Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Nice

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Nice? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Nice

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Nice flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Nice

Istanbul to Nice: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Nice below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Nice.

Istanbul to Nice: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 294
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time3 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week37

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Nice: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Nice is ر.ق.‏ 717. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Nice.
IndiGo, Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways fly direct from Istanbul to Nice.
As of March 2025, there are 37 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Nice.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Nice is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Nice Airport on Monday, 7 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 12 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nice but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nice is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Nice.

Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport takes on average 3 hours 6 minutes. The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is 2 hours behind Istanbul.

  • Flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport start from 07:05 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The latest flight is the 19:10 option with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 18 services every week from IST to NCE.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Nice (and maybe even some other great corners of France!). Look through the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and NCE are:

    • Geneve Airport

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter France, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you all the necessary information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from IST to NCE.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is ر.ق.‏ 294. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق.‏ 717. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap flight tickets from IST to NCE by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flight tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from IST to NCE. There's no need to search every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The journey from central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)

Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice

  • Cote D'Azur Airport to the centre of Nice takes about 13 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 42 minutes.

When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Nice in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Nice, with the temperature ranging from 17 ºC to 30 ºC.

  • February has average temperatures of between 0 ºC and 14 ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from IST to NCE around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Nice

  • Start your Nice trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from IST to NCE, browse our accommodation options including:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Promenade Des Anglais, Castle Hill and Matisse Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Nice.

Complete your Nice trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Cote D'Azur Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Nice.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.