the central city all matter. The ranges above are realistic planning budgets, but the best practice is simple: agree the fare before moving, keep your phone map open, and avoid changing money with random drivers.

For smoother arrival logistics:

🚕 Use official taxi ranks or a hotel-arranged driver where available.
🧳 Pre-book a transfer if you land late, carry equipment, or travel with children.
🚗 Compare rental cars before arrival with DiscoverCars if you need regional freedom.
🏨 Use Expedia to check hotels near the airport and in the city before choosing a transfer.

Airport facilities, shops, and restaurants

Budget-airport terminals with cafes/snacks, shops, basic services, shuttle ticketing, car rental, parking, and bus/taxi zones.
Queues can be sharp around low-cost waves; arrive early for baggage drops.
Late arrivals to Paris can be tiring because the airport is far from the city.
Airport-area hotels in Beauvais can be sensible before early flights.

The smart rule at BVA is to treat the terminal as a transfer point rather than as a shopping destination. Eat before arriving when possible, keep a refillable bottle where security rules allow, and bring a small power bank. If you have a long delay, an airport-area hotel or city hotel is usually more comfortable than waiting in the terminal.

Airlines and where the airport flies

FlightsFrom lists 7 airlines from Beauvais to 83 destinations, and FlightConnections also lists 7 airlines from 83 airports as of June 2026. Search Porto, Milan/Bergamo, Rome, Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Timisoara, Krakow, Dublin, Manchester, Barcelona/Girona-style leisure routes, Fez, Marrakech, and Corsica domestic points.

Ryanair and Wizz Air/Wizz Air Malta are the big names. Other budget and seasonal carriers appear by route, including limited domestic Corsica services.

Cheap routes to check first

BVA to Porto, Milan/Bergamo, Bucharest, Cluj, Timisoara, Krakow, or Fez: classic low-cost checks.
BVA versus CDG/ORY: compare fare plus shuttle plus extra time.
Early departures: a cheap flight may need a Beauvais hotel the night before.

Cheap airport strategy is different from simply sorting by lowest fare. Always compare the final cost after checked baggage, seat selection, payment fees, transfer costs, and missed-connection risk. A slightly more expensive flight into the correct airport can be cheaper than a low base fare that forces a long taxi ride or overnight hotel.

Where to buy flights and hotels

Start with broad searches, then verify the exact airport code before paying. This is especially important in cities with more than one airport or with airport transitions.

Need	Recommended booking link	Why it matters
Internet on arrival	🌐 Yesim eSIM	Install before flying so maps, airline apps, WhatsApp, and hotel messages work as soon as you land.
Flights and hotels	🏨 Expedia flights and stays	Useful for comparing nearby hotels, airport overnights, and onward tickets in one search.
Tours and transfers	🎟️ Viator tours and airport transfers	Best for guided city tours, day trips, private arrival transfers, and skip-the-line activities.
Rental cars	🚗 DiscoverCars	Compare local and international rental agencies before accepting a walk-up airport rate.
Travel medical insurance	🛡️ SafetyWing	Check coverage, exclusions, and country wording before travel, especially on complex itineraries.
Support this airport-guide project	🤝 Patreon: HEDONISMcloud	Helps keep airport guides updated with fares, route changes, and city transport notes.

eSIM, internet, insurance, and car rental

🌐 Internet: install Yesim eSIM before the flight. Airport Wi-Fi can be slow, blocked by SMS verification, or unavailable exactly when you need maps.
🛡️ Insurance: compare policy wording with SafetyWing. Read exclusions for the destination, adventure activities, medical evacuation, political/security events, and pre-existing conditions.
🚗 Cars: compare vehicles on DiscoverCars before arrival. Airport counters can run out of automatic cars or quote higher walk-up rates.
🎟️ Tours: use Viator for airport transfers, city tours, day trips, and guided experiences when independent transport is inconvenient.

Practical arrival checklist

Before you fly	Why it matters
Check the IATA code on the ticket	Prevents booking a hotel or transfer for the wrong airport.
Save airline, hotel, and driver contacts offline	Messaging apps may not work until data is active.
Carry local cash	Useful for taxis, snacks, and small airport expenses.
Recheck live departures	Regional schedules can change more quickly than major-hub schedules.
Keep insurance documents accessible	Helps at medical facilities and during airline disruption.

Safety and travel notes

The airport is ordinary and safe, but the transfer is long. Keep a late-night backup plan and avoid booking a same-evening train from central Paris after a delayed arrival.

The most reliable traveler is the boringly prepared traveler: documents printed, data working, transport confirmed, hotel address saved, and enough time between every moving part of the itinerary.

Short airport excursion idea

If you have a long layover or an overnight stop, choose one simple plan rather than trying to see everything. Stay close to the city center or a known hotel district, keep the return transfer booked, and avoid cutting the return to the airport too close. In smaller airports, a missed flight may mean waiting a day or more for the next practical departure.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Beauvais-Tille Airport from Beauvais / Paris?

About 4-6 km from Beauvais center and roughly 80-90 km north of Paris; the Paris shuttle normally takes about 75-90 minutes.

How much is a taxi from BVA airport?

Typical taxi planning ranges are shown in the transport table above. The safest method is to confirm the price before loading luggage and to use a hotel-arranged driver when arriving late or visiting for the first time.

Are there restaurants and shops at Beauvais-Tille Airport?

Yes, but the depth of choice depends on the airport size and operating schedule. Expect practical cafes or snack options at smaller airports and a better range at major hubs. Carry backup snacks and water for delays.

Which airlines should I check first?