Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Seattle.
Your SEA to NCE flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SEA and NCE:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
$683 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,413. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from SEA to NCE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SEA to NCE.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Seattle to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SEA:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Reserve a hotel near NCE if you have a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car and discover Nice and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, OK Mobility and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Cote D'Azur Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Nice. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Nice based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Nice, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEA to NCE in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored after you've seen Nice. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
If you're ready to explore another side of France, head for Lyon, roughly 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are the start of reasons to visit.