- Must visit
Musée Maritime
A leading maritime museum with preserved vessels, including a weather ship and fishing boat, moored in the old harbour area.
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Overview: Paris to La Rochelle flight
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Take a flight from Paris to La Rochelle and enjoy the approximately 398 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance 398 km |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
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Things to do in La Rochelle
Discover the best of La Rochelle — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Rochelle trip today.
- Recommended
Muséum d'Histoire naturelle
Natural history collections covering animals, ethnography and regional science, set in an elegant former governor’s residence.
- Recommended
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Fine arts museum in a historic episcopal palace, showing paintings and decorative arts from the 15th to 20th centuries.
- Must visit
Vieux Port
The city’s lively harbour lined with quays, cafés and historic towers; ideal for a first walk and classic La Rochelle views.
- Must visit
Centre historique
This old quarter of arcaded lanes, mansions and small squares captures the city’s mercantile character and rewards slow wandering.
- Recommended
Rue du Palais
A central pedestrian shopping street known for arcades, historic façades and easy access to the old town’s main sights.
- Gluten-free
Huîtres de Marennes-Oléron
Fresh oysters from nearby Marennes-Oléron, prized for their briny flavour and long oyster-farming tradition on the Charente coast.
- Gluten-free
Mouclade
Mussels cooked with pineau, cream or herbs are a Charente-Maritime staple, reflecting the region’s strong shellfish culture and Atlantic produce.
- Gluten-free
Chaudrée charentaise
A rich fish stew from the Atlantic coast, usually made with local fish, shellfish, wine and aromatics, linked to old fishing traditions.
Les Flots
Smart contemporary restaurant focused on seasonal French cooking and carefully presented plates in an intimate old-town setting.
André
Elegant seafood restaurant by the harbour, known for oysters, fish and polished service in a refined but welcoming setting.
Brasserie des Dames
Historic brasserie on the Vieux Port serving seafood platters, regional dishes and classic French fare in a lively traditional room.
Euro (€)
Moderate for a French coastal city: hotels rise in summer, but dining and local transport are usually manageable for most tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Small change is fine in cafés; taxis are often rounded up.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €5.00
To the city centre
La Rochelle Ile de Re Airport -> Place de Verdun, La Rochelle
- Distance
- 5 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Single tickets are also valid on Yélo buses, the Passeur and TER within the agglomeration according to Yélo fares.
- From La Rochelle Ile de Re Airport, the official airport site states Illico 1b serves the city centre Monday to Saturday; D9 runs on Sundays and public holidays.
FAQs: Paris to La Rochelle flights
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