Carcassonne Airport
Carcassonne Salvaza Airport is the main air gateway for Carcassonne in southern France, offering a compact and straightforward arrival point for visitors heading to the city’s medieval citadel, surrounding vineyards, and the wider Aude region. Identified as CCF and LFMK, it is classed as a medium airport, but for most travellers it feels manageable rather than overwhelming, which can make arrivals and departures less stressful than at larger hubs.
About Carcassonne Airport
Carcassonne Salvaza Airport is the main air gateway for Carcassonne in southern France, offering a compact and straightforward arrival point for visitors heading to the city’s medieval citadel, surrounding vineyards, and the wider Aude region. Identified as CCF and LFMK, it is classed as a medium airport, but for most travellers it feels manageable rather than overwhelming, which can make arrivals and departures less stressful than at larger hubs.
Overview
Carcassonne Salvaza Airport is the main air gateway for Carcassonne in southern France, offering a compact and straightforward arrival point for visitors heading to the city’s medieval citadel, surrounding vineyards, and the wider Aude region. Identified as CCF and LFMK, it is classed as a medium airport, but for most travellers it feels manageable rather than overwhelming, which can make arrivals and departures less stressful than at larger hubs.
What travellers should know
- Serves Carcassonne, France, with a small-scale layout that is usually easy to navigate
- Operates in the Europe/Paris time zone, so plan check-in, transfers, and onward bookings accordingly
- Sits at an elevation of 433 ft (132 m), with a single lighted asphalt runway, 09/27
- Runway length is 6726 ft, supporting regular passenger operations while keeping the airport compact
- Official airport information is available at https://www.aeroport-carcassonne.com/
On arrival
For travellers, the biggest advantage of Carcassonne Salvaza Airport is convenience: it places you close to one of France’s most distinctive historic destinations without the long transfer times often associated with bigger regional airports. That makes it especially practical for short breaks, road trips, and leisurely holidays built around the old city, canal scenery, and nearby countryside. Because the airport is relatively small, it is wise to confirm transport options in advance, especially if you are arriving late or travelling onward beyond Carcassonne itself.
Why it suits a city break
This airport works particularly well for visitors who value simplicity. A single-runway airport with a clear identity and direct connection to Carcassonne gives travellers a calmer start to their trip, whether they are visiting for history, food, or a relaxed base in Occitanie. It is less about extensive facilities and more about easy access, quick orientation, and getting you into the region with minimal fuss.
Routes
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Nearby airports
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FAQ
Carcassonne Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Carcassonne Airport is located in Carcassonne, France (Europe), at coordinates 43.220°, 2.320°.
- Its IATA code is CCF and its ICAO code is LFMK.
- Carcassonne Airport serves Carcassonne, France. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Carcassonne Airport operates on Europe/Paris local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Carcassonne Airport sits at latitude 43.220° and longitude 2.320°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from CCF. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for CCF is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from CCF on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Route de Montréal, Carcassonne, Occitanie, 11000, France, the phone number is +33 820 67 34 11, the official website is http://www.aeroport-carcassonne.com/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in France. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.