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Cannes Mandelieu Airport announces extended ATC opening hours for 2026

Published on 27-02-26

Cannes Mandelieu Airport has announced a significant extension of its Air Traffic Control (ATC) opening hours, effective January 1, 2026.
The update also applies to its premium FBO, Sky Valet, and aims to offer operators greater flexibility and improved access throughout the year.

Current Operating Hours

Until now, the airport has operated:

  • 08:am – 08pm during the IATA Winter season
  • 08am sunset + 30 minutes during the IATA Summer season, whenever sunset occurred later than 08pm

What’s Changing in 2026?

Starting next year, Cannes Mandelieu Airport will transition to five clearly defined operating periods, providing more consistent and extended availability:

  • 01 Jan – 08 Mar: 08am – 08pm
  • 09 Mar – 03 May: 08am – 09pm
  • 04 May – 23 Aug: 08am – 10pm
  • 24 Aug – 18 Oct: 08am – 09pm
  • 19 Oct – 31 Dec: 08am – 08pm

In total, these adjustments represent approximately 125 additional operating hours for 2026.

Opening hours Cannes Mandelieu

Benefits for Operators

The new schedule is designed to enhance service efficiency and better align with business aviation activity on the French Riviera.

Operators can expect:

  • Increased flexibility for flight scheduling
  • Enhanced summer connectivity during peak travel months
  • Better alignment with business aviation demand trends
  • Continued top tier FBO services delivered by Sky Valet

Coordination Requirements for Summer 2026

Cannes Mandelieu Airport will be under coordination from May 11th to September 14th, 2026.
During this period, all IFR flights must request a slot from airport operations before arrival.

Support for Operators

Airport and Sky Valet teams remain fully available to assist with slot coordination and handling requests, ensuring a smooth experience for all operators.