Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Nice Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Nice Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Milan and Nice follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your MXP to NCE flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Gulf Air is your gateway to exploring Nice (and perhaps some other exciting corners of France!). Browse the direct flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Nice Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Gulf Air on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Nice Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MXP and NCE:
Zurich Airport
Geneva Airport
Olbia Airport
Handy information about Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Of the departures from Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Milan Malpensa Airport from central Milan, it takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MXP? If you're boarding an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Nice Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Nice Airport (NCE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Milan Malpensa Airport to Nice Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Grab a Nice Airport rental car and explore Nice and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, OK Mobility and Alamo are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Nice Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Nice Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Nice Airport to the centre of Nice has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Nice Airport (NCE)
The quietest month for a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Nice Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Nice based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Nice is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Nice Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MXP to NCE around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of France
You've visited Nice, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Travel around 306 kilometres north-west to Lyon to check off its popular sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Marseille is another must-experience destination in France and is around 161 kilometres west of Nice. No journey is complete without visiting Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.