Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Avignon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Avignon

With a population of 89,769, Avignon is a must-see destination in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Avignon deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Avignon

Avignon in December
Estimated hotel price
$84
1 night at 3-star hotel
Avignon in December
Estimated hotel price
$84
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Avignon in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Avignon, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.

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How to Get to Avignon

Plane

When flying to Avignon, you’ll arrive at Avignon-Caum (AVN), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Avignon from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h.

Car

Another option to get to Avignon is to pick up a car rental from Nice, which is about 123 miles from Avignon. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Nice.

Plane

When flying to Avignon, you’ll arrive at Avignon-Caum (AVN), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Avignon from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h.

Car

Another option to get to Avignon is to pick up a car rental from Nice, which is about 123 miles from Avignon. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Nice.

Airlines serving Avignon

Lufthansa
Good (8,231 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,578 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,230 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,074 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,581 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,662 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (960 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,217 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,644 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,536 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,487 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,602 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,472 reviews)
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Where to stay in Avignon

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel d'Europe to great affordable options like the Regina Hotel, Avignon offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $98 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $230 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ibis Budget Avignon Centre and Kyriad Eco - Avignon Sud Parc Des Expositions.

Where to stay in popular areas of Avignon

Most booked hotels in Avignon

Auberge de Cassagne & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 618 reviews)
$244+
Bristol Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 5497 reviews)
$110+
Ibis Budget Avignon Centre
2 stars
Excellent (8, 5794 reviews)
$53+
ibis budget Avignon Nord Le Pontet
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1442 reviews)
$64+
Terre de Provence Hôtel & Spa
3 stars
Good (7.2, 3856 reviews)
$69+
Fasthotel Avignon Nord Le Pontet
2 stars
Good (7.2, 1185 reviews)
$45+

Renting a car in Avignon

Renting a car in Avignon costs $55 per day, on average, or $109 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Marseille.

Expect to pay $9.20 per gallon in Avignon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $110.38 and $147.18. The most frequently booked car type in Avignon is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Avignon costs $55 per day, on average, or $109 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Marseille.

Expect to pay $9.20 per gallon in Avignon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $110.38 and $147.18. The most frequently booked car type in Avignon is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.