Flying from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) begins with finding the best airport to jet off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
The average duration of a direct New York to Cote D'Azur Airport flight is 8 hours 10 minutes.
Nice is five hours ahead of New York. Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE). There are 4 direct services every week. Air France operates a 4:35pm departure between JFK and NCE.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from New York to NCE. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can jump on a direct flight from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Delta Air Lines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport taking off from JFK.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Delta Air Lines between JFK and NCE.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to NCE. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) plane ticket out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check if flying out of EWR makes more sense for your journey.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to NCE are offered by United Airlines.
On the EWR to NCE route, United Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Split up your flight from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and NCE are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
You can reach EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to NCE flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Book a plane ticket from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between LGA and NCE are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to Cote D'Azur Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate with time to spare:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means most of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your trip runs like clockwork.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Have a late flight from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near NCE and get cosy, quick:
Say yes to new adventures 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.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your New York to Cote D'Azur Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Nice. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport is R 3,046. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,433. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap flights from New York to NCE by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
April is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a New York to Cote D'Azur Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
February is the quietest month for flights from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Nice based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your New York to NCE plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
February sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nice
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Cote D'Azur Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nice:
Your trip to Nice wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.
Explore more of France
You've done Nice, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey around 153 kilometres west to Marseille to tick off its leading sights. From Les Calanques to Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice, Lyon is another essential stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.
