Travelling from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE).
Around 7 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport flight.
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is located in Nice. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is six hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Choose from 3 direct services each week between Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE). This is the most popular route, with American Airlines offering a 9pm departure from PHL to NCE.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Philadelphia to NCE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) operate out of this terminal.
When jetting out of PHL, you can catch a direct flight from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport with American Airlines.
The most frequently booked airline between PHL and NCE is American Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to NCE. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Philadelphia International Airport:
77% of flights that leave from Philadelphia International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can get to TTN from the centre of Philadelphia in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Philadelphia to NCE flight? Relax in a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
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Getting from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Central Nice is around 6 kilometres from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is $548. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,381. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from Philadelphia to NCE, book your plane ticket four months ahead of your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Nice. July is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Nice is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Book your Philadelphia to NCE plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 12ºC.
More about Nice
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Nice right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Nice when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Vieux-Nice followed by Promenade Des Anglais and Plage de Nice.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Nice. Around 306 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Around 153 kilometres west of Nice, Marseille is another essential stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.