Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Nice Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Nice nine hours ahead of San Diego.
To ensure you catch your SAN to NCE flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Nice Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SAN and NCE include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Nice Airport (NCE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Nice Airport flight is $574. A return ticket is currently $1,365. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SAN to NCE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport to Nice Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SAN to NCE.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Nice Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
Of the flights that depart from San Diego International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SAN. Whether you have an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Nice Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Nice Airport (NCE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Diego International Airport to Nice Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Pick up 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.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Nice Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Nice Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Nice Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Nice. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Nice Airport (NCE)
July is the busiest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Nice Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Nice in March.
Book your flight from San Diego International Airport to Nice Airport for August if you want to go to Nice during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAN to NCE in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Nice, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey about 306 kilometres north-west to Lyon to tick off its top attractions. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 161 kilometres west of Nice, Marseille is another favourite 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.