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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nice to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Nice to Bucharest

Alternative Nice to Bucharest routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Nice to Bucharest? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Nice to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 615
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineWizz Air Malta
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Nice to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from Nice to Bucharest is R 1,540. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Nice to Bucharest.
Wizz Air Malta, TAROM and Animawings fly direct from Nice to Bucharest.
As of February 2025, there are 14 flights per week flying from Nice to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from Nice to Bucharest is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from Nice Airport, the cheapest airport near Bucharest is Bucharest Otopeni – which is 14.8 km away from the centre of Bucharest. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,540.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nice Airport to Bucharest on Thursday, 13 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bucharest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bucharest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 1°C. July is typically the warmest month in Bucharest, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest is 2 hours 37 minutes.

  • Bucharest is 1 hour ahead of Nice, where Cote D'Azur Airport is located. Bucharest operates on the UTC+2 timezone.

  • With 8 weekly flights between the two airports, Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the busiest route. Wizz Air Malta operates the earliest flight at 08:10. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from NCE to OTP is with Wizz Air Malta at 23:40.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from NCE to Bucharest.

  • Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Bucharest are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) will be where your journey ends.

  • Wizz Air Malta is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from NCE to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Zurich Airport (ZRH)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • You can visit Romania for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from France. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.

  • Located around 8 kilometres from central Nice, NCE can be reached in about 13 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 42 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near NCE:

How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Bucharest

  • R 615 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,540. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from NCE to Bucharest, book your trip 10 months ahead of your departure date.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from checking for cheap tickets from NCE to Bucharest every day.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest.

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 34 minutes.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 36 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near OTP:

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Bucharest, consider the pace you like to travel at.

  • Before locking in your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from NCE to Bucharest in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.

More about Bucharest

  • Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Old Town, Herastrau Park and Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman) are major attractions which should feature on any good Bucharest itinerary.

Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Bucharest isn't our only cool trick. Check out our car rentals in Bucharest and explore at your own pace. We find deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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