Flying from Ottawa to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) departing from here.
Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Ottawa.
Your flight from Ottawa to NCE won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
From central Ottawa, YOW is approximately 13 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
After a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ottawa to Cote D'Azur Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa to Cote D'Azur Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near NCE:
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.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Cote D'Azur Airport from C$409 or travel return from just C$804. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to lock in flight tickets from Ottawa to NCE. You're more likely to bag a bargain and enjoy a larger selection of flight times and dates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Ottawa to Cote D'Azur Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
February is the quietest time to fly to Nice. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Cote D'Azur Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Schedule your flight from Ottawa to NCE for August if you're eager to explore 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 Ottawa to Cote D'Azur Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Nice
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Nice right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Cote D'Azur Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Promenade Des Anglais, Castle Hill and Matisse Museum are highlights which should feature on any good Nice itinerary.
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