Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Belfast: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Belfast.
Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Belfast is one hour behind Nice.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your NCE to Belfast flight.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct Cote D'Azur Airport to Belfast ticket. Start your journey at NCE and land at Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Book your ticket with easyJet. This airline operates direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Belfast.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from NCE to Belfast. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
The journey from central Nice to NCE takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 4 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel close to NCE? If you're boarding an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Belfast, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of the departures from Cote D'Azur Airport, 74.5% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Belfast
The best price we've seen for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Belfast flight is £34. The cheapest price for a return flight is £77. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from NCE to Belfast, book your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on Cote D'Azur Airport to Belfast tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 20 miles from the centre of Belfast. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It'll take around 2 hours if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Pick up a Belfast International Airport rental car and explore Belfast and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Drivalia and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from NCE to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The centre of Belfast is around 5 miles from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Once your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Belfast has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 20 minutes.
After stepping off your NCE to Belfast flight, kick back at a hotel close to BHD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Budget, Sixt and Alamo.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
Visit Belfast in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Belfast in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Book your Cote D'Azur Airport to Belfast plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NCE to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Belfast
Start your Belfast trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Belfast, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are must-visits when exploring Belfast.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Belfast, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Journey about 220 miles south-east to Birmingham to tick off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 260 miles south-east of Belfast. No journey is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.