Travelling from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Nice two hours behind Istanbul.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SAW to NCE flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between SAW and NCE include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport
Stuttgart Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Rs17,455 is the best price for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs47,394. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAW to NCE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Landing cheap flights from SAW to NCE is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
When it comes to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport's on-time performance, 76.93% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 55 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SAW? If you've booked an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and find adventure across Nice and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cote D'Azur Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Nice. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Nice in January.
When reserving your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Nice, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAW to NCE in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Nice. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice, Lyon is another favourite 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.
