Travelling from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik International Airport (KEF), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE).
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport flight.
Nice is one hour ahead of Reykjavik. Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Reykjavik to NCE.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
You can hop on a direct flight from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) leaving from Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
When departing from KEF, you can catch a direct flight from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport with Icelandair.
Icelandair is the airline most travellers choose for flights from KEF to NCE.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Reykjavik to NCE with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Keflavik International Airport (KEF), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between KEF and NCE include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Travelling from central Reykjavik to KEF takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Keflavik International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Keflavik International Airport, data shows 66.96% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
RKV is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Reykjavik International Airport the day before your Reykjavik to NCE flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Reykjavik International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.1%.
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo to explore Nice and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport flight.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport to the centre of Nice is about 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
R 1,514 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport. Return flights start from R 3,316. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Reykjavik to NCE. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Reykjavik to NCE.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport.
The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE). July is the peak month for travel to Nice. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in February.
When booking your Reykjavik to NCE plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
February has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Nice
Start your Nice trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Reykjavik to Cote D'Azur Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are leading attractions which should be on every Nice itinerary.
Explore more of France
Nice will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be discovered. About 153 kilometres west of Nice, a visit to Marseille will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice, Lyon is another favourite stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.
