Flying from Sao Paulo to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is 4 hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sao Paulo to NCE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Sao Paulo to NCE. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU is around 26 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Cote D'Azur Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Sao Paulo to Cote D'Azur Airport, browse these options when departing from Viracopos Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
With public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in about 3 hours and 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 97 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Sao Paulo to NCE? Check in to a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your break officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Consider booking a hotel near NCE if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo to Cote D'Azur Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Nice. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 13 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Book a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Cote D'Azur Airport from $688 or travel return from just $1,255. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to NCE, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Nice. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Book your flight from Sao Paulo to NCE for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nice to range from 17ºC to 30ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Cote D'Azur Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nice
After locking in your flight from Sao Paulo to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nice:
Promenade Des Anglais and Castle Hill are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Nice to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Matisse Museum.
Complete your Nice trip with a car rental
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