Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Amsterdam and Nice share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Each week, there are 42 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cote D'Azur Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, jump on the 06:15 Transavia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:35 with KLM.
To ensure you catch your AMS to NCE flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cote D'Azur Airport available through various airlines, flying to Nice (and then other corners of France) is a breeze. You can fly nonstop with:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Transavia on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating AMS to NCE flights is KLM. Its services land as planned 68.13% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cote D'Azur Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between AMS and NCE:
Luxembourg Airport
Geneve Airport
EuroAirport Swiss
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
64 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. A return flight starts at 99 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from AMS to NCE, reserve your journey ten months before your departure.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cote D'Azur Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AMS to NCE.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of all flights departing from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% land on time at their destination.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cote D'Azur Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're coming in on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cote D'Azur Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near NCE:
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 providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Cote D'Azur Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Nice. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cote D'Azur Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Nice based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Nice, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AMS to NCE sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen Nice. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Lyon is another sought-after destination in France and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. No journey is complete without a visit to Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
