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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 412
Typical prices: C$ 445-C$ 657
SWISS, Lufthansa
Mon 19/11Fri 23/11
ZRH - NCE • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 424
Typical prices: C$ 445-C$ 657
SWISS
Sat 22/12Thu 27/12
ZRH - NCE • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with SWISS. Average duration is 1h 12m
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Most punctual • 68% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 203 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to Nice (ZRH-NCE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Zurich to Nice

Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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7:35 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
1h 10mdirect
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7:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-ZRH Zurich
5h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
C$ 412Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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7:35 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
1h 10mdirect
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7:40 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-ZRH Zurich
12h 50m1 stop Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
C$ 413SWISS
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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8:15 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
14h 30m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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5:55 p.m. - 7:35 a.m.NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-ZRH Zurich
13h 40m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
C$ 422easyJet
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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9:10 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
14h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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1:55 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-ZRH Zurich
8h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 424British Airways
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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7:35 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
1h 10mdirect
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9:45 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-ZRH Zurich
1h 20mdirect
C$ 427SWISS
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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6:15 a.m. - 5:40 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
11h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
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3:35 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-ZRH Zurich
6h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 429British Airways
Wed, 30 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
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7:35 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
1h 10mdirect
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6:15 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-ZRH Zurich
3h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 430Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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3:40 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
5h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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3:45 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-ZRH Zurich
6h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 436British Airways
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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9:10 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
16h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
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1:55 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-ZRH Zurich
8h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 437British Airways
Sat, 7 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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10:55 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
3h 35m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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9:40 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-ZRH Zurich
1h 20mdirect
C$ 438Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Zurich to Nice flights

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

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

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Nice at C$ 392 round-trip.
•June (C$ 591) and July (C$ 584) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Zurich to Nice the cheapest?

Flights from Zurich to Nice are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Zurich to Nice flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 97
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 71% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Zurich to Nice

When to book flights from Zurich to Nice

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:05 am and lands at 8:17 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:10 pm and lands at 6:22 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 12m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Zurich to Nice:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Zurich to Nice take?

    A direct flight from Zurich to Nice takes 1h 12m, covering 699 km.

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

    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 Zurich to Nice flight?

    Round-trip flights from Zurich to Nice range from C$ 445 to C$ 657, with an average of C$ 548 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 445 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the C$ 548 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Zurich to Nice?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 203 round-trip via Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI), compared to C$ 547 for direct.

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

    SWISS is the only airline operating Zurich to Nice flights. 68% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 33–C$ 140 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 Zurich to Nice?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SWISS. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Zurich to Nice flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 33%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between Zurich and Nice?

    Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Zurich and Nice is around C$ 412 round-trip, with a flight time of about 1h 10m. Recent bus fares are around C$ 155 round-trip, with a trip time of about 10h 45m. Compared with flying, recent bus fares are roughly 63% lower. However, taking the bus takes about 9+ hours longer each way.

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

    One-way fares from Zurich to Nice are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 142, which is 64% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)?

    Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 15 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Ok Mobility
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Zurich to Nice usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE).

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

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

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

    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 Zurich to Nice route, 32% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 22m.

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

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

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Zurich to Nice. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 486 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 583, a difference of C$ 97.

    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 Zurich to Nice?

    Only SWISS operates flights between Zurich and Nice.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Zurich to Nice?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 32m, compared with 4h 56m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 10h 37m via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

  • Which popular places can I visit in Nice?

    Some of the most popular sights in Nice are Place Massena and Colline du château. These are among the most viewed places in Nice on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Zurich to Nice flights:

    • SWISS: 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 Zurich to Nice flights?

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

    • SWISS: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Helvetic Airways: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • Edelweiss Air: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • Can I bring my pet on the flight?

    Swiss International Air Lines allows pets to travel in the cabin or cargo, subject to specific requirements and fees. They have dedicated guidelines and processes to ensure your pets' safety and comfort during the journey. On the other hand, easyJet does not allow pets in the cabin, except for recognized assistance dogs. They have clear policies in place to adhere to regulatory standards and ensure the well-being of all passengers.

  • Do the airlines provide services for children?

    International Air Lines offers special services for children to make their travel experience more comfortable and enjoyable. They assist unaccompanied minors and offer child-friendly meals on board. EasyJet provides a Kids package, which includes priority boarding, a free cabin bag, and onboard games and activities to keep children entertained during the flight.

  • What transportation options are available from the airport?

    Upon arrival in Nice, several transportation options are available to get you to your destination. Taxis are readily available at Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), and companies like Uber operate there, providing convenient and reliable transportation. Additionally, you can opt for the bus service provided by Lignes d'Azur, which offers connections to various locations in Nice and the surrounding areas.

  • Can I request special dietary meals on the flight?

    Swiss International Air Lines accommodates special dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. They understand the importance of catering to diverse dietary needs and strive to provide suitable meals during the flight. easyJet, being a low-cost carrier, offers limited food options onboard. However, you are allowed to bring your own snacks or meals that meet your specific dietary requirements.

Your guide to booking Zurich to Nice 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 486, about C$ 97 less than Saturday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zurich to Nice trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 392 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 199 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 Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 203 round-trip on this route – about C$ 344 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 Nice Côte d'Azur Airport.

    • ibis budget Nice Aéroport Promenade des Anglais
    • Novotel Nice Arénas Aéroport
    • greet Hotel Nice Aéroport Promenade des Anglais
  • When searching for affordable flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Nice (NCE), it's important to consider the ticket classes different airlines offer. Swiss International Air Lines provides a range of options to cater to different preferences and budgets. They offer First, Business, and Economy Class, ensuring a comfortable journey for all passengers. easyJet, known for its low-cost model, offers a single class with affordable fares.
  • Some airlines go the extra mile to enhance your travel experience. Swiss International Air Lines provides a wide range of in-flight entertainment options, comfortable seating, and complimentary meals and beverages. Their state-of-the-art entertainment systems, comfortable seats, and delicious food offerings ensure an enjoyable journey. easyJet offers a buy-on-board service, allowing you to purchase snacks and drinks during the flight.
  • If you're conscious of the environmental impact of air travel, consider airlines that prioritize low carbon emissions. Swiss International Air Lines is committed to sustainability and has implemented various measures to reduce its environmental footprint. They use sustainable aviation fuel and operate fuel-efficient aircraft, contributing to lower carbon emissions. easyJet, too, has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon emissions and strives to operate in an environmentally responsible manner.
  • When booking your flights, it's essential to consider the layover durations and locations. Some flights may have layovers in cities like Geneva or Basel. Layovers allow you to explore these cities if you have enough time. You can use airport facilities such as lounges and duty-free shopping or experience local culture.
  • Familiarize yourself with the baggage policies of the airlines you are considering. Swiss International Air Lines typically allows one carry-on bag and personal item, with specific size and weight restrictions. The carry-on bag should typically weigh 17.6 lbs. easyJet has a more flexible approach that allows you to purchase additional baggage allowance if needed.

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Direct departures

Zurich to Nice Côte d'Azur

Monday

SWISS

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Tuesday

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SWISS

Wednesday

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Thursday

SWISS

SWISS

Friday

SWISS

SWISS

Saturday

SWISS

SWISS

Sunday

SWISS

SWISS

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Direct returns

Nice Côte d'Azur to Zurich

Monday

SWISS

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Tuesday

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SWISS

Wednesday

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Thursday

SWISS

SWISS

Friday

SWISS

SWISS

Saturday

SWISS

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Sunday

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