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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
£101
Typical prices: £133-£232
easyJet
Sat 21/4Thu 26/4
NCE - EDI • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£43
Typical prices: £82-£177
easyJet
Mon 1/1
NCE - EDI • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with easyJet. Average duration is 2h 38m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £118 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nice to Edinburgh (NCE-EDI)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Nice to Edinburgh

Wed, 21 Apr - Mon, 26 Apr
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21:55 - 23:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 40mdirect
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17:50 - 21:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
2h 40mdirect
£101easyJet
Mon, 7 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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07:00 - 20:25NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
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06:00 - 09:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
2h 40mdirect
£101easyJet
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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10:05 - 19:25NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
10h 20m1 stop London Luton
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06:00 - 09:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
2h 40mdirect
£102easyJet
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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10:05 - 19:25NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
10h 20m1 stop London Luton
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06:00 - 09:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
2h 40mdirect
£102easyJet
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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10:25 - 12:00NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 35mdirect
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16:20 - 20:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
2h 40mdirect
£104easyJet
Fri, 1 Jan - Fri, 8 Jan
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10:25 - 12:00NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 35mdirect
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11:35 - 21:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
8h 30m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£104Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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07:00 - 12:15NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 15m1 stop London Gatwick
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06:00 - 09:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
2h 40mdirect
£104easyJet
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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10:25 - 12:00NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 35mdirect
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14:45 - 12:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
21h 00m1 stop Marrakech Menara
£106easyJet
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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10:25 - 12:00NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 35mdirect
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15:35 - 22:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
29h 30m1 stop Agadir Almassira
£107Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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10:25 - 12:00NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 35mdirect
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16:20 - 20:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
2h 40mdirect
£107easyJet
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Nice to Edinburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Nice to Edinburgh?

Return flights from Nice to Edinburgh typically range from £133 to £232. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £101 on easyJet.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nice to Edinburgh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nice to Edinburgh. It's 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nice to Edinburgh?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Nice to Edinburgh at £133 return.
•June (£232) and July (£195) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Nice to Edinburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Nice to Edinburgh are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Nice to Edinburgh

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on NCE

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Kirstie Pickering

Kirstie Pickering

Expert on EDI

Aviation and business journalist Kirstie didn’t leave England until she was 18 years old, but has since travelled to over 20 countries including Japan, Canada, and Iceland. Her travel expertise lies in European city breaks, including how to find the best locally-owned hotels and restaurants and how to optimise the airport experience for your needs.

Key details for Nice to Edinburgh flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£43
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Nice to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Nice to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nice to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Nice to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Nice to Edinburgh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nice to Edinburgh:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:25 and lands at 13:03
    • Latest: departs at 20:35 and lands at 23:13.

    The flight takes about 2h 38m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Nice to Edinburgh?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Nice to Edinburgh.

  • How long is a flight from Nice to Edinburgh?

    A direct flight from Nice to Edinburgh takes 2h 38m, covering 968 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nice to Edinburgh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Nice to Edinburgh flight?

    Return flights from Nice to Edinburgh range from £133 to £232, with an average of £176 over the past 12 months. Anything below £133 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Nice to Edinburgh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the £176 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Nice to Edinburgh?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £118 return via London Luton (LTN), compared with £158 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Nice to Edinburgh?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £32–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Nice to Edinburgh?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by easyJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight prices from Nice to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nice to Edinburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £54, which is 56% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £34 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nice to Edinburgh?

    Flights from Nice to Edinburgh usually depart from Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nice to Edinburgh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Nice to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • London Luton (LTN) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nice to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Nice to Edinburgh. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £150 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £204, a difference of £54.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Nice to Edinburgh?

    Only easyJet operates flights between Nice and Edinburgh.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Nice to Edinburgh?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 54m, compared to 5h 01m via Zurich (ZRH) and 5h 22m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Nice and Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh is 1 hour behind Nice (British Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Edinburgh Castle, and Usher Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Nice to Edinburgh flights?

    Among airlines operating Nice to Edinburgh flights:

    • easyJet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Nice to Edinburgh flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Nice to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average £150, about £54 less than Sunday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nice to Edinburgh trip for March. Fares historically average £133 return in that month – typically £99 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through London Luton Airport (LTN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £118 return on this route – about £40 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
    • Moxy Edinburgh Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Nice to Edinburgh?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Nice Côte d'Azur to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Monday

easyJet

easyJet

Friday

easyJet

easyJet

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Direct returns

Edinburgh Turnhouse to Nice Côte d'Azur

Monday

easyJet

easyJet

Friday

easyJet

easyJet

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