Flying from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to London: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London.
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is located in Nice. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is one hour behind Nice.
With 47 weekly flights between the two airports, Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 06:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from NCE to LHR is with British Airways at 21:40.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your NCE to London flight.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
You can fly directly to London leaving from NCE. Here are some airports you can jet right into when searching for your Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London ticket:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London City Airport (LCY)
Direct flights from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London are available from a good range of airlines. Get on board with any of these:
We make it easy to book plane tickets from NCE to London with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
NCE is about 6 kilometres from central Nice. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to NCE? If you're boarding an early flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
76% of flights that depart Nice Cote d'Azur Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to London
16 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London flight. A return plane ticket starts from 34 €. These prices can change based on demand.
Lock in cheap flights from NCE to London by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
November is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from NCE to London can help you lock in the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The trip will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LGW. Kick back and get cosy after your NCE to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London has touched down. Central London is about 56 kilometres from London Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can get you there in about 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to STN and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late NCE to London flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays offer convenience when you need it most:
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London to access the best deals.
Best time to go to London
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London. July is the busiest month to travel to London. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Before booking a Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NCE to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to London, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Westminster Abbey and The British Museum are a couple of big attractions to add to your London must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres northwest of London, a visit to Manchester will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 161 kilometres northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among its highlights.