Flying from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Nice Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Alicante Airport to Nice Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Alicante.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your ALC to NCE flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Jetting into Nice (and then exploring more of France!) is a cinch with easyJet. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Alicante Airport to Nice Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is easyJet.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Alicante Airport to Nice Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ALC and NCE include:
Barcelona Airport
Zurich Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Nice Airport (NCE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Alicante Airport to Nice Airport flight is $29. A return plane ticket right now is $185. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ALC to NCE.
The cheapest month for flights from Alicante Airport to Nice Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Landing cheap flights from ALC to NCE is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Alicante Airport to Nice Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Alicante Airport (ALC)
When it comes to Alicante Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Alicante Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Alicante Airport to Nice Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near ALC:
Arriving at Nice Airport (NCE)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Alicante Airport to Nice Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Follow your own route with a Nice Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and venture far and wide through Nice and beyond.
Booking your ride from Nice Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Nice Airport (NCE) to central Nice
From Nice Airport, Nice is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Nice Airport (NCE)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Alicante Airport to Nice Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Nice. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Alicante Airport to Nice Airport for August if you'd like to go to Nice during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to NCE in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Nice. Around 306 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Around 161 kilometres west of Nice, Marseille is another essential stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.