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Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Nice

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Nice flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Nice

Edinburgh to Nice: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Nice below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Nice.

Edinburgh to Nice: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 844
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Nice: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Nice is R 1,626. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Nice.
easyJet flies direct from Edinburgh to Nice.
As of September 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Nice.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Nice is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Nice Airport on Friday, 30 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 42 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nice but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nice is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nice.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.

  • Nice's timezone is UTC+1, making Nice one hour ahead of Edinburgh.

  • Every week, there are three Edinburgh Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, take the 06:10 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 18:40 with easyJet.

  • To ensure you get on your EDI to NCE flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • EasyJet is your gateway to exploring Nice (and maybe even some other great parts of France!). Check out the direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is easyJet.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between EDI and NCE:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)

  • R 842 is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,630. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from EDI to NCE.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EDI to NCE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)

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 by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Nice in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from EDI to NCE in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of France

  • Nice has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres west of Nice, a visit to Marseille will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.

  • Lyon is another essential stop in France and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. No journey is complete without a visit to Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.

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