Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 50 minutes.
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Nice five hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Flights from PHL to NCE start at 21:00 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:15 with American Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of five weekly Philadelphia International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flights.
Your PHL to NCE flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Flying into Nice (and then exploring more of France!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
American Airlines is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PHL and NCE include:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Currently, $261 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $586. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from PHL to NCE by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from PHL to NCE.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
78.93% of flights that depart Philadelphia International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it takes around 15 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near PHL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Philadelphia International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Pick up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car and discover Nice and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, OK Mobility and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Cote D'Azur Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometers from the center of Nice. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Nice in January.
The warmest month in Nice is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHL to NCE in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Nice, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Journey around 161 kilometers west to Marseille to check off its must-visit sights. From Old Port of Marseille to Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Lyon is another standout destination in France and is around 306 kilometers north-west of Nice. No journey is complete without dropping by Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
