NCE / LFMN · Nice, France · Monaco gateway
Nice Côte d'Azur Private Jet Airport
For Monaco, the private flight usually ends in Nice—but the journey does not.
IATA / ICAO
NCE / LFMN
French AIP
Operator
Aéroports de la Côte d'Azur
Airport operator
Elevation
12 ft
French AIP
Traffic
IFR / VFR
French AIP
Air traffic services
H24
French AIP
Customs & immigration
H24
French AIP
Met services
H24
French AIP
Fuel
Jet A1
French AIP
Per French AIP and the airport operator, last reviewed 2026-10-07. Confirmed per flight.
Overview
Monaco's Principal Fixed-Wing Gateway
Nice Côte d'Azur is the principal full-capability fixed-wing gateway to Monaco and the eastern French Riviera, combining two substantial runways, dedicated business-aviation infrastructure, around-the-clock core airport services and integrated helicopter connections.
Nice is not "Monaco Airport". Monaco has no airport; the private flight lands in Nice and the journey continues by helicopter or car.
Runways
Two Parallel Runways
| Runway | Dimensions | Surface | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04R/22L | 2,963 × 45 m | Bituminous concrete | French AIP, 2026-10-07 |
| 04L/22R | 2,628 × 45 m | Bituminous concrete | French AIP, 2026-10-07 |
Declared distances differ by direction and intersection. Runway length alone does not decide whether an aircraft can operate; each flight is calculated by the operator.
Business aviation
Business Aviation Terminal and FBOs
More than 30 ground-support and service companies operate across the airport platform; they are not 30 FBOs. The handler for your flight is confirmed with the operator. LUND GROUP does not own or operate airport facilities.
Business Aviation Terminal
About 1,510 m², opened in March 2010 (airport operator).
Dedicated customs post
Border formalities inside the business-aviation terminal.
Security and lounges
Dedicated outbound security positions, VIP lounges and secure access.
Handlers / FBOs
The airport operator lists three dedicated business-aviation handlers in the terminal: AviaVIP, DC Aviation G-OPS and Signature Aviation.
Services
Fuel, Customs and Services
Jet A1 fuel and H24 customs and immigration are listed in the current AIP. The current AIP lists de-icing as not provided. Winter operations and any service need are confirmed per flight.
Onward
From Nice to Monaco, Cap-Ferrat, Antibes and Cannes
Monaco by helicopter
Usually the fastest connection to Monaco, arranged with licensed operators around your landing time and weather.
Monaco by car
A chauffeur option when helicopter is not preferred or not possible; traffic varies by season and events.
Cap-Ferrat and Villefranche
Close by car along the coast.
Antibes and Cannes
West of the airport by car; Cannes-Mandelieu may also be considered for smaller aircraft.
Meeting a yacht
Coordinated with the yacht's crew for a tender or quay pick-up.
Compare
Nice or Cannes-Mandelieu?
Nice Côte d'Azur
Suits light jets through long-range and larger aircraft, with H24 core services; the usual choice for Monaco.
Cannes-Mandelieu
Closer for Cannes and the western Riviera, for smaller aircraft; restrictions mean suitability is confirmed per aircraft and flight.
Aircraft
Which Aircraft Operate Into Nice?
Light and midsize jets
Commonly operated into Nice.
Super midsize and heavy
Commonly operated into Nice; parking and slots confirmed per flight.
Long-range and VIP airliners
Operated into Nice subject to performance, parking and handling, confirmed per flight.
Runway length is not the answer
Suitability depends on aircraft, weight, weather and operator approvals—not runway length alone.
Events
Monaco Grand Prix, Yacht Show and Cannes Events
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