Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is five hours behind Nice.
Give yourself enough time to catch your NCE to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from NCE to Ottawa. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
NCE is about 6 kilometres from central Nice. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near NCE:
74.5% of flights that take off from Cote D'Azur Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Ottawa
RM2,657 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa flight. A return flight ticket right now is RM2,469. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from NCE to Ottawa if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
Arriving late on a flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa? Pick up your bags and go straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two options close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover corners of Ottawa that most visitors tend to miss. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from NCE to Ottawa. If you're travelling during a peak period, book even earlier to get the best possible rate.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is about 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. Once you've hopped off your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Following your NCE to Ottawa flight, unwind at a hotel near YOW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW will help you stay within budget.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before booking your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from NCE to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you want to check out another side of Canada, head for Montreal, about 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are key highlights.
