Airports Near Calais
The closest airports to Calais, France: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Calais, France is Calais-Dunkerque Airport (CQF), about 4 mi (7 km) away — roughly 15 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Kent International Airport (MSE).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CQF | Calais-Dunkerque AirportMarck, France | 4 mi / 7 km | 15 min | Regional |
| XDK | Dunkerque Les Moeres AirportLes Moeres, France | 31 mi / 50 km | 56 min | Regional |
| LTQ | Le Touquet-Cote d'Opale AirportLe Touquet-Paris-Plage, France | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Regional |
| MSE | Kent International AirportManston, United Kingdom | 35 mi / 56 km | 1 hr 2 min | International |
| LYX | Lydd AirportLydd, United Kingdom | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 11 min | Regional |
| HZB | Merville-Calonne AirportMerville/Calonne, France | 42 mi / 67 km | 1 hr 15 min | Regional |
| OST | Ostend-Bruges International AirportOstend, Belgium | 47 mi / 75 km | 1 hr 24 min | International |
| XAB | Abbeville-Buigny-Saint-Maclou AirportAbbeville (Buigny/Saint-Maclou), France | 56 mi / 90 km | 1 hr 40 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Calais-Dunkerque Airport (CQF) is the most convenient at about 4 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Kent International Airport (MSE) (35 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Calais. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with CQF.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near CQF saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Other cities these airports serve
Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Calais is Calais-Dunkerque Airport (CQF), about 4 mi (7 km) away — roughly 15 min by road.