Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Melbourne.
Your MEL to NCE flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MEL and NCE:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight is R 7,440. A round-trip fare is currently R 15,854. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to NCE if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MEL to NCE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine 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 Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're coming in on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near NCE:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Nice and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cote D'Azur Airport around 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 about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Nice. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Nice is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from MEL 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 has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of France you should also see. About 161 kilometres west of Nice, a visit to Marseille will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Lyon is another well-known destination in France and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. No trip is complete without seeing Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.