If you've already visited the Flights to Paris page , then you've probably received the following advice from me regarding Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA for short) - if the purpose of your flight is to reach Paris, then this is the least recommended airport, unless you've found a flight at a very affordable price.
While Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports are located around a half-hour to an hour's drive from Paris, Buba is an airport that takes no less than two hours to travel to or from, even when traveling by car and not by public transportation.
Despite its bad reputation, nearly 4 million passengers still pass through this airport each year.
Have you decided to arrive in Paris via Buba? In the following article, I will try to provide you with the most comprehensive information about the airport, to ensure a soft landing and quick acclimatization.
Buba Airport – Traveler Information
Which airlines fly to Buba?
Boulogne is considered a relatively small airport. It is quite far from Paris itself, and to get to the city, you will have to cover a distance of 80 kilometers.
The airlines that fly from Israel to Buba are low-cost companies that offer discounted and attractive prices:
- Wizzair
- Ryanair
There may also be various charter flights arriving at the airport, but it would be difficult to name the exact companies that will provide the service. In addition, according to what is written online, this is an airport that only receives about 50 daily flights.
Information about takeoffs and landings at Buba Airport
If you want to receive details and track your flight from or to Buba, click on the following link.
Airport structure
Until 1997, the airport consisted of only one terminal. In that year, the Irish airline Ryanair chose it for connecting flights to Dublin. This step slowly led to the development of the airport and in 2010 an additional terminal began operating there.
Transportation to Mambove
The journey to Paris can take about two hours due to the distance, so it is best to opt for Uber or taxis that will take you directly to your destination. However, here I will list all the possible ways to travel to and from the airport so that you can choose the most affordable route for you.
Uber
Anyone who has already encountered this app will surely know that it makes it significantly easier to find available and fast public transportation. More than once, you will find that ordering a driver on Uber will be even more affordable for you than a special taxi.
A little about Uber: The app is location-based, and after you download it and enter your credit card information for each ride, you can open a map and drop a pin on your exact location. At that moment, Uber will scan the area and find available drivers for you.
The information you receive will include the driver's rating, the price of the trip, and the type of vehicle for identification (including license plate). This can certainly help you if you're looking for a large car for family transportation.
If you haven't downloaded the app yet, you can find it here:
Bolt
Another app, less well-known but very similar to Uber, is Bolt. Its operation is pretty much the same, and it's always worth doing a brief market survey to see if there are any price differences. On long trips, it may prove to be particularly cost-effective, and therefore it is also very relevant on a long trip like the one between Buba Airport and the city of Paris.
You can download the app from these links:
Public Transport
As far as public transportation is concerned, the airport is not connected to any train, not even by bus. Regardless of whether you fly back to Israel or if you want to land there and get to Paris, it is a somewhat challenging experience.
However, alongside taxis and Uber, the airport is connected with shuttles that run to the western edge of Paris to the Porte Maillot metro station in the 17th arrondissement . This is an area away from the main tourist areas, but it allows direct travel into the city.
All you have to do is search Google for bus from Beauvais tille airport to Paris and you will find an online schedule that will appear in the search results.
The way back from Paris to the airport is through the coach park, where the bus terminal is located. It is important to be there at least 3 and a half hours before your flight. The park is located near Boulevard Pershing, next to the Concorde Lafayette hotel.
Car rental at Buba Airport
Although it is considered a small airport, it is still an airport, and as befits it, it also includes various car dealerships.
If Bouvet is your starting point for a trip around northern France – great! If your goal is to travel to Paris, then it is still recommended to rely on public transportation or Uber and the like. Paris itself is very busy, and the driving experience there is somewhat questionable.
If you still want to receive information on the subject, there is an article on the site that deals with renting a car in France.
Transportation in Paris
Paris is well-connected by public transportation and offers a variety of ways to get around. If your goal is Paris, I recommend the article Transportation in Paris: Metro, Trains, Taxis, Bicycles, and Even a Pair of Feet.
Tax refunds at Buba Airport
If you have been shopping in Paris and are now on your way home, know that you can claim a VAT refund if the total cost of the purchase is over 175 euros including VAT.
EU residents are not eligible for a tax refund. The person requesting the refund must be over 16 years of age.
The airport website states that there is a tax refund department, but unfortunately, unlike other airports, there is no exact location listed. In such cases, it is simply best to ask the local intelligence and get precise directions.
Paris for the Traveler – The Complete Guide
You will find a very wide variety of content articles on the subject of Paris and France on the site. To make things a little easier for you and also to allow you to start planning your upcoming trip, I recommend that you read my comprehensive guide.
There's no substitute for the feeling of butterflies in your stomach after booking a flight. But the fun part is actually getting there. So if you've decided that Paris is your next destination and your flight is already booked, you're welcome to check out the complete Francophile guide to Paris.
It includes all the information tourists need, from recommendations, to selected routes, fascinating history and anecdotes, and much more.
More on the subject
Hi, I see that there are trains from Buba to Paris.
Why does the article state that no train connects Buba Airport to Paris?
In the link you provided, I see a train from the city of Buba, not from the Buba airport…
Hello
Thanks for the important information!
Are the shuttles from Bobo airport to the Paris metro station free?
What is their frequency?
Thanks.
Hi Shirley,
The shuttles cost money (about 30 euros round trip or about 17 euros one way). They leave about 20 minutes after each flight, so the frequency depends on the number of flights arriving at the same time.