Flying from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to Nice Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Buffalo.
To ensure you catch your BUF to NCE flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Nice Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between BUF and NCE:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to Nice Airport (NCE)
Right now, $329 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara Airport to Nice Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $851. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from BUF to NCE, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Nice Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BUF to NCE by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Nice Airport.
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
BUF is located at Genesee Street.
74% of flights that depart Buffalo Niagara Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Buffalo Niagara Airport from central Buffalo, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 miles from the airport to the city center.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near BUF. Whether you're taking an early flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Nice Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Nice Airport (NCE)
If you're getting in on a late Buffalo Niagara Airport to Nice Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near NCE:
Pick up a Nice Airport rental car and explore Nice and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, OK Mobility and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Nice Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Nice Airport (NCE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Nice Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Nice in March.
Before locking in your flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Nice Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 63ºF to 82ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUF to NCE in January. Temperatures average between 36ºF and 54ºF then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Nice, now it's time to discover more of France. Travel about 190 miles north-west to Lyon to check off its popular sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in France, consider Marseille, about 100 miles west of Nice. Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde are the start of reasons to visit.
