Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Jeddah.
To ensure you catch your JED to NCE flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between JED and NCE include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Currently, $162 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $617. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JED to NCE if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from JED to NCE.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from JED touch down on schedule 81.7% of the time.
King Abdulaziz International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Jeddah. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to JED? If you've booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to NCE if you're on a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and chase adventure across Nice and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cote D'Azur Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport to central Nice has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Nice. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JED to NCE in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Nice has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres west of Nice, a trip to Marseille will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in France, consider Lyon, roughly 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are highlights.