Traveling from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) departing from here.
The average length of a direct Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport flight is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Nice is one hour behind Bucharest. Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) is the most popular route. There are 11 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Wizz Air Malta at 7pm. Choose the first OTP to NCE departure operated by Wizz Air Malta at 5:45am if you'd rather not wait around.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Bucharest to NCE. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travelers during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is a convenient option for traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) can be booked from this terminal.
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport departing OTP include:
Wizz Air Malta is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from OTP to NCE.
TAROM leads the way in punctuality. A dependable 85.71% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
OTP is around 13 miles from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.27% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Pick up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car and discover Nice and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, OK Mobility and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport flight.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is roughly 4 miles from central Nice. How long it'll take to get to the center in a car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport is $34. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $78. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from Bucharest to NCE by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE). July is the most popular month to visit Nice. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
Lock in a Bucharest to NCE plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nice to range from 63ºF to 86ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport in February when temperatures are between 32ºF and 57ºF.
More about Nice
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Nice right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Cote D'Azur Airport:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Nice when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Mission Promenade des Anglais followed by Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.
Explore more of France
You've seen Nice, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Journey about 95 miles west to Marseille to check off its popular sights. From Les Calanques to Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Lyon is another must-experience destination in France and is around 190 miles north-west of Nice. No trip is complete without dropping by Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.
