About flights from Nice (NCE)
Côte d'Azur Airport sits right on the edge of the Mediterranean — and honestly, that alone should tell you something. You're landing somewhere special. With 134 direct routes across 48 countries, NCE punches way above its weight for a regional airport. I was genuinely surprised the first time I checked flights out of here — it's not just sun-seekers heading to Paris. You've got serious international reach from a city most people associate with rosé and beach clubs.
Quick stats for NCE
- Direct destinations: 134
- Countries served: 48
- Continents reached: 4 of 6
- Average flight distance: 1,605 km
- Longest non-stop: Atlanta (ATL) — 7,626 km (~9h 32m)
- Shortest non-stop: Monte Carlo (MCM) — 19 km (~1 min)
- Reach score: 82/99
Why fly to Nice?
France dominates the route map with 19 domestic connections, but the real story is how far you can stretch from here. The UK clocks in at 13 routes — great for British travelers who want the Riviera without a layover. Spain and Italy each offer 9 routes, which makes spontaneous long weekends almost too easy. Then there's the wild card: a direct flight all the way to Atlanta, covering 7,626 km. That's not a route you'd expect from a coastal French airport. And at the other extreme? Monte Carlo is technically a 19 km hop by helicopter. The airport earns a reach score of 82 out of 99, which in plain terms means you're not stuck hunting for connections.
Longest non-stop flights from NCE
The furthest destinations you can reach non-stop from Nice:
- Atlanta, USA (ATL) — 7,626 km, approximately 9h 32m
- Dulles, USA (IAD) — 6,771 km, approximately 8h 28m
- Philadelphia, USA (PHL) — 6,556 km, approximately 8h 12m
- New York, USA (EWR) — 6,432 km, approximately 8h 2m
- New York, USA (JFK) — 6,406 km, approximately 8h
Short-haul flights from NCE
Quick getaway options with the shortest flights from Nice:
- Monte Carlo, Monaco (MCM) — 19 km, approximately 1 min
- Saint Tropez, France (LTT) — 77 km, approximately 6 min
- Calvi, France (CLY) — 180 km, approximately 14 min
- Bastia, France (BIA) — 222 km, approximately 17 min
- Ajaccio, France (AJA) — 233 km, approximately 17 min
Top countries by direct connections from NCE
Cote D Azur Airport connects to 48 countries. Here are the most served:
- France — 19 destinations (Ajaccio, Basel, Switzerland/Mulhouse, Bastia, Biarritz and 15 more)
- United Kingdom — 13 destinations (Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh and 9 more)
- Spain — 9 destinations (Alicante, Barcelona, Ibiza, Madrid and 5 more)
- Italy — 9 destinations (Bari, Cagliari, Florence, Milan and 5 more)
- Germany — 8 destinations (Berlin, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt and 4 more)
- USA — 6 destinations (Atlanta, Boston, Dulles, New York and 2 more)
- Norway — 5 destinations (Bergen, Oslo, Sandefjord, Stavanger and 1 more)
- Morocco — 4 destinations (Agadir, Casablanca, Marrakech, Rabat)
Where to fly from Nice
Flights to France
Nice has 19 direct routes to France:
- Saint Tropez (LTT) — 77 km
- Calvi (CLY) — 180 km
- Bastia (BIA) — 222 km
- Ajaccio (AJA) — 233 km
- Lyon (LYS) — 284 km
- Figari (FSC) — 286 km
- ...and 13 more destinations
Flights to United Kingdom
Nice has 13 direct routes to United Kingdom:
- London (LGW) — 1,000 km
- London (LCY) — 1,023 km
- London (LHR) — 1,040 km
- London (STN) — 1,051 km
- London (LTN) — 1,074 km
- Bristol (BRS) — 1,135 km
- ...and 7 more destinations
Flights to Spain
Nice has 9 direct routes to Spain:
- Menorca (MAH) — 489 km
- Barcelona (BCN) — 495 km
- Palma de Mallorca (PMI) — 589 km
- Ibiza (IBZ) — 721 km
- Alicante (ALC) — 883 km
- Madrid (MAD) — 955 km
- ...and 3 more destinations
Tips for travelers at NCE
The airport is only about 6 km from Nice city centre, so getting there is genuinely painless. Tram line 2 runs directly to both terminals — cheap, frequent, and you won't be wrestling a suitcase onto a bus. Summer is peak season on the Riviera, so book early if you're flying July or August. Fares spike fast. Don't sleep on shoulder season either — flying in May or October means fewer crowds, lower prices, and the weather's still gorgeous. Check which terminal your airline uses before you go, because T1 and T2 aren't connected landside.
Airlines operating from NCE
The following airlines offer non-stop flights from Cote D Azur Airport:
3F, 5F, A2, A3, A9, AA, AC, AF, AH, AT, AY, AZ, B0, BA, BJ, BT, CE, D8, DL, DY, EI, EK, EW, EY, FI, FR, GF, HV, IB, JU, KL, KU, LG, LH, LO, LS, LX, LY, ME, OS, PC, PI, QR, QS, RO, SK, SN, SV, T7, TK, TO, TP, TS, TU, U2, U5, UA, V7, VY, W2, W4, W6, WF, XK
Frequently asked questions about flying to Nice
What's the best way to get from Nice Airport to the city center?
You can take the T2 tram line directly to the city center for just €10, which takes about 30 minutes, or grab a taxi for around €30-40 depending on traffic and time of day.
What's the best time to fly to or from Nice?
Late spring (May-June) and early fall (September-October) offer the best weather and fewer crowds than peak summer, plus you'll find better prices than July-August.
How many destinations can I reach directly from Nice Airport?
You can fly non-stop to 134 different destinations from Nice, giving you excellent connectivity across Europe, the Mediterranean, and beyond without needing to change planes.
Do I need a visa to enter France through Nice Airport?
If you're from the EU, US, Canada, Australia, or most other developed countries, you typically don't need a visa for stays under 90 days, but always check the latest requirements before traveling.
Any practical tips for Nice Airport?
The airport is quite compact and easy to get through, but arrive early during summer peak season as it gets busy—plus, free WiFi is available throughout the terminals.
Is flying into Nice expensive compared to other nearby airports?
Nice is generally competitively priced, though you might find cheaper flights to larger hubs like Paris or Lyon, but the convenience of arriving on the Côte d'Azur often makes it worth the extra cost.
Plan your trip from Nice
Browse the complete list of 134 destinations below to find your next flight from Cote D Azur Airport. Each route page includes distance, estimated flight time, and airline information to help you plan your trip.