Flying from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL): what you need to know
Montpellier's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Stuttgart.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your STR to MPL flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Stuttgart Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between STR and MPL include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
At the moment, £77 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £178. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from STR to MPL if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Stuttgart Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from STR to MPL.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Stuttgart Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport.
Handy information about Stuttgart Airport (STR)
When it comes to Stuttgart Airport's on-time performance, 77.15% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport is around 10 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to STR? If you're boarding an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Stuttgart Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MPL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Montpellier Mediterranee Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and find adventure across Montpellier and beyond.
Booking your ride from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to central Montpellier
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is approximately 7 miles from central Montpellier. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
The quietest month for a flight from Stuttgart Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Montpellier based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport for July if you want to go to Montpellier during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STR to MPL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Montpellier is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be discovered. Around 80 miles east of Montpellier, a visit to Marseille will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Lyon is another essential stop in France and is around 160 miles north of Montpellier. No journey is complete without seeing Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.