Lille airport (LIL)

Lille-Lesquin Airport (LIL), opened in 1947, is an important air terminal in the Hauts-de-France region. Due to its location, just a few kilometres from the border, it also serves Belgium’s Walloon region. It operates domestic and international flights, mainly within Europe and North Africa.

Official Website: lille.aeroport.fr

Telephone: +33 891 67 32 10 / 320 496 747

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Terminals

The airport has a single passenger terminal, which operates 24 hours a day.

Annual Traffic (2024): 1.8 million passengers.

Information Points

The passenger information desk is located in the main hall on the second level of the terminal and is available during flight operation hours.

 Location

The airport is located in the municipality of Lesquin, in the Nord department, 7 km (4 miles) southeast of Lille city centre.

What services does Lille airport (LIL) facilities include

Lille Airport offers a variety of services to enhance the passenger experience, including:

• Free Wi-Fi access for 15 minutes.
• Cash machine.
• Postbox.
• Power sockets for charging electronic devices.
• Business centre with meeting rooms in the central lobby.

Food & Drink

The dining offer includes options both in the public area and in the boarding zone:

• Café: Located in the boarding lounge, offering drinks and light snacks.
• Bar/Restaurant: Situated on the terminal mezzanine, with more complete meal options.

Shopping

For your last-minute purchases or gifts, the airport offers:

• Aelia Duty Free: Tax-free shop located in the boarding area, offering a selection of perfumes, cosmetics, alcohol, tobacco, and regional products.
• Relay: Multi-shop with newspapers, magazines, books, snacks, travel accessories, and gifts, available in both the public area and the boarding lounge.

Baggage

For baggage services, passengers have access to:

• Luggage trolleys: Available free of charge in the car parks and in the arrivals area.
• Lost Property: The office is located near the exit of the arrivals hall and operates from 8:00 am to 10:00 p.m. You can contact them via the online form.

Other Services

• Children’s play area.
• Instant photo booth.
• Baby changing facilities.
• First aid station.

Parking services at Lille airport (LIL)

Parking

The airport offers various parking options to suit the length of stay and the desired proximity to the terminal. Advance booking is available for certain options, ensuring better rates and availability.

To find out the exact rate for your stay, use the price comparison tool available on the official airport website.

• P1 - Longue durée (Long Stay): The best rate for stays of 3 days or more. Free shuttle bus service to the passenger terminal. Available only by prior reservation.
• P2 - Facilité: Located opposite the airport. Ideal for short stays (less than 2 days) and for dropping off or picking up passengers. A 5-minute walk from the terminal. The first 15 minutes are free.
• P3 - Proximité: Directly at the terminal entrance. Perfect for those seeking maximum convenience when parking and retrieving their car, whether for a day trip or a longer stay.
• P4 - Privilège couvert: Covered parking within the airport. Provides quick access to the Arrivals/Departures areas (one minute via stairs or lift). Includes charging stations for electric vehicles.
• P6 - TOS: Car park reserved for travellers whose parking reservation was managed by their travel agency or tour operator.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other special needs is provided by qualified airport staff, who offer support from arrival to boarding. The terminal is equipped with accessible infrastructure.

Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRM)

To ensure optimal and timely service, it is essential to request assistance when booking the ticket or, at the latest, 48 hours in advance, directly from the airline or travel agency.

• Contact Points: Dedicated telephone booths are available to request assistance, located in the terminal lobby, the passenger drop-off area, and the departures hall.
• Arrival Recommendation: If the 48-hour notice period could not be met, it is advisable to arrive at the airport at least 1 hour and 30 minutes before the normal check-in time to allow for service coordination.
• Assistance Services: Support staff can assist with movement within the terminal, baggage and mobility equipment check-in, security screening (with wheelchair provided by the service), boarding, disembarking, and baggage collection.

Facilities and Accessibility

The airport provides the following facilities for travellers with special needs:

• Parking: Ample standard PRM parking spaces available in all car parks.
• Toilets: Spacious, adapted restrooms fitted with support bars, available in both Arrivals and Departures areas.
• Access: Automatic doors and wide lifts suitable for easy wheelchair transit.

Unaccompanied Minors

Airlines offer special escort services for minors travelling without an accompanying adult (Unaccompanied Minors). You should check directly with your airline for the conditions, minimum age, and applicable fees for this service.

Pets

Most airlines operating at Lille allow the transport of pets either in the cabin or in the hold. The specific transport conditions (size, cage, documentation) depend entirely on each airline’s policy.