Flying from Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Houston. Check out your options leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when reserving your flight from Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE).
Nice is six hours ahead of Houston. Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from Houston to NCE 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 travelling internationally.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Houston to NCE with a stopover. To explore the options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between IAH and NCE include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
78.42% of flights that take off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on time.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Work a stopover into your journey at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) leaving William P. Hobby Airport.
You can get to HOU from the centre of Houston in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Houston to NCE flight, kick back in one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport:
Most flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport land at their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Follow your own route with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and find adventure across Nice and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
The centre of Nice is about 6 kilometres from Cote D'Azur Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
$457 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport. A return flight starts from $964. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Houston to NCE, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE). July is the busiest month to visit Nice. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in a Houston to NCE plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Nice to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport in February when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Nice
Start your Nice trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Cote D'Azur Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Nice trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.
Explore more of France
You've seen Nice, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey about 153 kilometres west to Marseille to tick off its leading attractions. From Les Calanques to Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Lyon is another essential stop in France and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. No journey is complete without dropping by Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.
