The Cannes Film Festival turns La Croisette into the busiest few kilometres on the Riviera for twelve days each May. Admission is by accreditation, and the evening screenings follow formal dress, which makes timing and arrival as important as the ticket.
Nice Côte d'Azur is the main airport, around 30 km along the coast. Festival traffic on the coastal road can double the journey, and the streets around the Palais are tightly controlled. A chauffeur who has planned the drop-off point and time in advance is the difference between walking in composed and arriving flustered.
Start with our Riviera airport service, then see our guide to getting from Nice airport to Cannes and Monaco.
Planning tips
- Book transfers for your arrival and departure days first. These are the hardest to find at short notice.
- For evening screenings, agree drop-off and pick-up points ahead of time. Areas near the Palais are restricted.
- Allow for a slower coastal road in the late afternoon, when guests head to evening events.
- Festival access is separate from transport. LuxGreet does not provide accreditation or tickets.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Nice airport from Cannes?
About 30 km. It is usually 30 to 45 minutes by road, and longer in festival traffic.
Can I book a chauffeur for the evening?
Yes. A chauffeur can be booked by the hour or for the evening, with pick-ups timed around your schedule.
Planning your trip to Cannes Film Festival?
Tell us your flights and dates and we will arrange the airport assistance and the chauffeur, from the aircraft door to the final address.
LuxGreet is an independent airport-assistance and ground-transport company. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Cannes Film Festival, and we do not sell tickets or hospitality. Event names belong to their owners.