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November 2 - November 11

Cheapest

Earliest

NCE - Istanbul

$184

$160

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December 4 - December 11

Cheapest

Best

NCE - Istanbul

$215

$160

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November 29 - December 16

NCE - Istanbul

$182

$162

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November 11 - November 25

NCE - Istanbul

$177

$162

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November 27 - December 16

NCE - Istanbul

$180

$162

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November 18 - November 25

NCE - Istanbul

$185

$162

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November 18 - December 16

NCE - Istanbul

$170

$162

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November 27 - December 11

NCE - Istanbul

$186

$162

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November 18 - December 11

NCE - Istanbul

$170

$162

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November 29 - December 11

NCE - Istanbul

$188

$162

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Insights for flights from Nice to Istanbul

The journey from Nice to Istanbul covers a distance of 1781 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Nice to Istanbul are typically $177–$244, with a median of $205. Current fares are above the typical level, and about 10% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities for savings.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nice to Istanbul? The data indicates that the most affordable months to fly are December, November, and January, all with a median fare of $187. These months offer prices significantly below the overall median for the route.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 28.8% of recent fares being direct flights from Nice to Istanbul. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Nice to Istanbul takes approximately 7h 10m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Nice to Istanbul

Regular price: $146 - $330

Prices for flights from Nice to Istanbul are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Nice to Istanbul is between $146 and $330. The current lowest deal is $160 with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Nov 2 to Nov 11.

now $160

Low $146

High $330

The cheapest time to fly from Nice to Istanbul

Flights from Nice to Istanbul are cheapest in January, February, November, and December, with a median price of 187 USD. The most expensive month to fly is July, with a median price of 259 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $187

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $259

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Direct flights from Nice to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Nice to Istanbul

Sat, Jun 20

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NCE - Istanbul

Nice (NCE) - Istanbul (IST)

Wizz Air

$360

$250

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

NCE - Istanbul

Nice (NCE) - Istanbul (IST)

Lufthansa

$399

$312

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

NCE - Istanbul

Nice (NCE) - Istanbul (IST)

Lufthansa

$360

$268

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

NCE - Istanbul

Nice (NCE) - Istanbul (IST)

Lufthansa

$349

$268

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

NCE - Istanbul

Nice (NCE) - Istanbul (IST)

Wizz Air

$358

$258

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

NCE - Istanbul

Nice (NCE) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$330

$255

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 5

$333 → $202

39%

3 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 13

$328 → $208

37%

3 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 17

$329 → $209

37%

3 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 10

$328 → $209

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Nice to Istanbul

Nice - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Nice to Istanbul are $205, which is above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices.

Historically, December, November, and January are the cheapest months to fly from Nice to Istanbul.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 7h 10m.

The median flight duration from Nice to Istanbul is 7 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common.

Approximately 28.8% of recent deals for this route are direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights.

Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines have historically offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Historically, deals for flights from Nice to Istanbul appear frequently, about 0.93 per day.

Nice main airports to depart from

Nice Côte d Azur International (NCE)

Cheapest

Nice Côte d Azur International Airport is a good choice for flights from Nice to Istanbul.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$160

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is a good option for flights from Nice to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$160

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Nice to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$162

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Esenboğa International (ESB) is a major international hub, useful for network redundancy despite its distance from Istanbul.

📍 ~350 km from Istanbul (requires domestic flight or high-speed train).

💸 Flights from ~$197

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes (ADB) is a reliable alternative for Western-bound international flights with extensive European connections.

📍 ~300 km from Istanbul (usually requires a separate domestic leg).

💸 Flights from ~$244

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ) is geographically the closest alternative, accessible by road from Istanbul's European side.

📍 ~100 km from Istanbul (reachable by road).

💸 Flights from ~$305

Yenişehir (YEI)

Yenişehir (YEI) offers proximity to Istanbul's Asian side and the southern Marmara region.

📍 ~100 km from Istanbul (accessible via bridge or ferry).

💸 Flights from ~$398

Burgas (BOJ)

Cheapest

Burgas (BOJ) is the closest international airport outside Turkey, useful for travelers with appropriate travel documents.

📍 ~200 km from Istanbul (requires international land border crossing).

💸 Flights from ~$169

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

41% AI deal score

$4,824

From NCE

Elite

Oct 01

Istanbul, Turkey

35% AI deal score

$2,484

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Nice to Istanbul is 60+ days before departure, where the average price is $195. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 14-27 days out typically average $206, while those booked within 0-6 days of departure average $245. Planning ahead can result in more favorable pricing.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Nice to Istanbul has been $177. The median price for this route was $205. Fares typically range, with 75% of prices observed being $244 or less. Aiming for a fare around $177 or lower is considered a good deal based on historical data.

Historically, the months of December, November, and January have offered the cheapest flights from Nice to Istanbul, with a median price of $187 for each. The annual median price for this route is $205. While December is also listed as the most expensive month, this indicates price variability within that month. Travelers seeking lower fares should consider flying in November, December, or January.

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