How to get from Istanbul to Nice
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 3h 05m, from €135.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Nice. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 3h 05m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1803 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €72, on Fri, Aug 21.
This fare comes from a search on August 25, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
Istanbul to Nice: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Nice Côte d'Azurflight
Pegasus Airlines·3h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Istanbul to Nice prices by travel date
Gold is the cheapest day we found. Tap a day and the panel and the button lock to that date.
2 ways from Istanbul to Nice: flight, bus
How the trip from Istanbul to Nice works
Start with a Pegasus Airlines flight from Istanbul to Nice, about 3h 5m. In total it's roughly €135 over 3h 5m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Nice
DepartureIstanbulWho runs Istanbul to Nice
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Nice Côte d'AzurSee live options and dates →
Wizz AirSee live options and dates →
Turkish AirlinesSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Istanbul to Nice: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Nice?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 3h 05m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Nice from Istanbul?+−
About 1803 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Nice cost?+−
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €96 to €280. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Nice?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 3h 05m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Nice?+−
About 3h 05m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and Nice?+−
Istanbul is SAW and Nice is NCE, so this route is usually written SAW to NCE.
Which operators run Istanbul to Nice?+−
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Nice?+−
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?+−
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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