Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Nice two hours behind Istanbul.
Each week, there are 18 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, jump on the 07:05 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 16:55 with Turkish Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your IST to NCE flight.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Nice — and maybe even more of France if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Turkish Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between IST and NCE:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
R 1,082 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,772. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IST to NCE.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Finding cheap flights from IST to NCE is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near IST:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're arriving on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near NCE:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and explore beyond Nice's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Cote D'Azur Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
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 get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Nice based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport for August if you'd like to explore Nice during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IST to NCE in February if you like 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 waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres west of Nice, a trip to Marseille will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice, Lyon is another favourite stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
