Travelling from Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Glasgow. Explore your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when booking your flight from Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE).
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Glasgow to NCE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Glasgow to NCE. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.07% of flights complete their journey on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport, browse these options when heading out from Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Glasgow to NCE flight? Kick back in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
76.7% of flights departing Glasgow Prestwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near NCE:
Follow your own route with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and chase adventure across Nice and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport flight.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
The centre of Nice is about 6 kilometres from Cote D'Azur Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport is Rs15,102. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs42,558. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Glasgow to NCE if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Nice. July is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Glasgow to NCE flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport in February when temperatures are between 0ºC and 14ºC.
More about Nice
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Nice right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Cote D'Azur Airport:
Mission Promenade des Anglais and Vieux-Nice are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Nice itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Promenade Des Anglais.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored after you've seen Nice. Around 153 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
Lyon is another standout destination in France and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. No trip is complete without seeing Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.