Airport Transfer to La Plagne, Pardiski
This page contains information about airport transfers to La Plagne, in France. Combined with the neighbouring Les Arcs resort La Plagne forms the major Paradiski resort. We have listed all the airports that serve La Plagne and Paradiski. We have listed them in order of distance and time, with the nearest at the top. This should help you to find the right one for you. We have also included information and advice on other ways of travelling to the resort, with public transport options listed close to the end of the page.
Some Facts about La Plagne
La Plagne is one of the two resorts that make up the Paradiski ski resort. It is located in the splendour of the French Alps. Offering over 100 runs and 200km of pistes, Paradiski is one of the biggest ski areas in Europe. La Plagne consists of a number of villages at different altitudes in the mountains. Skiing is suitable for many different levels of experience, and there is plenty of opportunity for off-piste exploration with local guides available. There is plenty of accommodation in the resorts that will suit any budget, and there are many places to eat and enjoy après-ski entertainment and drinks.
From which airport can I reach La Plagne?
The closest airport to La Plagne is either Chambery or Lyon, with the former being within 1.5 hours of the resort. Both Grenoble and Geneva are also options but transfer time can be over three hours during peak travel time. Some visitors use cheap flight options to Milan Malpensa airport in Italy, but this is only a viable option if you are getting a very cheap seat and are willing to travel for several hours. Also, if you fly into one of the Italian airports you will have to travel through the Mt Blanc tunnel to get to La Plagne as all the mountain roads and passes are closed during the winter. We recommend that you book an airport transfer from your relevant airport. Some people also consider the option of hiring a car. There are facilities at all the airports.
Is there public transport to La Plagne?
If you are looking at travelling by public transport there are some options. It is worth noting that as La Plagne has no direct rail connection journey times can be extensive. You may also have to change at several places. The following are some of the more viable options if using public transport:
- There are regular scheduled bus services from Geneva airport to La Plagne
- There is a well used scheduled bus service from Lyon to La Plagne
- You can get a train from Lyon airport to Aim, and a scheduled bus from Aim to La Plagne
- There is a scheduled bus service from Chambery to La Plagne
- There is also a scheduled bus service from Grenoble to La Plagne
Visit our transfer request page should you want to submit an airport transfer to La Plagne.
Advice on Transportation to La Plagne
While the above public transport options are attractive to some, we strongly recommend airport transfers. Airport transfers provide you with a direct journey from the airport to La Plange. This is the quickest way to get to the resort. It is also the most efficient, and the most cost-effective. You are guaranteed a ride to the resort in comfort, and you are safe and secure with a driver who knows the region.