Car hire Michel-Pouliot Gaspé Airport

Gaspe Airport, also known as Michel Pouliot Gaspé Airport, services the Quebec city of Gaspe and can be found four miles west of it. Air Canada runs scheduled flights between here and Montreal, Quebec City and Iles de la Madeleine, while private aircraft can also make use of the airport's grounds. Around 21,000 passengers arrive here each year, many of which opt to arrange car hire in Gaspe Airport.

Gaspe Airport facilities

Gaspe Airport is a fairly small airport consisting of one terminal building. Outdoor parking is available for all travellers using the airport. Several well-known car hire companies offer car rental in Gaspe Airport for those looking to transfer to the city conveniently. There are plenty of vehicle options to choose from so it is recommended to compare car hire options before arriving at the airport.

Gaspe Airport excursions

Both Boulevard de York S and Highway 132 connect the airport to the city, with the later offering stunning views of the Gulf of St Lawrence and Forillon National Park. The city centre offers a few attractions including the Musee de la Gaspesie, but the beaches along the St Lawrence are the main draw, as is Forillon National Park.

Best time to visit

Gaspe can be visited year round; however, most people prefer to come here in the hot summer months to enjoy the beaches and the river. The national park is best visited in the spring or autumn when the leaves are colourful and the wildlife is at its fullest, while the cold, snowy winters are the least popular time to travel here.

Car rental in Gaspe Airport

There is no public transportation at the airport, making car hire in Gaspe Airport the best way to get to the city, popular Haldimand and Sandy Beach, just south of the city, and Forillon National Park. Driving conditions are good, but winter snow can present challenges.