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Avignon Caumont airport

Avignon, France

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Avignon Caumont airport

Avignon, France

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LFMV

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124 ft

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Regional gateway serving Provence and the Rhône Valley.

Opened

1933

Location

Avignon, France

Avignon Caumont Airport (IATA: AVN, ICAO: LFMV) is a small regional airport located approximately 8 kilometres southeast of Avignon in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southern France. It primarily handles charter and seasonal flights, serving tourists visiting the historic city of Avignon, the Luberon, and surrounding Provençal countryside. The airport has limited scheduled service and operates on a relatively modest scale compared to larger regional airports in France. It has historically seen seasonal upticks in traffic, particularly during the summer months and around the famous Avignon Festival. Marseille Provence Airport serves as the main alternative for travellers seeking fuller connectivity in the region.

Terminals

The airport features a single small terminal building handling both arrivals and departures for its low volume of passengers.

Getting to & from

Ground transport between the airport and Avignon city centre is available primarily by taxi, as public bus connections are limited.

Airlines here

The airport has hosted seasonal charter and low-cost operations; regular scheduled service is very limited and has historically included operators such as Chalair Aviation.

Notable facts

›The airport is named after the nearby commune of Caumont-sur-Durance.
›Avignon itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the historic Palais des Papes.
›The airfield has been used for both civil and general aviation purposes.
›The annual Avignon Festival, one of Europe's largest performing arts events, draws visitors who may use the airport.
›Marseille Provence Airport, roughly 80 km away, offers far more extensive commercial connections for the region.

Official website Wikipedia

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Gateway to Provence's historic heart, lavender fields, and Roman heritage

Avignon Caumont Airport is a small regional airport serving the city of Avignon in southern France's Provence region. It handles limited scheduled and charter traffic, primarily connecting the area to the UK and other European destinations during seasonal periods. The airport plays a modest but important role in supporting tourism to a UNESCO World Heritage city famed for its medieval Palais des Papes and famous Pont d'Avignon.

Terminals

Main Terminal — A single compact terminal building handling all passenger arrivals, departures, and basic amenities.

Ground Transport

Taxi services available outside the terminal
Car rental desks available at the airport (major brands)
Shuttle bus connections to Avignon city centre
Private transfer services bookable in advance

Nearby Hotels

Novotel Avignon Sud
Ibis Avignon Sud
Hôtel de l'Horloge (city centre)
Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes

Dining

The airport terminal offers a small café and basic refreshment facilities given its compact size. A wider range of dining options, including traditional Provençal cuisine and local wine bars, is available in Avignon city centre approximately 8 kilometres away.

Traveller Tips

Pre-book a taxi or transfer as the airport has limited on-demand transport options, especially for late arrivals.
The airport is seasonal for many routes — verify your flight's operating period well in advance.
Avignon city centre is about 15–20 minutes by car; factor this into connection timing.
TGV high-speed trains from Avignon TGV station offer an alternative way to reach major French cities if your plans change.

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Routes

AVN → LIGCE · ATR

AVN → AJACE · ATR

Aircraft operating here

Aerospatiale/Alenia ATR 42-6002 routes

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