Direct (nonstop) flights from Nice to Frankfurt

1 airline flys nonstop from Cote D Azur Airport (NCE) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). It's 446 miles (717 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by Lufthansa.

NCE
Cote D Azur Airport
🇫🇷 Nice, France
FRA
Frankfurt Airport
🇩🇪 Frankfurt, Germany
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
446 mi
717 km
CO₂/pax
82 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Lufthansa
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Lufthansa Lufthansa

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lufthansa LH Lufthansa
Route
NCE → FRA
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
446 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nice to Frankfurt with one stop · direct emits 82 kg CO₂ per passenger

NCE STR (Stuttgart) FRA
Leg 1: 1h 20m (360 mi) Leg 2: 50m (98 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 110 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NCE → STR
1h 20m · 360 mi
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Leg 2
STR → FRA
50m · 98 mi
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NCE GVA (Geneva) FRA
Leg 1: 1h (185 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (287 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NCE → GVA
1h · 185 mi
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Leg 2
GVA → FRA
1h 15m · 287 mi
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NCE LUX (Luxembourg) FRA
Leg 1: 1h 25m (415 mi) Leg 2: 50m (109 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NCE → LUX
1h 25m · 415 mi
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Leg 2
LUX → FRA
50m · 109 mi
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NCE SXB (Strasbourg) FRA
Leg 1: 1h 20m (337 mi) Leg 2: 55m (112 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 108 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NCE → SXB
1h 20m · 337 mi
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Leg 2
SXB → FRA
55m · 112 mi
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NCE BSL (Basel, Switzerland/Mulhouse) FRA
Leg 1: 1h 15m (272 mi) Leg 2: 1h (175 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 107 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NCE → BSL
1h 15m · 272 mi
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Leg 2
BSL → FRA
1h · 175 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nice to Frankfurt?

A nonstop flight from Nice (NCE) to Frankfurt (FRA) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 446 miles (717 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nice to Frankfurt?

Just Lufthansa.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nice to Frankfurt?

Yes. 1 airline: Lufthansa.

How far is Nice from Frankfurt?

The flight distance from Nice to Frankfurt is 446 miles (717 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Nice to Frankfurt?

At 1h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from France to Germany?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Germany embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Nice to Frankfurt?

Roughly 82 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 410 km.

Is the return flight from Frankfurt to Nice also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nice to Frankfurt?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Cote D Azur Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.