Travelling from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
Keflavik Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) taking off from here.
The average length of a direct Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport flight is 4 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Reykjavik. Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is located in Nice.
Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) is the busiest route, with 2 direct services each week. Travel from KEF to NCE on Icelandair's 8:20am flight.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Reykjavik to NCE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Keflavik Airport (KEF). Nonstop flights from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) operate from here.
When taking off from KEF, you can take a direct flight from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport with Icelandair.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Flugfélag Íslands between KEF and NCE.
With a dependable 100.0% of services landing on schedule, Flugfélag Íslands ranks as the most on-time carrier flying this route.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to NCE that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Keflavik Airport (KEF), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between KEF and NCE include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik, KEF can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Keflavik Airport:
Of all flights departing from Keflavik Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
RKV is about 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Reykjavik Airport the day before your Reykjavik to NCE flight:
Flights from Reykjavik Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 81% of them arriving as planned.
About Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near NCE:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport flight.
Getting from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Central Nice is around 6 kilometres from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is 95 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 198 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to NCE if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to go to Nice. July is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Reykjavik to NCE plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Nice
Start your Nice trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Reykjavik to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are a couple of big attractions to put on your Nice to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Plage de Nice.
Explore more of France
Nice has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres northwest of Nice, a visit to Lyon will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Around 153 kilometres west of Nice, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.