Flying from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in New York. Explore your options leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) when reserving your flight from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE).
The average length of a direct New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport flight is 8 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of New York. Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is located in Nice.
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) is the most popular route, with 4 direct services every week. You can travel from JFK to NCE on Delta Air Lines's 5:45pm flight.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to NCE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) leave from this terminal.
Delta Air Lines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport taking off from JFK.
The most frequently booked airline between JFK and NCE is Delta.
With 66.67% of services arriving as scheduled, Delta is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from New York to NCE that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between JFK and NCE include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 24 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
73% of flights departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) plane ticket out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Work out whether leaving from EWR works best for your plans.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to NCE can be booked with United Airlines.
United has the largest share of bookings on the EWR to NCE route.
United is the most reliable carrier flying between Newark Liberty International Airport and Nice Cote d'Azur Airport, with 77.78% of its services arriving on schedule.
Break up your flight from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and NCE are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your New York to NCE flight? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Reserve a plane ticket from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) departing from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between LGA and NCE include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey to LGA from central New York is around 55 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of LGA is 69%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near NCE:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport flight.
Getting from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Nice. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is $359. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $574. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To snap up cheap flights from New York to NCE, book your ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE). July is the peak month for travel to Nice. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in January.
When booking your New York to NCE plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Nice
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Nice right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from New York to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport:
Your trip to Nice won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Vieux-Nice, Promenade Des Anglais and Plage de Nice.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Nice. Around 306 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Around 153 kilometres west of Nice, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.
