Cheap Flights to Carcassonne from £42

Flights to Carcassonne in 2021

Popular in	August	High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Cheapest in	January	Best time to find cheap flights, 8% potential price drop
Average price	£39	Average for round-trip flights in March 2021
Round-trip from	£42	From London to Carcassonne

COVID Restrictions

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Can I fly to Carcassonne right now?

Yes, there are currently restrictions on flights to Carcassonne along with the rest of France. Before you book or search for flights, consider the following restrictions: France has restricted the entry of all travelers arriving from non-Schengen Member States. Nationals of France and their spouses and children, long-term residents with French residence permits and their spouses and children, long-term residents of EEA Member States, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, Switzerland, the United Kingdom or the Vatican City and their spouses and children on their way home, and healthcare professionals may still enter the country. Airline crew, personnel of diplomatic and consular missions and international organizations with offices in France and their spouses and children, and merchant seamen may also enter. Travelers must have an International Travel Certificate to enter and transit France, which must be obtained prior to departure via the French consular offices abroad or online at https://www.interieur.gouv.fr. Additionally, travelers returning to a residence in France which is more than 100 km from their point of entry, or who need to use public transport during peak hours in Île-de-France (Greater Paris), must have a declaration form certifying their reason for travel. Travelers arriving in mainland France from outside the UK, EU (except for Spain), Andorra, Vatican City, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Norway, and Switzerland are requested to comply with a voluntary 14-day self-quarantine upon arrival. Travelers arriving in overseas French territorities, as well as any travelers showing symptoms of COVID-19, will have to carry out a mandatory 14 day quarantine at home or in a facility chosen by the government.. If you are looking to book a trip to Carcassonne and are outside of the restricted areas, please take the proper precautions and stay informed about travelling during COVID-19.

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Cheapest prices for Carcassonne flights by month

January

£18

February

£28

March

£51

April

£53

May

£40

June

£83

July

£106

August

£124

September

£66

October

£49

November

£65

December

£41

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Carcassonne. Flying to Carcassonne in August will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the best time to fly to Carcassonne?

LON - CCF Price	£18 - £215
CCF Temperature	10 - 29 °C
CCF Rainfall	24 - 70 mm

Whilst there are several times of the year to choose from, January is seen as the time to fly to Carcassonne, however, it is possible to get good deals throughout the year. July sees the temperatures in Carcassonne peak to their warmest. April tends, on average, to see the most amount of rainfall.

When is the best time to book a flight to Carcassonne?

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Carcassonne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Carcassonne?

The cheapest flights to Carcassonne are usually found when departing on a Tuesday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Saturday.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Carcassonne?

Carcassonne flights can be made cheaper if you choose a flight at midday. Booking a flight in the evening will likely mean higher prices.

When to fly

Peak Season:

April to September is peak season in this medieval city. It is during this time that most tourists and those with second homes in the area visit. Carcassonne’s atmosphere comes alive from June to August as these months host the Carcassonne Festival. Book flights to Carcassonne during these months for this unmissable event, which features a vast programme of around 100 concerts and shows such as theatre, circus, dance, jazz, opera and classical music. Many renowned artists such as Diana Ross, Artic Monkeys and Bob Dylan have taken to the stage at Carcassonne festival over the years.

Off Season:

If you are looking for a cheap flight to Carcassonne, October to March is the low season. However, whilst cheap flights to Carcassonne are available during this time, some attractions have shorter opening hours during these months.

City overview

The French city of Carcassonne, situated in the Languedoc region, is widely known as a fortified city on the north bank of the River Aude. All turrets, towers and ramparts, the historic Carcassonne is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and even features its own basilica, the Basilica of St-Nazaire. Take a flight to Carcassonne to discover Europe’s largest medieval town, with walls entirely intact after it was completely restored by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc in the late 19^th century. Carcassonne’s “lower” town, however, is more modern and features charming streets that play host to entertainers, gift shops, restaurants, tapestry galleries and outdoor cafes.

The Canal du Midi crossed by the Pont Marengo is another tourist draw in the area. The canal, lined by overhanging trees, was constructed in the 1600s, and is popular for bank-side strolls and boat rides.

Carcassonne climate

The Languedoc region is blessed with a Mediterranean climate – hot, dry weather from June to August with rain setting in from December through February. Book a flight to Carcassonne to experience some of the 300 sunny days a year that the area typically experiences.

Getting around Carcassonne

Carcassonne’s medieval city is small enough that you can easily walk around. But to see the rest of the city you may want to take the bus, which is efficient and reasonably priced. Buy a transport pass for the entire day or just for an hour – it gives you unlimited rides on the entire transport system.

Getting downtown from the airport

The Carcassone Salvaza Airport (CCF) is just 2 miles (3 km) from the city. There is an airport shuttle that takes in several points around the area including the Medieval City and town centre. There are also taxis available at the airport terminal. Many visitors choose to rent a car and there are several car rental companies represented at the airport.