Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Nice one hour behind Cape Town.
Your CPT to NCE flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between CPT and NCE:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight is $500. A return ticket is currently $1,007. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from CPT to NCE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CPT to NCE.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that take off from CPT arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CPT:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you have a late Cape Town International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near NCE:
Follow your own route with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and discover more of Nice and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cote D'Azur Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
From Cote D'Azur Airport, Nice is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Nice based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Nice, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CPT to NCE in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Nice. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice, Lyon is another essential stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
