Air France Surge in Full Force for the Final Days of Paris 2024 Olympics

Air France teams are fully mobilized as the Paris 2024 Olympic Games approach their closing ceremony, preparing to manage the critical weekend of the world's biggest sporting event, where the airline proudly serves as an official partner.

Throughout the competition, Air France has transported over 10,000 accredited guests, including athletes, delegations, and media, representing more than 150 nationalities. With more than one in three accredited guests arriving in Paris by air choosing Air France, the airline has solidified its position as the leading carrier for Olympic participants.

Miniature Airport Opens in Olympic Village to Facilitate Athlete Departures

The busiest day for departures is anticipated to be Monday, August 12th, 2024. On this day, Air France plans to transport nearly 3,000 delegates aboard 280 flights. With a total of 120,000 customers expected, the day’s traffic will resemble that of a major weekend departure rush—an extraordinary volume for a Monday.

To ensure a smooth experience for all travelers, whether they are connected to the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games or not, Air France has implemented a specialized system at the heart of the Olympic and Paralympic Village. This system is designed specifically for athletes and delegations.

For three days, from August 10th to 12th, more than 125 Air France customer service agents will be stationed at the Olympic Village to manage the check-in process for athletes and delegations flying with Air France and its partner airlines. This process will take place in a dedicated area that essentially functions as a miniature airport. Here, athletes’ luggage will be checked in a day before departure, securely transported to Paris-Charles de Gaulle, and stored until it is ready to be loaded onto the aircraft. On average, each Olympic athlete travels with four pieces of luggage, including oversized items such as kayaks, vaulting poles, gymnastics hoops, and racing bikes.