Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is 2 hours 39 minutes. Nice's timezone is UTC+1, making Nice 1 hour behind Athens.
Choose from 8 weekly flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. The 06:00 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take between ATH and NCE. Air France operates the last service of the day at 21:50 if you're not into early starts.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
One simple journey from ATH to NCE is all it takes to reach Nice, France. You'll find a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, including:
If you want to break up your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the ATH - NCE route are:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Mikonos Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter France. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before booking your cheap ticket from ATH to NCE, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
C$55 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. A return flight starts at C$142. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from ATH to NCE.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Located around 40 kilometres from the center of Athens, Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport can be reached in approximately 37 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 59 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ATH? If you're on an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near NCE:
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the center of Nice. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 13 minutes.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes around 42 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Nice. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Nice, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to NCE in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 14ºC then.
More about Nice
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Nice right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from ATH to NCE:
Promenade Des Anglais and Castle Hill are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Nice to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Matisse Museum.
Complete your Nice trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Cote D'Azur Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Nice vacation.