Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the popular stopovers between MEL and NCE:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from MEL to NCE, check if you need a visa to enter France. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated frequently. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
C$664 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. A return flight starts from C$1,637. These prices can change depending on demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap flight tickets from MEL to NCE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time searching for cheap flight tickets from MEL to NCE every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 42 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MEL:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Reserve a hotel near NCE if you're on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Select 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 central Nice. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 13 minutes.
Traveling on public transport typically takes 42 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Nice in February.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport for August if you'd like to go to Nice during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from MEL to NCE in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Nice
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the top stays in Nice right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from MEL to NCE:
Promenade Des Anglais and Castle Hill are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Nice to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Matisse Museum.
Complete your Nice trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Cote D'Azur Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Nice trip.
