Flying from Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Tenerife. Explore your options leaving from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS) when booking your flight from Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE).
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Tenerife. Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Tenerife to NCE.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Travelling from central Tenerife to TFN takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Tenerife North Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving Tenerife North Airport, 75.81% touch down on time at their destination.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
You can book a direct Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) flight ticket out of Tenerife South Airport (TFS). See if flying from TFS works better for your plans.
Take a direct flight from Tenerife to NCE with easyJet. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of TFS.
easyJet ranks number one in bookings on the TFS to NCE route.
On public transport, you can travel from central Tenerife to TFS in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Tenerife South Airport the day before your Tenerife to NCE flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Tenerife South Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 64.91%.
About Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Pick up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car and explore Nice and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, OK Mobility and Alamo are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport to the centre of Nice is around 6 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Right now, $42 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $130. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Tenerife to NCE.
The best month for scoring cheap Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Nice. July is when most people book flights from Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Book a Tenerife to NCE flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nice to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Nice
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Nice right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tenerife to Cote D'Azur Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are top sights which should be on any good Nice itinerary.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Nice. Around 153 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Nice, Lyon is another favourite stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.