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Cheapest return flight
€160
Typical prices: €123-€242
Air Serbia
Wed 24/1Sun 28/1
OTP - NCE • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
€236
Typical prices: €119-€233
Wizz Air, TAROM
Mon 17/12Thu 20/12
OTP - NCE • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Wizz Air and TAROM. Average duration is 2h 45m
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Cheapest • 24% average savings
Most popular
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Most punctual • 84% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 33% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg €195 (return)
Shortest trip • 5h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bucharest to Nice (BUH-NCE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Bucharest to Nice

Sun, 24 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
Air Serbia Logo
15:50 - 19:45OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
4h 55m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
09:50 - 03:10NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
16h 20m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
€160Air Serbia
3+ days ago
Wed, 10 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
Air Serbia Logo
15:50 - 09:05OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
18h 15m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
09:50 - 15:20NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
4h 30m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
€161Air Serbia
2 days ago
Sun, 24 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
Air Serbia Logo
15:50 - 19:45OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
4h 55m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
09:50 - 03:10NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
16h 20m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
€162Air Serbia
3+ days ago
Thu, 17 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 08:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
2h 45mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:30 - 03:10NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
5h 40m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
€177Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
SWISS Logo
06:30 - 14:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
8h 30m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
19:10 - 01:15NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
5h 05m1 stop Zurich
€190SWISS
1 day ago
Wed, 16 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
Air Serbia Logo
04:30 - 09:05OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
5h 35m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
20:30 - 03:10NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
5h 40m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
€196Air Serbia
2 days ago
Thu, 10 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 14:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
8h 30m1 stop Zurich
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:15 - 01:00NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
5h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
€210Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Sat, 12 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
SWISS Logo
16:40 - 18:55OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
27h 15m2 stops Zurich Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
SWISS Logo
09:40 - 01:15NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
14h 35m1 stop Zurich
€213SWISS
1 day ago
Thu, 10 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 14:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
8h 30m1 stop Zurich
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14:25 - 23:55NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
8h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
€220Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, 12 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
SWISS Logo
06:30 - 08:45OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
27h 15m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
19:10 - 01:15NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
5h 05m1 stop Zurich
€223SWISS
2 days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Bucharest to Nice flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Bucharest to Nice?

Return flights from Bucharest to Nice typically range from €123 to €242. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was €160 on Air Serbia.

What is the cheapest Bucharest to Nice flight route?

Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) to Nice (NCE) is the cheapest Bucharest to Nice route, averaging €111 return. Other Bucharest to Nice routes average €180, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bucharest to Nice. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Nice at €117 return.
•August (€211) and July (€211) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Bucharest to Nice the cheapest?

Flights from Bucharest to Nice are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Bucharest to Nice flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

€74
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 86% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Nice

When to book flights from Bucharest to Nice

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Nice?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 06:05 and lands at 08:50
    • Latest: departs at 16:30 and lands at 19:15.

    The flight takes about 2h 45m.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Bucharest to Nice.

  • How long is a flight from Bucharest to Nice?

    A direct flight from Bucharest to Nice takes 2h 45m, covering 2,427 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Nice flight?

    Return flights from Bucharest to Nice range from €123 to €242, with an average of €175 over the past 12 months. Anything below €123 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 42% above the €175 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Bucharest to Nice?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average €169 return, compared with €195 via a stopover through Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

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

    TAROM is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Wizz Air has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Bucharest to Nice flights are:

    • TAROM: 84% on time
    • Wizz Air: 70% on time
    • Animawings: 67% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 71% of the time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge €16–€89 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Bucharest to Nice flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Bucharest to Nice are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €100, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging €48 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Bucharest to Nice may depart from several airports in Bucharest area, including Bucharest Baneasa (BBU) and Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP). Flights usually arrive at Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE).

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

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Nice route, 29% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.

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

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

    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Bucharest to Nice. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at €158 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at €200, a difference of €42.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Bucharest to Nice?

    2 airlines operate flights between Bucharest and Nice. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Wizz Air
    • TAROM

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Bucharest to Nice?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 09m, compared to 5h 12m via Vienna Intl (VIE) and 5h 18m via Zurich (ZRH).

  • What is the time difference between Bucharest and Nice?

    Nice is 1 hour behind Bucharest (Central European Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Nice?

    Some of the most popular sights in Nice are Place Massena, Palais des Expositions, and Place du Palais de Justice. These are among the most viewed places in Nice on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Bucharest to Nice flights:

    • Wizz Air: offers extra legroom; 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 Bucharest to Nice flights?

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

    • Wizz Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • TAROM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Animawings: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Your guide to booking Bucharest 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average €158, about €42 less than Thursday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bucharest to Nice trip for November. Fares historically average €117 return in that month – typically €94 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with TAROM. Over the past three months, 84% of TAROM flights from Bucharest to Nice arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 71%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 02m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • 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
    • Campanile Prime - Nice Airport
    • Novotel Nice Arénas Aéroport

Prefer to fly direct from Bucharest to Nice Côte d'Azur?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Bucharest to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Bucharest to Nice Côte d'Azur

Monday

Wizz Air

Wizz Air

Tuesday

Wizz Air

Wizz Air

Wednesday

TAROM,Wizz Air

TAROM,Wizz Air

Thursday

Wizz Air,TAROM

Wizz Air,TAROM

Saturday

TAROM,Wizz Air

TAROM,Wizz Air

Sunday

TAROM

TAROM

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Direct returns

Nice Côte d'Azur to Bucharest

Monday

Wizz Air

Wizz Air

Tuesday

Wizz Air

Wizz Air

Wednesday

TAROM,Wizz Air

TAROM,Wizz Air

Thursday

Wizz Air,TAROM

Wizz Air,TAROM

Saturday

TAROM,Wizz Air

TAROM,Wizz Air

Sunday

TAROM

TAROM

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