Manchester to Nice flights

How long is the flight from Manchester to Nice?

Direct flights from Manchester usually take about three hours to reach Nice. Connecting flights from Manchester take around 6 hours to reach Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE). Your flight duration is also dependent on the flight path and stopover destinations. The distance between Manchester and Nice is approximately 801 miles.

What are the most common stopovers?

The most common stopovers for flight departures from Manchester to Nice include Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), and Marseilles Provence Airport (MRS).

What documentation do I need to fly to Nice from Manchester?

If you hold a British passport, you can travel to Nice without a visa.

What are the most important things to pack in my suitcase when travelling to Nice?

In addition to basic holiday items such as travel documents, prescription medicine, proof of identity, and clothes, other essentials include a backpack, sunglasses, sunscreen, rain jacket, and swimsuit for your trip to Nice.

Various airlines provide cheap flights from Manchester to Nice. These include:

• British Airways, one of the country's largest air operators.
• EasyJet, a low-cost British airline.
• Air France, the leading flight operator based in France.
• Brussels Airlines, Belgium's largest airline.
• KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, the largest airline in the Netherlands.
• Jet2, a charter airline in the UK.

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• June to August, the summer season, is considered the prime travel season in Nice. During this time, you can enjoy hot weather and ample sunshine. You will also find plenty of holidaymakers on the beaches and in the city's restaurants and hotels.
• September to November is a calmer, lovely time to travel to Nice. During this period, you'll likely encounter nice weather perfect for exploring popular attractions, and closer to September, still indulging in a little sunbathing.
• December through February is the most inexpensive time to visit the city, even though the weather is often still mild enough for ample sightseeing. In December, you can also make the most of Nice's Christmas markets and festive decorations. Thanks to shoulder season and minimal crowds, you'll also find great deals on flights and hotel bookings.

Manchester has one major airport offering passenger services to Nice: Manchester International Airport (MAN).

Useful information about Manchester International Airport

Located in Greater Manchester, Manchester International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the UK and about 14km away from the city centre.

How to get to the airport:

• By train – journey time is approximately 20 minutes from Manchester Piccadilly station, on trains that run every ten minutes, seven days a week.
• By Metrolink — about 35 minutes to get to the airport from Cornbrook station. Trains run every 12 minutes, which can vary during public holidays.
• By taxi – journey time is around 40 minutes.
• By bus/coaches — Stagecoach bus, National Express, and Skyline bus cover this journey, which can take between 25 to 70 minutes.

Services: open 24/7, Wi-Fi access, duty-free shops, baggage services, indoor smoking lounges, post office, car rental offices, children's services, cafes, and restaurants.

Nice has one major airport providing flight services to Manchester: Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE).

Useful information about Nice Côte d'Azur Airport

Located in the southwestern part of the city, about seven kilometres from the city centre, Nice Côte d'Azur Airport is one of France's busiest airports. The airport has two terminals, with free shuttle bus service available between the terminals.

How to get from the airport to the city:

• By taxi — about 20 minutes to the city centre.
• By bus — Lignes d’Azur Bus service, bus numbers 98, 99, and 23; journey time varies between 30 to 40 minutes.
• By tram — 25 minutes on tram line 2 to get to the city centre.

Services: open 24/7, free Wi-Fi access, business lounges, indoor smoking lounges, childcare, money exchange, shopping outlets, bars, and restaurants.

• City breaks in Nice should begin with a glitzy walk down the waterfront Promenade des Anglais.
• Stroll through Vieux Nice (old town) and Place Masséna to explore bustling market squares, trendy bars, and restaurants.
• Head over to Nice's Castle Hill and take in stunning views over Vieux Nice and Baie des Anges.
• Visit the Musée Matisse, home to work by renowned artist Henri Matisse, who lived and worked in the city.