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December 2 - December 7

Cheapest

Best

SAW - Nice

$163

$159

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November 22 - November 30

Earliest

SAW - Nice

$147

$162

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November 22 - December 7

Earliest

SAW - Nice

$138

$162

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December 2 - December 4

Best

SAW - Nice

$165

$162

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November 22 - December 4

Earliest

SAW - Nice

$141

$162

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November 22 - December 6

Earliest

SAW - Nice

$141

$162

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November 22 - November 29

Earliest

SAW - Nice

$149

$162

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November 22 - November 27

Earliest

SAW - Nice

$151

$162

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November 25 - December 6

SAW - Nice

$143

$163

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December 2 - December 6

SAW - Nice

$164

$163

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Insights for flights from Istanbul to Nice

Most itineraries for flights from Istanbul to Nice connect at least once, with only 31.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct options exist, you will frequently encounter itineraries that include at least one stop on your journey.

When looking for cheap flights from Istanbul to Nice, prices right now are above the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $165–$324, with a median of $204. Only 10% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals might require some flexibility.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Nice, the data indicates that December, January, and February are the most affordable months, all with a median fare of $150. These months offer the lowest median prices compared to other times of the year, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Nice takes about 7h 25m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this route. The total distance covered on this route is 1781 km, which classifies it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Nice

Regular price: $124 - $376

Prices for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International to Nice Côte d Azur International are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $124 and $376. The current lowest deal is $159 with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Dec 2-Dec 7.

now $159

Low $124

High $376

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Nice

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Nice is January, with a median price of $150. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $324. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $150

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $324

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Nice

Pegasus Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Nice

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Nice

Istanbul (IST) - Nice (NCE)

LOT Polish Airlines

$340

$232

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Nice

Istanbul (IST) - Nice (NCE)

LOT Polish Airlines

$340

$248

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Nice

Istanbul (IST) - Nice (NCE)

LOT Polish Airlines

$346

$248

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Nice

Istanbul (IST) - Nice (NCE)

LOT Polish Airlines

$420

$274

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Nice

Istanbul (IST) - Nice (NCE)

LOT Polish Airlines

$400

$279

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Nice

Istanbul (IST) - Nice (NCE)

LOT Polish Airlines

$420

$315

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Istanbul to Nice

4 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 15

$424 → $265

37%

5 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 11

$411 → $262

36%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

$420 → $273

35%

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$420 → $274

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Nice

Istanbul - Nice route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Istanbul to Nice are below the typical level at $159.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December, January, or February

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are December, January, and February, with median prices of $150.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 7h 25m with one stop

Flights from Istanbul to Nice typically take 7h 25m, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, making up 68.8% of available deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Pegasus Airlines is an option for direct flights from Istanbul to Nice.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Istanbul to Nice are frequent, with 1.03 deals per day.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport offers a potential departure option for flights to Nice.

📍 ~33 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$159

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Airport is another departure choice for travelers flying from Istanbul to Nice.

📍 ~29 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$204

Nice main airports to arrive at

Nice Côte d Azur International (NCE)

Cheapest

Nice Côte d Azur International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Nice.

📍 ~6 km from Nice city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$159

Airports nearby Nice used as alternative

Marseille Provence (MRS)

Marseille Provence is a major international hub with an extensive network, offering many flight options.

📍 ~170 km from Nice (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$164

Genoa Cristoforo Colombo (GOA)

Genoa Cristoforo Colombo is the closest major Italian airport, with good connectivity for European routes.

📍 ~170 km from Nice (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$187

Toulon–Hyères (TLN)

Toulon–Hyères is a geographically close French alternative, useful for specific domestic and seasonal routes.

📍 ~100 km from Nice (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$441

Turin (TRN)

Turin is a large international airport, a reliable alternative for travelers heading towards Northern Italy.

📍 ~180 km from Nice (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$166

Milan–Malpensa (MXP)

Cheapest

Milan–Malpensa is a massive global hub with flights to almost any destination, often with lower fares.

📍 ~320 km from Nice (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$151

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nice

41% AI deal score

$4,830

From IST

Elite

Jun 23

Nice, France

41% AI deal score

$4,830

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nice

Historically, the best time to book flights from Istanbul to Nice for the cheapest prices is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a flight was $184. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally results in a higher average price of $364. For those booking 7-13 days out, the average price was $463, indicating that planning ahead can lead to significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Nice is considered to be $165 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $204. Fares typically range, with 75% of prices observed being $324 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around the $165 mark.

Historically, December, January, and February have been the cheapest months to fly from Istanbul to Nice, with a median price of $150 in each of these months. This is notably lower than the annual median price of $204 for this route. While December also appears as the most expensive month in some observations, the consistent low median in these winter months suggests they are generally more affordable for this journey.

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