Travelling from Melbourne to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
Nice is ten hours behind Melbourne. Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is located in Nice, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to NCE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to NCE departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights complete their journey on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to NCE flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
About Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Nice 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 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and explore beyond Nice's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
From Nice Cote d'Azur Airport, central Nice is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is $1,031. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,620. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to NCE. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE). Visit Nice in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Melbourne to NCE plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nice to range from 17ºC to 30ºC.
February sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nice
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Nice right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Vieux-Nice, Mission Promenade des Anglais and Promenade Des Anglais are essential stops on your Nice itinerary.
Explore more of France
Nice has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be explored. About 153 kilometres west of Nice, a visit to Marseille will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.
If you're looking to explore another corner of France, consider Lyon, roughly 306 kilometres northwest of Nice. Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon are key highlights.