Traveling from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to Milan: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Nice (the location of Nice Cote d'Azur Airport).
Give yourself enough time to make your NCE to Milan flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a direct Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan ticket. Start your journey at NCE and end it at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).
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We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from NCE to Milan with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 6 kilometers from the center of Nice, NCE can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Traveling on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to NCE? If you're catching an early flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Nice Cote d'Azur Airport, data shows 76% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to Milan
$37 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan flight. A return ticket right now is $99. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from NCE to Milan if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across each month and land an incredible deal.
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Airports in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The distance from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan is roughly 48 kilometers. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near MXP:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport about one week ahead of your flight from NCE to Milan.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) is roughly 48 kilometers from central Milan. Once you've disembarked your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to BGY. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your NCE to Milan flight:
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from BGY two weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Make tracks for the city center after your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan has arrived. Central Milan is around 8 kilometers from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and takes roughly 20 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes about 30 minutes using public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by checking in to a hotel near LIN after your NCE to Milan flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from LIN around four weeks before your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you prefer, on top of a better deal.
Best time to go to Milan
December is the quietest month for flights from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan, while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Milan based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NCE to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Milan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Milan right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Milan:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Teatro alla Scala, Leonardo's Last Supper Museum and Milan Cathedral are must-visits when exploring Milan.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Milan, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Journey about 483 kilometers southeast to Rome to tick off its leading attractions. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 129 kilometers west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.