Flying from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Nice, where Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is located.
To avoid missing your NCE to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from NCE to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
NCE is around 6 kilometers from central Nice. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to NCE? If you're catching an early flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Mexico City, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
76% of flights that leave from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to Mexico City
P30,076 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Mexico City flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P43,732. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from NCE to Mexico City, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Mexico City ticket.
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Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 13 kilometers. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from NCE to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Mexico City has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 56 kilometers from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours on public transport.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your NCE to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from NLU.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Mexico City. September is the busiest month for a trip to Mexico City. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in November.
Book a Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from NCE to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Mexico City:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are must-do's during your Mexico City adventure.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mexico City, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Journey around 467 kilometers west to Guadalajara to tick off its top sights. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 105 kilometers southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
