Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to New York: what you need to know
Around 8 hours 17 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York.
Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 5 hours behind Nice.
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is the most popular route, with 8 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from NCE to EWR is with La Compagnie at 12:25. Opt for the first departure with United at 12:10 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from NCE to New York.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York. Begin your journey at NCE and land at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York. Book your seat with one of these:
We make it a breeze to book a flight from NCE to New York with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a passport from France, you'll need an ETA to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.
The journey from central Nice to NCE takes around 42 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 13 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near NCE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to New York
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York is 175 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 342 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NCE to New York.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to the centre of New York is about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour and 11 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Central New York is about 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). As soon as your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 48 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 20 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near JFK. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from NCE to New York at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to New York
August is the busiest month for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York. To steer clear of the crowds, visit New York in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from NCE to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are popular attractions which should feature on every New York itinerary.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in New York and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one go to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to New York.