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Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Flights from Lille to Nice depart on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 833 km distance in 1h 45m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 833 km |
Average flight duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Flights per day 2 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 45m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
833 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lille to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Nice will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £66.
Of the 2 flights that leave Lille for Nice every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 833 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
U21616
U21612
U21616
U21612Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lille to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £83.
Distance: 833 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach |
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£122 Average Price | £141 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 38m Average total duration 16h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Lille to Nice flights for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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V72524 | 7:00 Lille Airport | 1h45 | 8:45 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U21612 | 8:10 Lille Airport | 1h45 | 9:55 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U21614 | 21:45 Lille Airport | 1h45 | 23:30 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Major collection of works by Marc Chagall, especially his Biblical Message cycle, in a purpose-built museum.
Museum of modern and contemporary art with strong twentieth-century collections and rooftop terraces near Place Garibaldi.
Famous seafront promenade for walking, cycling and beach views, lined with palms and Belle Époque façades.
Historic old town of narrow lanes, baroque churches, markets and lively squares, ideal for wandering on foot.
Grand square between the old town and modern centre, known for arcades, sculptures and evening illumination.
Thin chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven with olive oil and pepper. A signature Niçoise street food with Ligurian roots.
Salad of raw seasonal vegetables, tomatoes, olives, anchovies, tuna and egg. It is the classic dish most associated with Nice.
Small round tart filled with onions, anchovies and olives. A traditional Niçoise snack often sold in bakeries and markets.
Elegant dining room serving refined Mediterranean cuisine with sea views on the Promenade des Anglais. Good for a more polished meal.
Traditional Niçoise restaurant in the old town known for local classics such as petits farcis and stockfish in a warm, rustic setting.
Lively institution near Cours Saleya famous for socca, petits farcis and other Niçoise staples in a busy, old-school dining room.
Nice is pricier than many French cities, with higher hotel and seafront dining costs, though buses, trams and simple local eateries help keep daily spending manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Nice Côte d'Azur Airport -> Jean Médecin, Nice
Flying from Lille to Nice is a fast and convenient mode of transport between these two French cities. Nice is known for its marvelous white sandy beaches, bustling street culture and bright sunshine. The distance from Lille to Nice is 833 kilometers, and it usually takes a direct flight two hours eight minutes to reach its destination. There are numerous direct and indirect flights operating on this route with daily scheduled flights. Although direct flights are the quickest, indirect flights with changes rarely exceed six hours for total flight duration.
There are numerous international airlines plying the Lille to Nice route, and they include Air France, easyJet and HOP!. These airlines all provide direct flights from Lille to Nice, as well as offering indirect options too. easyJet offers the most direct flights on this route.
A flight from Lille to Nice takes an average time of two hours eight minutes. For direct flights, the fastest time from Lille to Nice is usually one hour 40 minutes. For stopover flights, the quickest flight time is around two hours 50 minutes. The stopover waiting time varies from 1-2 hours and the connecting flight can take as long as four hours 15 minutes, especially if it has two stopovers.
Three airlines regularly operate flights from Lille to Nice, with as many as 19 flights on offer per week. Air France operates one direct flight from Lille to Nice daily with the offer being increased to two flights on Saturdays. The flights are scheduled throughout the day and are convenient for both business travellers and tourists. Several indirect flights depart from Lille to Nice every day of the week, with one scheduled every three hours.
Departure airport: Lille Lesquin Airport is the departure airport for Lille Nice flights. The airport is located 10 kilometers south of the city center. It takes about 20 minutes to get from the center of Lille to the airport by car. Local buses are also available to transport passengers to the airport. Taxis offer a quick transport option and are available 24/7, although they are considerably more expensive. Airport facilities include six car park zones, with long and short stay options. Other facilities include restaurants, bars, ATMs, currency exchange, passenger lounges, and free WiFi.
Arrival airport: the arrival airport from Lille to Nice is the Nice Cote d'Azur Airport. The airport is located 5.9 kilometers south-west of Nice and is conveniently linked to the city by shuttle buses at both terminals. It takes about 15 minutes from the airport to the city center. A train is also available at any time and transports travellers to the city center in only 10 minutes. Some of the facilities found at the airport include free WiFi connection, shops, restaurants, pharmacy, currency exchange bureau, and rental cars.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Nice by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lille to Nice flights use the Lille Airport to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Lille and Nice airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Lille Airport is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lille Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Airport.
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nice Cote d'Azur Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Cote d'Azur Airport: Elevators, assistance.
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