Travelling from Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 50 minutes.
Bastia - Corsica and Nice share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from BIA to NCE start at 07:30 — the first with Air Corsica. The last service of the day is at 18:50 with Air Corsica. In total, you can take your pick of 30 weekly Bastia Poretta Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BIA to NCE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Getting to Nice (and then discovering more of France!) is a cinch with Air Corsica. This popular airline has direct flights from Bastia Poretta Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air Corsica.
Air Corsica ranks as the leading on-time carrier for BIA to NCE flights, with 88.71% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bastia Poretta Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between BIA and NCE:
Paris Orly Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Luxembourg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bastia Poretta Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight is £69. A return plane ticket is currently £134. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from BIA to NCE, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bastia Poretta Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BIA to NCE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bastia Poretta Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA)
Bastia Poretta Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 84.36% of flights that depart BIA land on time.
Central Bastia - Corsica to Bastia Poretta Airport is approximately 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near BIA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Reserve a hotel near NCE if you're on a late Bastia Poretta Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 top outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Cote D'Azur Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is roughly 5 miles from the centre of Nice. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Nice. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Nice, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BIA to NCE in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Nice. Around 100 miles away to the west, its best attractions include Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Around 190 miles north-west of Nice, Lyon is another favourite stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.