Business Class Flights to Carcassonne, France

Many of the visitors who fly to Carcassonne come to the city to see its ancient walls and fortress, which date back to the 5th century. The fortress and citadel were named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997 because they are remarkably well-preserved for their age. Between the cobblestone streets and still-standing stone structures, as well as the archaeological remains, the classic city of Carcassonne is one that has seen influences from a variety of civilizations, empires, and cultures. Some of the oldest finds date the city before even the time of the Romans, and there are influences of the Franks, Visigoths, Umayyad, Gauls, and more.

Visitors who fly to Carcassonne also often visit the Cathedral of Saint Michael of Carcassonne. The church, built in the 13th century, is a French National Monument.

For tourists who fly to Carcassonne and are interested in this history, the Château Comtal (also known as the Count’s Castle) is the perfect stop to take in the culture and significance of the city. Inside its well-preserved medieval walls is a museum that allows inquisitive visitors to walk the ramparts, explore the courtyard, and see some of the statues and sculptures that give a glimpse into the past.

Where there is the fun and interesting side of history, there is also the darkness. Many who fly to Carcassonne take a few hours to visit the Musee de L'Inquisition (Museum of the Inquisition). This museum encapsulates two buildings, one that details many of the devices and apparatuses used for torture during this dark period of history and the other that shows how they were used. The museum is a mix of real-life artifacts and recreations with mannequins.

For visitors looking to explore outside of the city of Carcassonne on their visit, the Gorges de Galamus is one of the most breathtaking hikes in the nearby area. This gorge offers narrow paths around the cliffs that take visitors down and around the area. Along with taking in the natural beauty of the trees and landscaping, there is also a hermitage, which contains benches and allows for silent meditation and prayer.

Some flights to Carcassonne, France, arrive at Carcassonne International Airport (CCF), located about three miles from Carcassonne’s city center. The small airport handles about 415,000 passengers each year and mainly serves flights from the United Kingdom, Ireland, Portugal, Italy, and Belgium.

Travelers looking to book direct flights to Carcassonne can choose to fly to Marseille Provence International Airport (MRS) in nearby Marseille. This large airport serves about 10.8 million passengers each year and offers flights to Carcassonne from cities around the world.

Those looking for cheap flights to Carcassonne should compare airfare prices for flights arriving at both airports.

Notable people with ties to Carcassonne include computer scientist Alain Colmerauer, the inventor of the programming language Prolog; 19th-century sculptor Théophile Barrau; and pop singer Olivia Ruiz.