Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 5 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
$319
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cannes in January
Estimated hotel price
$319
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cannes in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 26 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Cannes, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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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 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Cannes from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 36h.

Car

Another option to get to Cannes is to pick up a car hire from Nice, which is about 26 km from Cannes. You’ll find branches of Avis and Budget, among others, in Nice.

Plane

When flying to Cannes, you’ll arrive at Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Cannes from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 36h.

Car

Another option to get to Cannes is to pick up a car hire from Nice, which is about 26 km from Cannes. You’ll find branches of Avis and Budget, among others, in Nice.

Airports near Cannes

Airlines serving Cannes

Lufthansa
Good (8,212 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,065 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,472 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,554 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,658 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (956 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,194 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,608 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,480 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,599 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 $264 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $487 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 holiday rental options in Cannes, with prices from $77 to $745 per night. Centre Ville is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cannes are about 29% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Californie Pézou - Villa Claudia Hotel Cannes Centre - Parking, Hotel Verlaine and Hôtel Gallia Cannes have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Californie Pézou will cost you about $167 per night.

Californie Pézou - Villa Claudia Hotel Cannes Centre - Parking, Hotel Verlaine and Hôtel Gallia Cannes have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Californie Pézou will cost you about $167 per night.
Most popular hotel in Cannes by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Cannes

Most booked hotels in Cannes

Hôtel Martinez Cannes
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$496+
Hotel Barriere Le Majestic Cannes
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$529+
Novotel Nice Arénas Aéroport
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$198+
L'Esterel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$94+
Hôtel Montaigne & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$170+
ibis budget Nice Aéroport Promenade des Anglais
2 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$96+

Hiring a car in Cannes

Expect to pay $4.02 per litre in Cannes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $48.22 and $64.29. The most frequently booked car type in Cannes is Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $4.02 per litre in Cannes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $48.22 and $64.29. The most frequently booked car type in Cannes is Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Cannes

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