Travelling from Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your journey from in Shanghai. Check out your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when searching for a flight from Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE).
Nice is seven hours behind Shanghai. Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Shanghai to NCE.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to NCE departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
To reach PVG from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Driving from central Shanghai to SHA generally takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kilometres.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your Shanghai to NCE flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 85.58% of them arriving as planned.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near NCE:
Travel at your own speed with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and find adventure across Nice and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport flight.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Central Nice is roughly 6 kilometres from Cote D'Azur Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
C$501 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport. A return flight starts at C$933. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Shanghai to NCE if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Affordable Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE). July is when most people travel to Nice. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
When booking your Shanghai to NCE flight 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). Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Cote D'Azur Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Nice
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai 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:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Nice when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Mission Promenade des Anglais followed by Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.
Explore more of France
Nice has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of France you'll want to see. About 153 kilometres west of Nice, a trip to Marseille will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
Lyon is another must-experience destination in France and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. No trip is complete without a visit to Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.