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

Cannes travel guide

Cannes Tourism | Cannes Guide

You're Going to Love Cannes

With a population of 70,011, Cannes 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. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Cannes has to offer.

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When to visit Cannes

Cannes in January
Estimated hotel price
$182
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cannes in January
Estimated hotel price
$182
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cannes in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Cannes, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Cannes

Plane

When flying to Cannes, you’ll arrive at Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Cannes include Delta, KLM and Air France. The shortest flight to Cannes from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Cannes is to pick up a car rental from Nice, which is about 16 miles from Cannes. You’ll find branches of Turo and Priceless, among others, in Nice.

Plane

When flying to Cannes, you’ll arrive at Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Cannes include Delta, KLM and Air France. The shortest flight to Cannes from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Cannes is to pick up a car rental from Nice, which is about 16 miles from Cannes. You’ll find branches of Turo and Priceless, among others, in Nice.

Airports near Cannes

NCENice Côte d'Azur
TLNToulon Hyeres
MRSMarseille

Airlines serving Cannes

Lufthansa
Good (8,157 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,547 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,132 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,451 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,018 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,489 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,041 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,635 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,903 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,214 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,387 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,423 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,486 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,431 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,347 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cannes

From 5-star hotels such as the Mondrian Cannes to great affordable options like the Hotel Schtak, Cannes offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $179 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $418 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Les Tourrades and Chanteclair. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Cannes, with prices from $45 to $807 per night. Centre Ville is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Cannes are about 12% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Centre Ville - In Cannes’s most popular neighborhood to stay, recommended hotels include Croisette Beach Hotel Cannes - MGallery Collection, Hotel Brimer and Hôtel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion.

La Bocca - Hôtel Mercure Cannes Mandelieu, ibis Cannes Plage La Bocca and Kyriad Cannes - Mandelieu have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in La Bocca will cost you about $62 per night.

Centre Ville - In Cannes’s most popular neighborhood to stay, recommended hotels include Croisette Beach Hotel Cannes - MGallery Collection, Hotel Brimer and Hôtel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion.
La Bocca - Hôtel Mercure Cannes Mandelieu, ibis Cannes Plage La Bocca and Kyriad Cannes - Mandelieu have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in La Bocca will cost you about $62 per night.
Most popular hotel in Cannes by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Cannes

Most booked hotels in Cannes

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Hôtel Martinez Cannes
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 2942 reviews)
$658+
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Hotel Barriere Le Majestic Cannes
5 stars
Excellent (9, 2391 reviews)
$706+
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Hôtel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2192 reviews)
$355+
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Novotel Nice Arénas Aéroport
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3294 reviews)
$159+
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Hôtel Le Royal Promenade des Anglais
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 5854 reviews)
$227+
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Hôtel Montaigne & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2734 reviews)
$121+
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Renting a car in Cannes

Renting a car in Cannes costs $53 per day, on average, or $213 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Cannes.

Expect to pay $8.33 per gallon in Cannes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $99.93 and $133.25. The most frequently booked car type in Cannes is Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 5% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cannes costs $53 per day, on average, or $213 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Cannes.

Expect to pay $8.33 per gallon in Cannes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $99.93 and $133.25. The most frequently booked car type in Cannes is Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 5% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Cannes

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$30/day

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