Travelling from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is 4 hours behind Nice, where Cote D'Azur Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from NCE to Rio De Janeiro, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from NCE to Rio De Janeiro that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you have a passport from France and are travelling to Brazil for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on your reason for visiting and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
NCE is around 8 kilometres from central Nice. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 13 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 42 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to NCE? If you're catching an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Rio De Janeiro
$794 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rio De Janeiro. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,179. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NCE to Rio De Janeiro if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 3 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 16 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from NCE to Rio De Janeiro at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rio De Janeiro while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Rio De Janeiro, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Book your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from NCE to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are must-do's during your Rio De Janeiro adventure.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Rio De Janeiro to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find everything you need to know about car rentals in Rio De Janeiro, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.