- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
Leading fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, antiquities and relief maps. A major cultural stop in Lille.
Flights from Nice to Lille depart on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 833 km distance in 1h 40m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 833 km |
Average flight duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Flights per day 2 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Cheapest price
£119
Average price
£140
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
833 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Nice to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Lille will cost around £140 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £119.
Of the 3 flights that leave Nice for Lille every day 3 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 42 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 40 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.
U21611
V72525
U21615
U21611
U21615
V72525Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £86.
Distance: 833 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£110 Average Price | £130 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 31m Average total duration 15h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Nice to Lille flights for today, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
U21615 | 20:15 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 1h40 | 21:55 Lille Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
V72525 | 22:45 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 1h45 | 0:30 Lille Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 10 August | |||||
U21611 | 6:00 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 1h40 | 7:40 Lille Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
V72525 | 9:25 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 1h45 | 11:10 Lille Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Leading fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, antiquities and relief maps. A major cultural stop in Lille.
Museum inside a former hospice, showing Flemish paintings, furniture and chapel spaces in a historic setting.
Modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d'Ascq with sculpture park, major exhibitions and spacious galleries.
Historic old quarter with cobbled streets, Flemish façades, boutiques and lively squares. Ideal for wandering and photographs.
Central square framed by grand buildings and the Goddess Column. A key meeting point and classic starting place for visits.
Large urban park around the citadel with paths, water, lawns and woodland. Popular for walking, jogging and relaxing.
A rich beef and onion stew slow-cooked with local bière de garde and pain d'épices, long associated with Flemish cooking in Lille.
Half a chicken braised with Maroilles cheese, cream and beer. It is a northern classic showcasing the region’s pungent local cheese.
A savoury tart topped with Maroilles cheese, cream and eggs. Popular across French Flanders and commonly found in Lille brasseries.
Refined restaurant serving modern French cooking in an intimate setting, a strong choice for a more formal meal in central Lille.
Traditional estaminet style near the old town, known for carbonade, Welsh and other hearty northern specialities in a lively setting.
Historic Lille institution famed for filled waffles, pastries and an elegant tea room atmosphere close to Grand'Place.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels cost less than Paris, while local transport and everyday food remain fairly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up in taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Lille 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 Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nice to Lille flights use the Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lille Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Lille airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
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.
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.
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