Travelling from Melbourne to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) leaving from here.
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is 10 hours behind Melbourne. Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice.
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 like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from Melbourne to NCE leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
From central Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Cote D'Azur Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Cote D'Azur Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near NCE:
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Nice. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 13 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Cote D'Azur Airport from C$829 or travel return from just C$1,716. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to get flight tickets from Melbourne to NCE. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a wider choice of flight times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne to Cote D'Azur Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Nice. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Melbourne 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.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Cote D'Azur Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Nice
After locking in your flight from Melbourne to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nice:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Promenade Des Anglais, Castle Hill and Matisse Museum are must-do's during your Nice adventure.
Complete your Nice trip with a car rental
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