Traveling from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): what you need to know
Marseille is seven hours ahead of Edmonton and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YEG to MRS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Right now, $297 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $684. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from YEG to MRS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Edmonton International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from YEG to MRS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edmonton International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport.
Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
69.55% of flights that take off from Edmonton International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Edmonton International Airport is about 32 kilometers from central Edmonton. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to YEG:
Arriving at Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edmonton International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MRS instead:
Pick up a Marseille Provence Airport rental car and discover Marseille and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and Free2move are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Marseille Provence Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
Marseille Provence Airport to the center of Marseille has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometers away.
When to fly to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Marseille in April.
Lock in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport for August if you'd like to go to Marseille during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YEG to MRS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Marseille is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometers north of Marseille, a trip to Lyon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
If you want to check out another major destination in France, consider Toulouse, roughly 322 kilometers west of Marseille. Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf are among the biggest draws.
