Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Rome: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 14 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rome.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Nice (the location of Cote D'Azur Airport).
The most popular route is from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Take your pick of 47 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from NCE to FCO is the 06:15 ITA Airways service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 22:20 with Wizz Air Malta.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from NCE to Rome.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Rome are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll arrive.
You'll find a good selection of airlines that offer direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rome, such as:
We make it a cinch to book a flight from NCE to Rome that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK)
Stansted Airport (STN)
You won't need a visa for Italy if you hold a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before organizing your flight tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rome, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
The journey from central Nice to NCE takes about 42 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 13 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near NCE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Rome
C$33 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rome. A return flight starts from C$75. These fares may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from NCE to Rome, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rome is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes around 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 51 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rome. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is approximately 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). After your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rome has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 42 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes.
After your flight from NCE to Rome, rest your head at a hotel close to CIA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rome while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Rome, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rome in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from NCE to Rome sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rome, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are leading attractions which should be on any good Rome itinerary.
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