Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Toronto: what you need to know
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is five hours behind Nice, where Cote D'Azur Airport is located.
To avoid missing your NCE to Toronto flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from NCE to Toronto, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Nice, NCE can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near NCE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Toronto or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to Cote D'Azur Airport's on-time performance, 74.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Toronto
The best price we've found for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Toronto flight is R 4,729. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,369. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from NCE to Toronto, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Toronto and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Pearson International Airport about three weeks before your flight from NCE to Toronto can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Toronto has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
The journey will take about 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near YTZ. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your NCE to Toronto flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Hertz, National and Avis make picking up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from YTZ one week in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is around 105 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Toronto.
If you use public transport, the journey time is about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by checking in to a hotel near YKF after your NCE to Toronto flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Whether you'd like a mini for a solo escape or a roomy SUV to fit the family, you'll find the perfect Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the range of wheels available here from names such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from YKF a few weeks ahead of your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Toronto. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Toronto
Plan your trip to Toronto during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Toronto in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Cote D'Azur Airport to Toronto flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NCE to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Toronto:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are essential stops on your Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Toronto, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to check off its leading attractions. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.