Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Riyadh.
Your RUH to NCE flight won't wait if you're running 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 bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Nice (and then seeing more of France!) is a snap with Saudia. This popular carrier has direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Saudia.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RUH and NCE include:
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight is R 2,016. A round-trip ticket right now is R 4,719. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from RUH to NCE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from RUH to NCE.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights departing from King Khaled International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of RUH.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to RUH:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to NCE if you're on a late King Khaled International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your 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.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Cote D'Azur Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Nice. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
July is the busiest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Nice in January.
When booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Nice, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to NCE in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
You've done Nice, now it's time to discover more of France. Travel about 161 kilometres west to Marseille to tick off its leading attractions. From Old Port of Marseille to Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Lyon is another well-known destination in France and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. No trip is complete without experiencing Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.