Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is five hours behind Nice.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your NCE to Ottawa flight.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from NCE to Ottawa with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
NCE is around 4 miles from central Nice. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to NCE? If you've booked an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Cote D'Azur Airport's on-time performance, 74.5% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Ottawa
$331 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa flight. A return plane ticket right now is $593. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from NCE to Ottawa if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from NCE to Ottawa by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find a cheap flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to the center of Ottawa takes about 20 minutes by car. The center is roughly 15 miles away.
Traveling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.
Getting in late on a flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa? Collect your luggage and head straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good options close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Start your adventure sooner with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Ottawa and beyond.
To lock in the best rate, book your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks before your flight from NCE to Ottawa. Prices typically increase closer to your travel date.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa has landed, you can reach the city center in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 8 miles from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near YOW. Kick back and get cozy after your NCE to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport can be found at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before booking your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 55ºF to 81ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºF and 28ºF. Look for a cheap ticket from NCE to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Ottawa, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 220 miles south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you want to check out another side of Canada, head for Montreal, about 95 miles east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are key highlights.
