Flying from Johannesburg to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) departing from here.
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is 1 hour behind Johannesburg. Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to NCE. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Johannesburg to NCE. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The distance from central Johannesburg to JNB is about 29 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Cote D'Azur Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Cote D'Azur Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
From Cote D'Azur Airport, Nice is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 13 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Cote D'Azur Airport from C$515 or travel return from just C$958. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for flight tickets from Johannesburg to NCE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Nice. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Schedule your flight from Johannesburg to NCE for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Nice to range from 17ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cote D'Azur Airport in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 14ºC on average.
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. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Cote D'Azur Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Promenade Des Anglais, Castle Hill and Matisse Museum are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Nice itinerary.
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