- Air France will operate direct flights between Los Angeles and Nice in May 2025 for the Cannes Film Festival and the Monaco Grand Prix.
- Four additional flights will connect New York to Nice in June 2025 for the Cannes Lions Festival.
- These routes will be operated by Airbus A350 and Boeing 777-300ER, optimized for comfort and reduced CO₂ emissions.
New direct flights for major international events
Air France has announced the launch of direct flights between Los Angeles and Nice Côte d’Azur in May 2025 to coincide with the Cannes Film Festival and the Monaco Grand Prix. Two special flights are scheduled for May 12 and May 26, 2025, providing a seamless connection between the U.S. West Coast and the French Riviera.
Additionally, the airline will operate four direct flights between New York and Nice in June 2025, aligning with the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. These flights will depart from New York JFK Airport on June 14, 15, 19, and 20, 2025.
Next-generation aircraft for improved efficiency
Flights between Los Angeles and Nice will be operated by the Airbus A350, a flagship aircraft in Air France’s long-haul fleet. The A350 reduces CO₂ emissions by 25% compared to previous generations and lowers noise pollution by 40%.
The New York – Nice route will be served by the Boeing 777-300ER, featuring Air France’s latest cabin configurations. Passengers will enjoy Wi-Fi access, high-definition individual screens, and a diverse selection of films, including award-winning titles from international festivals.
A boost for Nice Côte d’Azur’s connectivity
These new routes further strengthen Nice Côte d’Azur’s accessibility, making it easier for professionals and visitors to attend world-renowned events. The addition of these flights to Air France’s transatlantic network underscores the increasing significance of the French Riviera in U.S.-Europe travel and business exchanges.
By introducing direct flights with state-of-the-art aircraft, Nice Côte d’Azur continues to position itself as a premier gateway to Southern France, offering both enhanced connectivity and sustainable aviation solutions.
Nice Côte d’Azur Connectivity
- Delta Boston–Nice: direct route inaugurated in May 2026
- Twin Jet new routes Nice–Olbia and Nice–Menorca summer 2026
- Nice Côte d’Azur Airport Terminal 2 extension: 23,000 sq m and capacity increased to 18 million passengers
- Nice Côte d’Azur Airport summer 2026: a record network of 130 destinations
- Cork–Nice: Direct Aer Lingus service from May 2026
- €2.8 billion in economic impact in 2024 for Nice Côte d’Azur and Cannes-Mandelieu Airports
- The Côte d’Azur is emerging as a testing ground for decarbonised air mobility
- United Airlines reactivates the Nice–Washington route in summer 2026
