Are direct flights from Zürich to Nice always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers, which can be appealing. However, connecting flights are often more economical, especially if you are flexible with your schedule. The 'best' option depends on your priorities regarding cost versus convenience.

Can flexible travel dates help on Zürich to Nice flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays, during off-peak seasons, or avoiding major holidays often results in lower fares. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two may lead to savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Zürich to Nice flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total budget to avoid surprises.

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2026-12-10 – 2026-12-17
ZRH - Nice
75% AI deal score
CHF 287
CHF 115
Round trip
2026-12-14 – 2026-12-16
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ZRH - Nice
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CHF 295
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Zürich to Nice: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Nice

For flights from Zürich to Nice, 61.7% of recent fares are non-stop, indicating a mixed offering where both direct and connecting itineraries are common. When itineraries include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you'll find a meaningful share of direct flights from Zürich to Nice, with other options involving a single stop.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Zürich to Nice, fares typically range from $249–$379, with a median price of $269. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level. Only 3% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptionally low fares can be challenging, and deals are infrequent — a price alert helps.

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Nice is typically during January, with a median fare of $238. Following closely, February also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $248. October is another favorable month, with median fares around $267, providing more options for budget-conscious travelers.

A typical journey from Zürich to Nice takes about 1h 10m, including both direct and connecting flights. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 1h 10m. However, if your itinerary includes connections, the median journey time extends to 7h 38m, so planning for longer travel times is advisable when not flying direct.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Nice

Regular price: CHF 222 - CHF 383

Prices for flights from Zürich to Nice are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Nice is CHF 222-383. The current lowest deal is CHF 115 with easyJet UK for travel from Dec 14-Dec 16.

now CHF 115

Low CHF 222

High CHF 383

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Nice

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Nice is January, with a median price of $238. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $516. Generally, prices are lower from January to December, specifically in January, February, October, November, and December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 238

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 516

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Nice

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Nice

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

Air France

CHF 438

CHF 279

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

Air France

CHF 436

CHF 279

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

Air France

CHF 438

CHF 279

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

easyJet UK

CHF 442

CHF 318

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 297

CHF 260

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

Air France

CHF 438

CHF 338

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 16

CHF 298 → CHF 115

61%

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

CHF 287 → CHF 115

60%

5 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 20

CHF 294 → CHF 126

57%

2 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 17

CHF 298 → CHF 140

53%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Nice

Zürich - Nice route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to NCE are below the typical level, with a median price of $269.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from ZRH to NCE, with a median price of $238.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 10m

Direct flights from ZRH to NCE typically take 1h 10m, while connecting flights average 7h 38m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

61.7% of recent flights are direct

61.7% of recent flights from ZRH to NCE are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines provides direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals on flights from ZRH to NCE are rare, appearing infrequently over a 30-day window.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Nice.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 117

Nice main airports to arrive at

Nice Côte d Azur International (NCE)

Cheapest

Nice Côte d Azur International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Zürich.

📍 ~6 km from Nice (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 121

Airports nearby Nice used as alternative

Marseille Provence (MRS)

Marseille Provence is a major French international hub with a comparable route network to Nice.

📍 ~170 km from Nice (ground transfer can take approximately 2 to 2.5 hours depending on traffic)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 136

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From ZRH

Elite

Oct 27

Nice, France

75% AI deal score

$1,457

$870

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From ZRH

Elite

Oct 27

Nice, France

72% AI deal score

$1,230

$868

Save $362

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Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Oct 27

Nice, France

71% AI deal score

$1,207

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Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Mar 31

Nice, France

66% AI deal score

$987

$797

Save $190

Alitalia

Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Nov 13

Nice, France

66% AI deal score

$1,113

$859

Save $254

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Nov 13

Nice, France

66% AI deal score

$1,097

$859

Save $238

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Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Nov 03

Nice, France

66% AI deal score

$1,121

$872

Save $249

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Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Dec 24

Nice, France

66% AI deal score

$1,164

$907

Save $257

Alitalia

Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Nov 13

Nice, France

49% AI deal score

$1,003

$859

Save $144

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Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Nov 03

Nice, France

49% AI deal score

$1,029

$872

Save $157

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Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Nov 03

Nice, France

49% AI deal score

$1,013

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Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Nov 13

Nice, France

48% AI deal score

$997

$859

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Iberia Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nice

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various airlines and online travel agencies. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Generally, booking several weeks or months before your intended travel date is a common strategy. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares is advisable.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover more affordable or convenient flight options. While it may add to your ground transportation time, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering alternative airports.

Zürich to Nice: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Nice

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Nice

Regular price: CHF 222 - CHF 383

Prices for flights from Zürich to Nice are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Nice is CHF 222-383. The current lowest deal is CHF 115 with easyJet UK for travel from Dec 14-Dec 16.

now CHF 115

Low CHF 222

High CHF 383

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Nice

January

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 238

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 516

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Nice

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Nice

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

Air France

CHF 438

CHF 279

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

Air France

CHF 436

CHF 279

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

Air France

CHF 438

CHF 279

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

easyJet UK

CHF 442

CHF 318

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 297

CHF 260

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Nice

Zürich (ZRH) - Nice (NCE)

Air France

CHF 438

CHF 338

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 16

CHF 298 → CHF 115

61%

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

CHF 287 → CHF 115

60%

5 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 20

CHF 294 → CHF 126

57%

2 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 17

CHF 298 → CHF 140

53%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Nice

Zürich - Nice route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to NCE are below the typical level, with a median price of $269.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from ZRH to NCE, with a median price of $238.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 10m

Direct flights from ZRH to NCE typically take 1h 10m, while connecting flights average 7h 38m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

61.7% of recent flights are direct

61.7% of recent flights from ZRH to NCE are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines provides direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals on flights from ZRH to NCE are rare, appearing infrequently over a 30-day window.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Nice.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 117

Nice main airports to arrive at

Nice Côte d Azur International (NCE)

Cheapest

Nice Côte d Azur International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Zürich.

📍 ~6 km from Nice (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 121

Airports nearby Nice used as alternative

Marseille Provence (MRS)

Marseille Provence is a major French international hub with a comparable route network to Nice.

Nice, France

48% AI deal score

$997

$859

Save $138

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nice

Cheap Flights from Zürich to Nice

Today’s best flight deals from Zürich to Nice

Zürich to Nice: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Nice

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Nice

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Nice

Direct flights from Zürich to Nice

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Nice

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Nice

Zürich - Nice route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights take 1h 10m

61.7% of recent flights are direct

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Deals are rare on this route

Zürich main airports to depart from

Nice main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nice used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nice

Best Elite deals to Nice

Oct 27

Oct 27

Oct 27

Mar 31

Nov 13

Nov 13

Nov 03

Dec 24

Nov 13

Nov 03

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Nov 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nice

How can I find cheap flights from Zürich to Nice?

When should I book flights from Zürich to Nice?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Zürich to Nice?

Are direct flights from Zürich to Nice always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Zürich to Nice flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Zürich to Nice flights?

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Zürich to Nice: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Nice

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Nice

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Nice

Direct flights from Zürich to Nice

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Nice

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Nice

Zürich - Nice route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights take 1h 10m

61.7% of recent flights are direct

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Deals are rare on this route

Zürich main airports to depart from

Nice main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nice used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nice

Best Elite deals to Nice

Oct 27

Oct 27

Oct 27

Mar 31

Nov 13

Nov 13

Nov 03

Dec 24

Nov 13

Nov 03

Nov 03

Nov 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nice

How can I find cheap flights from Zürich to Nice?

When should I book flights from Zürich to Nice?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Zürich to Nice?