Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Orlando.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MCO to NCE flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MCO and NCE include:
Philadelphia International Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Currently, $637 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,439. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MCO to NCE, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Orlando International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MCO to NCE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Orlando International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
78.28% of flights that leave from Orlando International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Orlando International Airport from central Orlando, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MCO:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Reserve a hotel near NCE if you're taking a late Orlando International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and experience more of Nice and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cote D'Azur Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Nice. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Nice in January.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport for August if you want to go to Nice during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 30ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MCO to NCE around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Nice. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in France, consider Lyon, about 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are highlights.