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Cheapest return flight
£161
Typical prices: £224-£331
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/3Thu 22/3
NCE - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£217
Typical prices: £226-£333
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/12Wed 12/12
NCE - IST • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 3h 03m
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Avoid delays
Turkish Airlines
Most punctual • 88% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 20% price drop
May
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH)
Cheapest • Avg £170 (return)
Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG)
Shortest trip • 5h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nice to Istanbul (NCE-IST)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Nice to Istanbul

Mon, 15 Mar - Mon, 22 Mar
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16:45 - 10:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-IST Istanbul
15h 50m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
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11:30 - 22:25IST  Istanbul-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
12h 55m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
£161Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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20:30 - 17:00NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-IST Istanbul
18h 30m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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16:40 - 09:05IST  Istanbul-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
18h 25m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
£170Air Serbia
Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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07:00 - 22:45NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-IST Istanbul
13h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:05 - 23:25IST  Istanbul-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
6h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£173Lufthansa
Mon, 2 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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07:00 - 22:45NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-IST Istanbul
13h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:05 - 23:25IST  Istanbul-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
6h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£173Lufthansa
Sat, 7 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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07:00 - 22:45NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-IST Istanbul
13h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:05 - 23:25IST  Istanbul-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
6h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£174Lufthansa
Mon, 8 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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07:00 - 22:45NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-IST Istanbul
13h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:05 - 23:25IST  Istanbul-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
6h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£175Lufthansa
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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16:30 - 09:15NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-IST Istanbul
14h 45m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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12:10 - 09:55IST  Istanbul-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
23h 45m2 stops Krakow J. Paul II Balice Warsaw Frederic Chopin
£181Multiple Airlines
Mon, 22 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
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16:45 - 10:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-IST Istanbul
15h 50m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
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11:30 - 22:25IST  Istanbul-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
12h 55m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
£182Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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07:00 - 22:45NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-IST Istanbul
13h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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06:30 - 18:25IST  Istanbul-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
13h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£185Lufthansa
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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07:00 - 22:45NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-IST Istanbul
13h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:05 - 23:25IST  Istanbul-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
6h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£187Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nice to Istanbul Airport flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nice to Istanbul Airport. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nice to Istanbul Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Nice to Istanbul Airport at £211 return.
•August (£436) and July (£356) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Nice to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Nice to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Nice to Istanbul

 
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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.

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Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Key details for Nice to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£95
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Nice to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Nice to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nice to Istanbul 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 Istanbul Airport 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 Istanbul Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:30 and lands at 13:33
    • Latest: departs at 19:30 and lands at 22:33.

    The flight takes about 3h 03m.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Nice to Istanbul Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Nice to Istanbul Airport?

    A direct flight from Nice to Istanbul Airport takes 3h 03m, covering 1,106 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nice to Istanbul Airport?

    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 Istanbul Airport flight?

    Return flights from Nice to Istanbul Airport range from £224 to £331, with an average of £265 over the past 12 months. Anything below £224 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Nice to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the £265 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £170 return via Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH), compared with £266 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Nice to Istanbul Airport?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Nice to Istanbul Airport flights. 88% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £20–£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 Istanbul Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and MEA. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Nice to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Nice to Istanbul Airport flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Nice to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £129, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £8 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

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

    Flights from Nice to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Nice to Istanbul Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Nice to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Nice to Istanbul Airport route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 55m.

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

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

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Nice to Istanbul Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £251 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £281, a difference of £30.

    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 Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Nice and Istanbul Airport.

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

    Flying via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 20m, compared to 6h 26m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 6h 51m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Nice and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 1 hour ahead of Nice (Turkey Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Turkish Airlines: 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 Istanbul Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average £251, about £30 less than Monday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nice to Istanbul Airport trip for January. Fares historically average £211 return in that month – typically £225 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £170 return on this route – about £97 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Nice to Istanbul?

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

Direct departures

Nice Côte d'Azur to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines

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Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

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Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

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Sunday

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Nice Côte d'Azur

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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