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Musée de Bastia
City museum inside the former governors’ palace, covering Bastia’s history, art and urban development in a dramatic citadel setting.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Marseille to Bastia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Bastia will cost around £253 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £225.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 flights from Marseille to Bastia, including 3 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 337 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest flights will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Flights from Marseille to Bastia depart on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £16 by ferry.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 22:35. The fastest flight covers the 337 km distance in 49m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 337 km |
Average flight duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Flights per day 29 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 49m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 22:35 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Marseille to Bastia.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Bastia flights for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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LH2261 · LH2280 | 12:55 Marseille Provence Airport | 4h30 | 17:25 Bastia Poretta Airport | 1 change | |
AF7337+ AF4466 | 14:45 Marseille Provence Airport | 7h55 | 22:40 Bastia Poretta Airport | 1 change | |
AF7339 · AF7590 | 16:25 Marseille Provence Airport | 16h40 | 9:05 Bastia Poretta Airport | 1 change | |
AF7341 · AF7590 | 18:20 Marseille Provence Airport | 14h45 | 9:05 Bastia Poretta Airport | 1 change | |
AF7341+ AF4462 | 18:20 Marseille Provence Airport | 16h55 | 11:15 Bastia Poretta Airport | 1 change | |
XK251 | 9:15 Marseille Provence Airport | 0h55 | 10:10 Bastia Poretta Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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City museum inside the former governors’ palace, covering Bastia’s history, art and urban development in a dramatic citadel setting.
Contemporary art gallery presenting changing exhibitions in a central setting, useful for discovering current Corsican and visiting artists.
Photography-focused gallery and visual arts venue with rotating shows, offering a more local and contemporary side of Bastia’s cultural scene.
Bastia’s main seafront square, lined with palms and historic façades, ideal for strolling, people-watching and reaching key sights.
Old harbour quarter with colourful buildings, boats and lively waterfront views; a classic place to walk and photograph Bastia.
Historic upper town with narrow lanes, quiet squares and sea views, giving the clearest feel for Bastia’s Genoese heritage.
Slow-cooked stew of white beans, pork rind, ham hock and herbs. A hearty Corsican classic linked to rural home cooking and winter meals.
Chestnut flour fritters, often lightly sweetened. Chestnuts are central to Corsican food culture, making these a traditional island speciality.
Fresh ewe’s or goat’s milk cheese, soft and tangy. It is a cornerstone of Corsican cheesemaking and often served plain or in savoury dishes.
Refined restaurant in Bastia’s old town serving Corsican and Mediterranean dishes in an elegant, intimate setting.
Casual traditional address known for Corsican specialities, charcuterie and local flavours in a relaxed town-centre atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant on the old port, valued for fresh fish, shellfish and a lively waterfront setting.
Moderate for France: rooms and dining rise in summer, but local cafés and buses stay fairly manageable for tourists compared with larger Riviera destinations.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if you wish.
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Bastia Poretta Airport -> Gare de Bastia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Bastia by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bastia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Bastia flights use the Marseille Provence Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Bastia airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Marseille Provence Airport is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille Provence Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals, offering services from major banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marseille Provence Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Provence Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Bastia Poretta Airport is 4 km from Bastia city centre. Public transport options include:
Bastia Poretta Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bastia Poretta Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bastia Poretta Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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