Travelling from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Nice is one hour ahead of Madeira and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your FNC to NCE flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madeira Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. These are the top stopovers between FNC and NCE:
Porto Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Right now, Rs25,175 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Madeira Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs46,957. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FNC to NCE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from FNC to NCE by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Madeira Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Madeira Airport (FNC)
Of all flights departing from Madeira Airport, 73.73% land on time at their destination.
Madeira Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Madeira. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to FNC? If you're boarding an early flight from Madeira Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're arriving on a late Madeira Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near NCE:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo to explore Nice and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Cote D'Azur Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport to the centre of Nice has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Madeira Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Nice in January.
When reserving your flight from Madeira Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Nice, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from FNC to NCE sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've visited Nice, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Travel around 161 kilometres west to Marseille to check off its leading attractions. From Old Port of Marseille to Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice, Lyon is another essential stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
