NCE - Nice-Côte d'''Azur Airport
Nice, France
IATA Code: NCE · Nice, France
The airport code NCE is the IATA identifier for Nice-Côte d'''Azur Airport. You may also find it referred to as Nice Airport (NCE).
Nice-Côte d'''Azur Airport (NCE) serves Nice, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
NCE is the IATA airport code for Nice-Côte d'''Azur Airport, located in Nice, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 43.6584°N, 7.2159°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- NCE
- City
- Nice
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 43.6584°
- Longitude
- 7.2159°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from NCE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEQ - Cannes | 25 km | $386 | $1/passenger |
| FRJ - Frejus | 47 km | $725 | $1/passenger |
| LTT - La Môle | 78 km | $1,203 | $2/passenger |
| ALL - Albenga | 85 km | $1,311 | $3/passenger |
| CUF - Cuneo | 104 km | $1,605 | $3/passenger |
| TLN - Hyeres | 107 km | $1,651 | $3/passenger |
| CTT - Le Castellet | 124 km | $1,913 | $4/passenger |
| GOA - Genoa | 154 km | $2,376 | $5/passenger |
| MRS - Marseille | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| CLY - Calvi | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| AVN - Avignon | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| XOG - Orange | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 199 km | $3,070 | $6/passenger |
| MFX - Ajaccio | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| BIA - Bastia | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| FNI - Nimes | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| VAF - Valence | 227 km | $3,502 | $7/passenger |
| QLP - Sarzana (SP) | 227 km | $3,502 | $7/passenger |
| AJA - Ajaccio | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| GNB - Grenoble | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| CMF - Chambery | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| OBS - Aubenas-vals-lanas | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| PSA - Pisa | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
| LIN - Milan | 257 km | $3,965 | $8/passenger |
| PRP - Propriano | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| MPL - Montpellier | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| SOZ - Solenzara | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| EBA - Marina Di Campo | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| PMF - Parma | 278 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| FSC - Figari | 285 km | $4,397 | $9/passenger |
| LYS - Lyon | 285 km | $4,397 | $9/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 285 km | $4,397 | $9/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 292 km | $4,505 | $9/passenger |
| LUG - Lugano | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 300 km | $4,628 | $9/passenger |
| ZJI - Locarno | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| BZR - Beziers | 314 km | $4,844 | $10/passenger |
| VBS - Brescia | 316 km | $4,875 | $10/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| FLR - Florence | 321 km | $4,952 | $10/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 324 km | $4,999 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your NCE Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from NCE
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Nice
Nice experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through NCE
As a European airport, NCE falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via NCE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Nice-Côte d'''Azur Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from NCE
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to NCE are CEQ, FRJ, LTT — consider these for potentially lower fares