Travelling from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) departing from here.
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 47 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport.
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is 5 hours ahead of Montreal. Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice.
With 5 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) is the busiest route. Air Transat operates the earliest flight at 21:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from YUL to NCE is with Air Transat at 23:35.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Montreal to NCE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your 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 for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can book a direct flight from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) out of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
If you want to leave from YUL, you can take a direct flight from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport with Air Canada.
YUL is approximately 16 miles from the centre of Montreal. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Want a convenient hotel near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you have a late flight from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near NCE:
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 5 miles from the centre of Nice. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 13 minutes.
It'll take around 42 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport is £218. The cheapest price for a return flight is £371. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book 8 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Montreal to NCE within that timeframe.
The cheapest month for tickets from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices drop. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Montreal to NCE.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport.
The best time to fly from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Nice, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Nice is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Montreal to NCE in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport in February when temperatures average between 0ºC and 14ºC.
More about Nice
After booking your flight from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nice:
Promenade Des Anglais and Castle Hill are just two of the major attractions to add to your Nice to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Matisse Museum.
Complete your Nice trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Montreal to Cote D'Azur Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Nice and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.