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
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cannes in January
Estimated hotel price
$174
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 Boston and takes around 7h 30m.

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 Priceless and Rent-A-Wreck, 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 Boston and takes around 7h 30m.

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 Priceless and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Nice.

Airports near Cannes

NCENice Côte d'Azur
TLNToulon Hyeres
MRSMarseille

Airlines serving Cannes

Lufthansa
Good (8,281 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,266 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,107 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,652 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,714 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,019 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,682 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,388 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,546 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,448 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,381 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,782 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 $163 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 Chanteclair and L'Esterel. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Cannes, with prices from $44 to $387 per night. Centre Ville is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Cannes are about 29% more expensive 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, Hôtel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion and Hotel Barriere Le Majestic Cannes.

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

Where to stay in popular areas of Cannes

Most booked hotels in Cannes

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Regent Carlton Cannes
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 1352 reviews)
$358+
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Domaine du Mas de Pierre
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 838 reviews)
$279+
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Hôtel Martinez Cannes
5 stars
Excellent (9, 2968 reviews)
$278+
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Hotel Barriere Le Majestic Cannes
5 stars
Excellent (9, 2416 reviews)
$290+
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JW Marriott Cannes
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, 931 reviews)
$257+
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Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Le Cannet
0 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2044 reviews)
$57+
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Renting a car in Cannes

Renting a car in Cannes costs $53 per day, on average, or $211 if you want to rent if for 4 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 Nice Côte d'Azur.

Expect to pay $9.05 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 $108.57 and $144.75. The most frequently booked car type in Cannes is Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Dacia Sandero or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cannes costs $53 per day, on average, or $211 if you want to rent if for 4 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 Nice Côte d'Azur.

Expect to pay $9.05 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 $108.57 and $144.75. The most frequently booked car type in Cannes is Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Dacia Sandero or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Cannes

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$37/day

Intermediate SUV
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