Flying from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Geneve Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Geneva.
Each week, there are 37 Geneve Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 06:15 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 20:20 with easyJet.
To ensure you catch your GVA to NCE flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as March? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Nice (and then seeing more of France!) is a cinch with SWISS. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Geneve Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is SWISS.
With 70.37% of services arriving as planned, SWISS is the most punctual carrier operating GVA to NCE flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Geneve Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between GVA and NCE:
Zurich Airport
Paris Orly Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
36 € is the lowest price for a one-way Geneve Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. A return flight starts from 71 €. These fares can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from GVA to NCE by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Geneve Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Geneve Airport (GVA)
When it comes to Geneve Airport's on-time performance, 65.81% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Geneve Airport from central Geneva, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near GVA? If you've booked an early flight from Geneve Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Reserve a hotel close to NCE if you're catching a late Geneve Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and chase adventure across Nice and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cote D'Azur Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Nice. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Geneve Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Nice. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Geneve 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).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GVA to NCE in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Nice. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
If you're eager to discover another side of France, consider Lyon, roughly 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are among its highlights.