Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Barcelona and Nice are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Every week, there are 86 Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 07:00 Vueling flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 21:15 with Vueling.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BCN to NCE flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
EasyJet is your gateway to exploring Nice (and maybe even some other exciting parts of France!). Check out the direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is easyJet.
With an impressive 81.03% of services arriving as scheduled, Vueling is the most punctual carrier for BCN to NCE flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. These are the top stopovers between BCN and NCE:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Geneve Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Right now, R 360 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 849. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from BCN to NCE, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of the flights that depart from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from central Barcelona, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BCN:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're arriving on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near NCE:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and explore beyond Nice's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Cote D'Azur Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport to the centre of Nice has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Nice in January.
Before locking in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about the kind 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 BCN to NCE in February if you'd rather travel during 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 places in France waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Nice. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Lyon is another must-experience destination in France and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. No journey is complete without seeing Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
