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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Nice to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nice to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nice to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Nice to Istanbul

Nice to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nice to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Nice to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$289
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week60

Finding cheap flights from Nice to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Nice to Istanbul is C$289. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Nice to Istanbul.
IndiGo, Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways fly direct from Nice to Istanbul.
There are 60 flights per week flying from Nice to Istanbul, as of March 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Nice to Istanbul is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nice Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 7 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • 3 hours 7 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Nice and operates on the UTC+3 timezone.

  • You can choose from 18 weekly flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. The 07:05 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight available between NCE and IST. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:10 if early starts aren't your thing.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Turkish Airlines runs direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to discover the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.

  • If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the popular stopovers between NCE and IST:

    • Geneve Airport

    • Strasbourg Airport

    • Palese Airport

  • To find out if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from NCE to IST.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • C$120 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. A return flight starts from C$289. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap flight tickets from NCE to IST, reserve your trip 10 months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flight tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from NCE to IST couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)

  • Located around 8 kilometres from the center of Nice, Cote D'Azur Airport can be reached in approximately 13 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 42 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to NCE:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • It typically takes 1 hour and 45 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap flight tickets from NCE to IST in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.

More about Istanbul

  • If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from NCE to IST:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are highlights which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.

  • There's more than one way to get to and from Istanbul. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is another popular choice. Check out the prices and departure times from this international airport.

Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Istanbul vacation.

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