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You can fly direct with Lufthansa. Average duration is 1h 39m
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $275 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main (NCE-FRA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nice to Frankfurt am Main

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NCE  Nice Cote d'Azur Airport-FRA Frankfurt Airport
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Price, demand and travel trends for Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport at $353 round-trip.
  • March ($499) and May ($475) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Nice to Frankfurt am Main

 
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Key details for Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Low season

December
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.

When to book flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main

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Your Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Only Lufthansa operates flights between Nice and Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport usually depart from Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE) and arrive at Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Singapore Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • ANA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $275 round-trip via Rome Fiumicino (FCO), compared to $433 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa and easyJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $351 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $474, a difference of $123. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 28 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Frankfurt am Main Airport are Frankfurt Central Station, Congress Center Messe Frankfurt and Römerberg. These are among the most viewed places in Frankfurt am Main Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:10 am and lands at 7:49 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:15 pm and lands at 8:54 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 39m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 13% above the route average of $426. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 1h 39m, covering 445 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How does Lufthansa’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Lufthansa is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while easyJet has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights are:

    • Lufthansa: 81% on time
    • easyJet: 75% on time
    • Air France: 60% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 79% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 34m, compared with 4h 56m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 8h 05m via Rome Fiumicino (FCO).

  • What car rental options are available at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Wheego
    · Alamo
    · Europcar
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport range from $354 to $507, with an average of $426 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $351 - about $123 less than Monday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip for December. Fares historically average $353 round-trip in that month - typically $146 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Lufthansa is the strongest pick on this route. 81% of Lufthansa flights from Nice to Frankfurt am Main Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 79%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 28 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $275 round-trip on this route - about $158 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
    - Intercityhotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
    - Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport By IHG
    - Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Conference Center

Prefer to fly direct from Nice to Frankfurt am Main?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Nice Côte d'Azur to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Nice Côte d'Azur

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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