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Cheapest return flight
$1,533
Typical prices: $1,577-$2,753
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/4Thu 31/5
MEL - NCE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$619
Typical prices: $992-$1,400
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/1
MEL - NCE • 2 stops
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Nice. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $2,097 (return)
Shortest trip • 21h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Nice (MEL-NCE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Nice

Sun, 25 Apr - Mon, 31 May
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16:10 - 14:10MEL  Melbourne-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
30h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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15:55 - 22:20NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-MEL Melbourne
22h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,533Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Sun, 25 Apr - Mon, 31 May
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18:45 - 14:10MEL  Melbourne-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
27h 25m2 stops Perth Doha Hamad Intl
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15:55 - 04:55NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-MEL Melbourne
29h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,663Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Sun, 10 Jan - Sun, 14 Feb
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23:40 - 13:15MEL  Melbourne-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
23h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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08:55 - 05:45NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-MEL Melbourne
34h 50m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Doha Hamad Intl
$1,788Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Sun, 25 Apr - Mon, 31 May
British Airways Logo
07:25 - 10:50MEL  Melbourne-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
35h 25m2 stops Hong Kong Intl London Heathrow
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15:45 - 05:15NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-MEL Melbourne
29h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,799British Airways
1 day ago
Sun, 2 May - Thu, 6 May
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15:55 - 13:00MEL  Melbourne-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
29h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi London Heathrow
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11:25 - 05:15NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-MEL Melbourne
33h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,950British Airways
1 day ago
Sun, 2 May - Thu, 6 May
British Airways Logo
15:55 - 13:00MEL  Melbourne-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
29h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
11:25 - 05:15NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-MEL Melbourne
33h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,958British Airways
13 hours ago
Sun, 10 Jan - Sun, 14 Feb
Emirates Logo
22:30 - 12:35MEL  Melbourne-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
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14:30 - 06:25NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-MEL Melbourne
29h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
$2,326Emirates
2 days ago
Sun, 10 Jan - Sun, 14 Feb
Emirates Logo
06:15 - 12:35MEL  Melbourne-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
40h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
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14:30 - 10:15NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-MEL Melbourne
33h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi
$2,385Emirates
2 days ago
Fri, 23 Apr - Sun, 23 May
Emirates Logo
21:15 - 13:30MEL  Melbourne-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
15:50 - 05:30NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-MEL Melbourne
29h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$2,582Emirates
2 days ago
Mon, 3 May - Fri, 2 Jul
Virgin Australia Logo
15:10 - 14:10MEL  Melbourne-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
31h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Virgin Australia Logo
15:55 - 22:20NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-MEL Melbourne
22h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$11,507Virgin Australia
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Nice flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Nice?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Nice typically range from $1,577 to $2,753. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,533 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Nice?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Nice. It's 23% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 47% higher.

Key details for Melbourne Airport to Nice flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$619
Beat the crowds with an average 88% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 77% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Nice

When to book flights from Melbourne to Nice

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Nice based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Nice flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Nice?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Nice:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nice?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Nice takes 00m, covering 26,407 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Nice?

    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 much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Nice flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Nice range from $1,577 to $2,753, with an average of $2,065 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,577 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Nice looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Nice are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,032, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)?

    Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Ok Mobility

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Nice?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Nice usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Nice pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Nice most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 71% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Nice. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,596 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $3,041, a difference of $1,445.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Nice?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 46m, compared to 23h 18m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 23h 22m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Nice?

    Nice is 10 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Central European Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Nice?

    Old Town Vieille Ville is one of the most viewed places in Nice on KAYAK.

  • Where can I have a stopover between Melbourne and Nice?

    If you prefer to break long-haul flights up with a stop or two along the way, you have plenty of options between Melbourne and Nice. For example, flights with Emirates and Qantas generally come with a stop in Dubai (DXB), flights with Lufthansa often come with stopovers in Hong Kong (HKG) and Frankfurt (FRA), and flights with Qatar Airways usually come with a stop in Doha (DOH) and then a second stop in a European city like Madrid (MAD).

  • Are there any pay-per-use lounges at Melbourne Airport?

    If you don’t have an airline membership that gives you access to a lounge, you can still wait in comfort and style at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. In the departures area of Terminal 2 (International Terminal), you’ll find several pay-per-use lounges available, with no special membership requirements. The best way to compare these open-access lounges and book your lounge pass is to head to the Melbourne Airport website. There, you can compare the facilities, prices and availability of Marhaba Lounge, The House Lounge and Plaza Premium Lounge.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Nice flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,596, about $1,445 less than Saturday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Nice trip for October. Fares historically average $1,516 return in that month – typically $1,606 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport.

    • ibis budget Nice Aéroport Promenade des Anglais
    • Campanile Prime - Nice Airport
    • Novotel Nice Arénas Aéroport
  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is one of the main hubs for Qantas, Virgin and Jetstar. Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) is a focus city for France’s flagship carrier, Air France, and the low-cost airline easyJet.
  • If you’re travelling to Nice and can’t bring your furry friend along, Melbourne Airport has a great option for ensuring your pet is well taken care of in your absence. Hanrob Pet Hotel, located within the airport grounds, provides top-notch services such as gourmet meals, video calls and more.
  • Before booking your flights between Melbourne and Nice, it’s a good idea to compare checked luggage allowances through KAYAK. You will find significant variations between airlines. For example, Qantas and Emirates generally offer a 30 kg bag for these flights, while airlines like China Eastern and Lufthansa offer a 23 kg checked bag.

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