Travelling from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 25 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles.
Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is eight hours behind Nice.
Leave enough time to make your NCE to Los Angeles flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles tickets are available for booking. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is where you'll disembark.
Air France is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from NCE to Los Angeles. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Nice, NCE can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near NCE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
74.5% of flights that take off from Cote D'Azur Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Los Angeles
284 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 426 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap flights from NCE to Los Angeles by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from NCE to Los Angeles.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Central Los Angeles is about 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). After your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your NCE to Los Angeles flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Van Nuys Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from VNY a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Before booking your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Los Angeles offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NCE to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Los Angeles:
The Broad and Griffith Observatory are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Los Angeles itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
San Jose is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without a visit to Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.