Toulouse Blagnac International Airport is the gateway to Toulouse, located in the northwest of the city. Flights come in from all over Europe with the likes of Air France, British Airways and budget airline easyJet. The airport has just one terminal with comprehensive facilities including ATMs, currency exchange, a post office and shops and cafés.

Getting to the city from the airport is made easy by the Navette Aeroport shuttle bus which leaves from Arrivals throughout the day and takes just 20 minutes to reach the town’s bus station, Gare Routiere. Taxis are also readily available, while several car hire companies can be found in Arrivals, and vehicles can be booked online beforehand. Bordeaux and Marseille are distant alternatives with international airports.

Toulouse is fairly compact, yet those who need to use public transport will find an excellent system of metro trains and buses. The historic centre of Toulouse is best traversed on foot, while the Metro runs from here, passing attractions to the south and southwest of town.

In addition, Toulouse has an excellent bus system for those needing to get farther afield. If you are concerned about the environment, then climbing aboard a cyclo-pousse (electric tricycle), which operate from June to September, is the perfect travel option for you. Those who hire cars will find a comprehensive network of roads in and around the city as well as many park and ride options, while boats ply the city’s river and canals for another alternative travel option.

Visitors who plan to use public transport a lot during their stay should consider purchasing a reduced price metro or bus pass, which are available upon payment of a subscription fee. In addition, unlimited use one-month passes for bus and metro are available for visitors aged 16 to 25. There are more expensive unlimited use passes available for those over the age of 25.