Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, making Nice six hours ahead of Chicago.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to NCE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ORD and NCE:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
$490 is the lowest price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Return flights start from $704. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from ORD to NCE, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from O'Hare International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Chicago to O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near ORD? If you've booked an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're arriving on a late O'Hare International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near NCE:
Pick up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car and explore Nice and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, OK Mobility and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cote D'Azur Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport to central Nice has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Nice. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Nice is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to NCE in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Nice. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice, Lyon is another favourite stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
