Flying from Sainte Catherine Airport (CLY) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sainte Catherine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 40 minutes.
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Calvi.
Each week, there are ten Sainte Catherine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, jump on the 08:30 Air Corsica flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 17:00 with Air Corsica.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your CLY to NCE flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Nice (and then discovering more of France!) is a snap with Air Corsica. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sainte Catherine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Air Corsica on this route.
Air Corsica is the most punctual carrier that offers CLY to NCE flights. A reliable 95.16% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sainte Catherine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLY and NCE:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
EuroAirport Swiss
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sainte Catherine Airport (CLY) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sainte Catherine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight is R 1,601. A return fare right now is R 4,065. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from CLY to NCE by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sainte Catherine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sainte Catherine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about Sainte Catherine Airport (CLY)
Sainte Catherine Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from CLY arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.52% of the time.
To get to Sainte Catherine Airport from central Calvi, it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CLY? If you're catching an early flight from Sainte Catherine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Consider booking a hotel close to NCE if you're catching a late Sainte Catherine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and venture far and wide through Nice and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cote D'Azur Airport around one week ahead.
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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The quietest month for a flight from Sainte Catherine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Nice based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Sainte Catherine 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 CLY to NCE in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Nice is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres west of Nice, a trip to Marseille will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice, Lyon is another essential stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
