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Aurillac airport

Aurillac, France
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Gateway to the Cantal highlands of central France.

Location
Aurillac, France
Aurillac Airport (IATA: AUR, ICAO: LFLW) is a small regional airport serving Aurillac, the prefecture of the Cantal department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of south-central France. Situated at an elevation of approximately 2,096 feet (639 metres) above sea level, it is one of the higher-altitude commercial airports in France. The airport primarily serves domestic routes connecting Aurillac to Paris, making it a vital link for a relatively isolated mountainous region. Passenger numbers are modest, reflecting the rural nature of the Cantal department and its sparse population.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building handling all passenger operations.
Getting to & from
The airport is located a few kilometres from Aurillac city centre and is accessible primarily by taxi and private car, with limited public transport options.
Airlines here
Chalair Aviation has operated scheduled services from Aurillac, primarily connecting the city to Paris-Orly.
Notable facts
  • ›One of the higher-altitude commercial airports in France at around 639 metres above sea level.
  • ›Serves the Cantal department, one of the least densely populated departments in France.
  • ›Scheduled services focus heavily on the Paris connection due to the region's geographic isolation.
  • ›The airport handles only a small number of passengers annually, typical of remote regional French airports.
  • ›Cantal's volcanic terrain and rugged landscape make air access particularly important for the local population.
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Routes

AUR → ORYA5 · AT5
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City & Place Guide

Gateway to the Volcanic Auvergne highlands, rich in medieval charm.

Aurillac is the prefecture of the Cantal department in south-central France, nestled among the ancient volcanoes of the Massif Central. With a population of around 27,000, it offers an authentic slice of rural French life far from mass tourism, surrounded by dramatic highland scenery.

The city is best known internationally for its world-famous street theatre festival, Festival d'Aurillac, held each August and drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors. Beyond the festival, Aurillac rewards slow travelers with its historic old town, local markets, and proximity to Cantal's cheese-making and volcanic landscapes.

  • •Château Saint-Étienne — medieval castle housing the regional Volcanoes Museum with geology and local history exhibits.
  • •Old Town (Vieille Ville) — cobblestone streets lined with half-timbered houses and 17th-century architecture.
  • •Festival d'Aurillac — internationally acclaimed annual street theatre festival every August.
  • •Musée des Volcans — fascinating display on the Auvergne's volcanic heritage inside the château.
  • •Covered Market (Les Halles) — lively indoor market showcasing Cantal cheeses, charcuterie, and local produce.
  • •Jordanne River Promenade — pleasant riverside walk ideal for an easy stroll through the town's green spaces.

Getting around: Aurillac is served by its own train station with connections to Clermont-Ferrand and Béziers, though services are infrequent and journeys long. Local bus lines operated by Réseau Aurillac cover the town and surrounding villages. Taxis are available at the station and town center. Given the city's modest size, most central sights are easily walkable; a rental car is strongly recommended for exploring the wider Cantal countryside.

Best time: Late spring (May–June) and summer (July–August) offer the best weather and coincide with the celebrated street theatre festival.

Local food: Try Cantal cheese in all its ages, truffade (potato and cheese skillet), aligot (stretchy mashed potato with tome fraîche), and hearty pounti terrine at traditional local restaurants.

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