Traveling from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
A direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Airport takes on average 2 hours 40 minutes. The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, making it 1 hour behind Nice.
Every week, there are 3 flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, go for the 06:10 easyJet flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight from NCE to EDI is 22:15 with easyJet.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Edinburgh (and discovering more of United Kingdom!) is straightforward with easyJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between NCE and EDI include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Gatwick Airport
London Heathrow Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter United Kingdom, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from NCE to EDI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Airport is C$65. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$137. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from NCE to EDI by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from NCE to EDI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Cote D'Azur Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Nice. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 13 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 42 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near NCE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Reserve a hotel close to EDI if you're on a late flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Edinburgh in February.
When reserving your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from NCE to EDI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Edinburgh
After booking your flights from NCE to EDI, you'll need to find a place to stay in Edinburgh. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Edinburgh must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Scotland.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Edinburgh Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Edinburgh.