- Three FBOs: Signature, DC Aviation G-OPS, Aviapartner
- No parking available - Plan passenger drop and reposition according to available slots – Maximum ground time 4 hours
- No hangar space available
- Prior permission and mandatory slots
- Authorized slot time may be different from the requested time – be sure to use the authorized time only
- Filed flight plans must match the authorized slot times, and slot numbers are to be in line 18 of the ICAO flight plan
- Example for arrival: RMK/ASL LFMNA123456789
- Example for departure: RMK/ASL LFMND123456789
- Example for arrival: RMK/ASL LFMNA123456789
- Operating hours: 24/7
- Operating restrictions starting May 24 at 0000UTC (0200 LCL) and lasting until May 27 at 2159UTC (2359 LCL):
- VFR departures and arrivals are prohibited.
- IFR flights between LFMN and LFMD are prohibited.
- VFR departures and arrivals are prohibited.
- Authorized slot time may be different from the requested time – be sure to use the authorized time only
Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix 2024
The third race in our F1 series on the 2024 races that impact BGA is the Grand Prix in Monaco, which will take place on Sunday, May 26, 2024. Voted as #1 Best International Trip Planning in the 2024 ProPilot PRASE Survey, our global team of local experts is dedicated to supporting your operations. The World Fuel Trip Support team is available 24/7 to provide additional information or to help with your trip at [email protected]om.
Return to this resource article page for additional information on the Monaco Grand Prix and how business and general aviation may be affected.
The nearest airports, Nice (LFMN) and Cannes (LFMD), are expected to be extremely busy with restrictions during the race weekend on May 24-26, 2024, as the F1 event overlaps with the famous Cannes Film Festival, held in Cannes, France on May 14-25, 2024. Per French DGAC (https://www.sia.aviation-civile.gouv.fr/documents/supaip/aip/id/6), slot and operating restrictions will go into effect at LFMD starting on May 14, 2024 – more information can be found below. For LFMN, since it is slot coordinated year-round, the only change will be specific flight restrictions during the race weekend (also listed below).
Airport Information
These restrictions are currently published in relation to the race. However, other temporary restrictions might be implemented and communicated via NOTAM. For full country, airport, and NOTAM information, log into myWorld App or Online Flight Planning. If you need credentials, click here.
Nice - LFMN
Cannes - LFMD
- One FBO - Cannes Airport Handling/Sky Valet
- Parking & hangar space is limited
- Prior permission is required
- Slots are mandatory from May 14 until Sep 15, but for the F1 race, they are as follows:
- May 14 at 0600UTC (0800 LCL) to May 27 at 1932UTC (2132 LCL) (sunset plus 30 minutes)
- Authorized slot time may be different from requested time, ensure to use the authorized time only
- Filed flight plans must match the authorized slot times and slot numbers are to be in line 18 of the ICAO flight plan
- Example for arrival: RMK/ASL LFMDA123456789
- Example for departure: RMK/ASL LFMDD123456789
- Example for arrival: RMK/ASL LFMDA123456789
- Operating hours: 0600UTC (0800 LCL) to Sunset plus 30 minutes (around 1930 UTC (2130 LCL))
- Operating restrictions starting May 24 at 0001UTC (0201 LCL) and lasting until May 27 at 1932UTC (2132 LCL) (sunset plus 30 minutes):
- IFR flights between LFMD and LFMN are prohibited
- IFR flights between LFMD and LFMN are prohibited
- Operating restrictions starting May 26 at 0600UTC (0800 LCL) and lasting until May 27 at 1200UTC (1400 LCL)
- Inbound and outbound VFR aircraft are prohibited except for piston-powered aircraft
- Inbound and outbound VFR aircraft are prohibited except for piston-powered aircraft
- May 14 at 0600UTC (0800 LCL) to May 27 at 1932UTC (2132 LCL) (sunset plus 30 minutes)
Ground transportation for both airports
- Shuttle buses, taxis, and limousines service all major downtown hotels from the airports
- All FBOs can arrange crew transport
- All major car rental companies have service counters in the terminal
- Helicopter charter from Nice or Cannes to Monaco is available and can be arranged by FBOs
Distances from the airports
- LFMN:
- 9 km / 5.5 miles to downtown - normally takes 18 minutes by car
- 32 km / 20 miles to the Monaco F1 Circuit - normally takes 35 minutes by car
- Heli flight time Nice-Monaco: 7 min
- 9 km / 5.5 miles to downtown - normally takes 18 minutes by car
- LFMD:
- 6 km / 4 miles to downtown - normally takes 15-20 minutes by car
- 60 km / 37.5 miles to the Monaco F1 Circuit – normally takes 60-70 minutes by car
- Heli flight time Cannes-Monaco: 10 min
- 6 km / 4 miles to downtown - normally takes 15-20 minutes by car
Alternative aircraft parking
The following airports provide more flexible parking on a “first come, first serve” basis:
- Genova – LIMJ: 83 NM
- Marseille – LFML: 88 NM
- Torino – LIMF: 94 NM
- Avignon – LFMV: 102 NM
- Nimes – LFTW: 122 NM
- Montpellier – LFMT: 142 NM
Visitor Information
- Citizens of some 60 non-EU countries including the UK, US, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, and many Latin American countries do not require a visa for a short stay in France (less than 90 days).
- Use the French Visa Wizard to check whether you need a visa: https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/web/france-visas/
- France is part of the Schengen area. Passports must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned date of departure from the Schengen area.
- Entry to Monaco: Foreign nationals who are authorized to enter mainland France for a short stay without a visa are also authorized to enter and stay in Monaco. When a short-stay visa is required, and the main destination is Monaco, the consulate in France will issue a Schengen visa valid for Monaco and the Schengen area.
Hotels
- Hilton & Marriott brands are available; however, the hotels sell out quickly, and the rates go high. We recommend booking as early as possible.
- Recommended hotels in Nice, Cannes, and Monaco:
- Le Méridien Nice
- AC Hotel Nice
- Moxy Sophia Antipolis
- JW Marriott Cannes
- Canopy by Hilton Cannes
- Columbus Hotel Monte Carlo, Monaco
- Riviera Marriott Hotel La Porte de Monaco
- Le Méridien Beach Plaza, Monaco
- Whether staying in Nice, Cannes, or Monaco, check the current availability through the hotel brand website:
For more information on the race and Monaco, please see the following resources:
