Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, making Nice one hour behind Athens.
Every week, there are eight Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, go for the 09:10 Aegean Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:50 with Air France.
Leave enough time to make your ATH to NCE flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can fly nonstop to Nice, France. Jet off with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport:
Aegean Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Aegean Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for ATH to NCE flights, with 95.65% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ATH and NCE include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Mikonos Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight is 35 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 70 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from ATH to NCE, book your trip eight months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ATH to NCE.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of the flights that depart from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel close to ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Consider booking a hotel close to NCE if you're catching a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and see more of Nice and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cote D'Azur Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Nice. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Nice based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport for August if you'd like to go to Nice during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ATH to NCE in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Nice is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres west of Nice, a trip to Marseille will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in France, consider Lyon, about 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are among the biggest draws.
