Flying from San Diego to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
Nice is nine hours ahead of San Diego. Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is located in Nice, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from San Diego to NCE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
With more travellers during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from San Diego to NCE with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SAN and NCE include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kms (3 miles) in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Diego to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
SAN's address is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
The distance from San Diego's city centre to CLD is roughly 48 kms (30 miles). Consider the available transport options and potential delays when working out the fastest way to get to the airport.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to NCE flight:
The majority of flights that leave McClellan-Palomar Airport make it to their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 88%.
About Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
Reserve a hotel close to NCE if you're catching a late flight from San Diego to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport. Check in to one of these options and call it a night faster:
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your San Diego to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Central Nice is around 6 kms (4 miles) from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
£252 is the best price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport. A return flight starts at £591. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from San Diego to NCE if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest San Diego to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from San Diego to NCE.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to visit Nice. July is when most people book flights from San Diego to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your San Diego to NCE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 2ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nice
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Nice right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from San Diego to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Vieux-Nice, Promenade Des Anglais and Plage de Nice are top sights which should be on any good Nice itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've visited Nice, now it's time to explore more of France. Travel around 306 kms (190 miles) northwest to Lyon to tick off its leading attractions. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kms (95 miles) 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.
