Flying from Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Oslo. Explore your options departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) when searching for a flight from Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE).
Book a direct Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 55 minutes.
Oslo and Nice (where Cote D'Azur Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
The most popular route is from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE), with 12 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from OSL to NCE is the 6am SAS option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 5:50pm with Norwegian Air Shuttle.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Oslo to NCE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Reach your destination without the detour from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL). Nonstop flights from Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) can be booked from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport with Norwegian Air Shuttle. This popular carrier offers services from OSL.
Norwegian Air Shuttle is the airline most travellers choose for flights from OSL to NCE.
Norwegian Air Shuttle is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
OSL is about 48 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
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71.98% of flights departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen arrive at their destination on time.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Catching a flight out of Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)? Direct Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) flight tickets are available from this popular hub.
From TRF, direct flights from Oslo to NCE are available with Wideroe.
Wideroe is the top choice for travellers flying from TRF to NCE.
With public transport, you can travel from central Oslo to TRF in about 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Oslo to NCE flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Torp Sandefjord Airport:
66.77% of flights out of Torp Sandefjord Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near NCE:
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For the best deal, book your ride around one week ahead of your Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport flight.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Central Nice is about 6 kilometres from Cote D'Azur Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport is $75. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $177. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Oslo to NCE. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE). July is the most popular month to visit Nice. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in February.
Before locking in your Oslo to NCE flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport in February when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Nice
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Nice right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Oslo to Cote D'Azur Airport:
Mission Promenade des Anglais and Vieux-Nice are just two of the big attractions to put on your Nice to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Promenade Des Anglais.
Explore more of France
You've visited Nice, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Travel about 153 kilometres west to Marseille to check off its must-visit sights. From Les Calanques to Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice, Lyon is another essential stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.