Wednesday 23 Sept
Opening Day
The show opens to trade and invited guests. First-viewing appointments for the most in-demand yachts—serious buyers arrive Tuesday evening or early Wednesday.
23–26 September 2026 · Port Hercule
Monaco Yacht Show 2026 Private Jet Charter
The world's premier superyacht event—and the week Nice Airport fills with the industry's private jets. We secure your aircraft, your Nice slot, and your helicopter into the Principality, so your schedule stays yours between viewings, negotiations, and evening receptions.
Show Dates
23–26 September 2026
Location
Port Hercule, Monaco
Primary Airport
Nice Côte d'Azur (LFMN)
Helicopter Transfer
7 minutes · €150–€700+
Why fly private
The show compresses a season of deals into four days
The Yacht Show concentrates over 100 superyachts and the people who buy, sell, and charter them into one port. Viewing slots are scheduled back-to-back, and the conversations that matter happen at private dinners and onboard receptions that run late.
Commercial flight schedules do not align with this rhythm. A delayed arrival means missing a viewing slot that took weeks to arrange; an early departure means leaving before the evening events where deals actually close. Private jet charter lets you arrive the morning of your first viewing and leave after your last dinner.
The constraint is Nice airport slots. During show week, Nice becomes one of the busiest business aviation airports in Europe—parking and handling slots are the bottleneck, not runway capacity. Operators with based aircraft at Nice hold the advantage; for everyone else, early slot confirmation is what separates a confirmed trip from a hopeful one.
Show schedule
Four days in Port Hercule
Thursday 24 Sept
Broker & Buyer Day
Peak day for yacht viewings and negotiations. The densest schedule of onboard appointments, broker meetings, and evening receptions across Port Hercule.
Friday 25 Sept
Show Continues
Viewings continue alongside the show's social programme—private dinners, brand events, and parties on the yachts and terraces around the port.
Saturday 26 Sept
Closing Day
Final day of the show. Departures begin Saturday evening, with Sunday morning departures for those extending into a Riviera weekend.
2026 pricing
Charter costs by route and aircraft category
Yacht Show week carries a moderate demand premium over standard rates. All estimates are for one-way flights during the show period (23–26 September). Empty legs and flexible dates can reduce costs significantly.
| Route | Light Jet | Midsize Jet | Heavy Jet | Flight Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London → Monaco | €9,000–€16,000 | €16,000–€30,000 | €35,000–€55,000 | 1h 50m |
| Paris → Monaco | €7,000–€12,000 | €14,000–€24,000 | €30,000–€45,000 | 1h 20m |
| Geneva → Monaco | €6,000–€10,000 | €12,000–€20,000 | €25,000–€40,000 | 55m |
| Dubai → Monaco | — | €45,000–€60,000 | €55,000–€75,000 | 6h 15m |
| New York → Monaco | — | — | €80,000–€150,000 | 7h 45m |
Prices are estimates for the Yacht Show period 2026. Final pricing depends on aircraft availability, exact routing, passenger count, and catering requirements. Request a quote for a confirmed rate.
Nice to Monaco
The 7-minute helicopter transfer
From Nice Airport, the helicopter lands at Monaco Heliport in Fontvieille—a short walk or tender ride from the yachts in Port Hercule.
During show week, helicopter operators run near-continuous rotations, but seats still sell out around peak arrival windows. A scheduled shuttle costs €150–€200 per person; a private helicopter for up to six passengers runs €700 or more. Book the helicopter at the same time as your aircraft—the two reservations should be coordinated so your transfer is waiting when you land.
The alternative is a chauffeured car along the corniche—30 to 40 minutes in normal traffic, but during show week the Basse Corniche can double that. For attendees joining a yacht directly, tender transfers from the port area can be arranged through your yacht's crew or charter broker.
FAQ
Yacht Show charter, answered
When is the Monaco Yacht Show 2026?
The Monaco Yacht Show 2026 runs from Wednesday 23 September to Saturday 26 September 2026 in Port Hercule, Monaco. It is the world's leading superyacht exhibition with over 100 yachts on display.
How much does a private jet to the Monaco Yacht Show cost?
From London or Paris: €9,000–€16,000 for a light jet, €16,000–€30,000 for a midsize jet. From Dubai: €55,000–€75,000 for a large-cabin jet. Yacht Show week carries a moderate demand premium—less extreme than Grand Prix week but slots still sell out.
Which airport should I fly into for the Monaco Yacht Show?
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (LFMN/NCE) is the gateway for all Yacht Show arrivals—Monaco has no airport. From Nice, a 7-minute helicopter transfer lands at Monaco Heliport, minutes from Port Hercule. Book slots early: Nice becomes one of Europe's busiest business aviation airports during show week.
Can I still book a private jet for the Yacht Show at the last minute?
Yes, but with trade-offs. Inside 72 hours, expect 20–40% higher pricing and limited aircraft choice. The real constraint is arrival slots at Nice—confirm slot availability before paying for the aircraft. Flexibility on departure airport and aircraft category improves your options significantly.
How do I get from Nice Airport to the Yacht Show?
The fastest option is a 7-minute helicopter transfer to Monaco Heliport (€150–€200 per person scheduled, €700+ private charter), a short walk or tender ride from Port Hercule. Book it with your flight—helicopter seats sell out during show week. A chauffeured car takes 30–40 minutes but can double in show traffic.
Limited slots
Secure your Yacht Show arrival.
Nice slots and helicopter seats are the constraint during show week—not aircraft. Share your dates and we confirm the full itinerary: aircraft, slot, and transfer.