- 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 42m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £32 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. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 833 km |
Average flight duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Flights per day 2 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£72
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£91
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
1 h 40 m
Flights on 24 Sept
4
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 £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £72.
On Thu 24 Sept, we found 4 flights from Nice to Lille, including 4 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 833 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 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 40 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.
1611
U21611
U21615
1615
1615
1611
U21611
U21615Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £94 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £94, while a train costs an average of £157.
Distance: 833 km
| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£116 Average Price | £157 Average Price | £94 Average Price Cheapest | £266 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 19m Average total duration 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 58m Average total duration 16h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The table below shows live departures for Nice to Lille flights for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
U21615 | 18:40 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 1h40 | 20:20 Lille Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
V72525 | 21:55 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 1h45 | 23:40 Lille Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 24 September | |||||
U21611 | 6:10 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 1h40 | 7:50 Lille Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
1611 | 6:10 Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 1h40 | 7:50 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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