Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles is 8 hours behind Nice, where Cote D'Azur Airport is located. Los Angeles operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from NCE to Los Angeles, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from NCE to Los Angeles. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will require an ETA if you have a passport from France. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles.
The journey from central Nice to NCE takes around 42 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 13 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to NCE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Los Angeles
248 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles. Return flights start from 482 €. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NCE to Los Angeles if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the centre of Los Angeles takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 54 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Once your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 34 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from NCE to Los Angeles:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Los Angeles, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Book your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from NCE to Los Angeles sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.
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