MRS - Marseille Provence Airport
Marseille, France
IATA Code: MRS · Marseille, France
The airport code MRS is the IATA identifier for Marseille Provence Airport. You may also find it referred to as Marseille Airport (MRS).
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) serves Marseille, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
MRS is the IATA airport code for Marseille Provence Airport, located in Marseille, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 43.4393°N, 5.2214°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- MRS
- City
- Marseille
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 43.4393°
- Longitude
- 5.2214°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from MRS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CTT - Le Castellet | 50 km | $771 | $2/passenger |
| AVN - Avignon | 58 km | $895 | $2/passenger |
| FNI - Nimes | 74 km | $1,142 | $2/passenger |
| XOG - Orange | 83 km | $1,281 | $3/passenger |
| TLN - Hyeres | 84 km | $1,296 | $3/passenger |
| MPL - Montpellier | 103 km | $1,589 | $3/passenger |
| LTT - La Môle | 105 km | $1,620 | $3/passenger |
| FRJ - Frejus | 122 km | $1,882 | $4/passenger |
| OBS - Aubenas-vals-lanas | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| CEQ - Cannes | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| BZR - Beziers | 151 km | $2,330 | $5/passenger |
| NCE - Nice | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| VAF - Valence | 166 km | $2,561 | $5/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| PGF - Perpignan | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| GNB - Grenoble | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| CUF - Cuneo | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| DCM - Castres | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| CCF - Carcassonne | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| ALL - Albenga | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| MFX - Ajaccio | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| CMF - Chambery | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| LYS - Lyon | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| LBI - Albi | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| GRO - Gerona | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 276 km | $4,258 | $9/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 288 km | $4,443 | $9/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| CLY - Calvi | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| GOA - Genoa | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| TLS - Toulouse | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| XMW - Montauban | 316 km | $4,875 | $10/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| QSA - Sabadell | 333 km | $5,138 | $10/passenger |
| LEU - Seo De Urgel | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| VHY - Vichy | 336 km | $5,184 | $10/passenger |
| AJA - Ajaccio | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 344 km | $5,307 | $11/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 347 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your MRS Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from MRS
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Marseille
Marseille experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through MRS
As a European airport, MRS falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via MRS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Marseille Provence Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from MRS
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to MRS are CTT, AVN, FNI — consider these for potentially lower fares