Dublin to Nice, Alpes-Maritimes (DUB–NCE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DUB–NCE is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Aer Lingus lead the route. The flight covers 911 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 81 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 8 | 73H, 7M8 | 2h35 | – | – | – |
| EI Aer Lingus | 7 | 320 | 2h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nice, Alpes-Maritimes from Dublin
| Metric | DUB→NCE | LPL→NCE | ORK→NCE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DUB | – | 141 mi | 144 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 15 | 6 | 2 |
| Flight time | 2h 35m | 2h 20m | 2h 20m |
Travel Essentials
DUB: IST · NCE: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dublin, it's 7:00 PM in Nice, Alpes-Maritimes.
Irish passport holders enter France visa-free for unlimited stays as EU citizens. No fee, no advance application. A valid Irish passport is required. Ireland is not in the Schengen Area, so flights to France go through passport control, but EU citizens are processed quickly. French border officers almost never ask for supporting documents from Irish nationals.
For stays beyond 3 months, no formal residence permit is required for EU citizens, but registering at the local mairie (town hall) simplifies administrative life. To work, your employer handles Social Security registration. For healthcare, apply for a Carte Vitale through the CPAM (Caisse Primaire d'Assurance Maladie) once you have proof of stable residence. Bring employment contracts, proof of address, and your birth certificate with apostille (translated by a sworn translator).
Direct flights from Dublin to Paris run about 1 hour 40 minutes on Aer Lingus and Ryanair. Dublin to Lyon, Nice, Bordeaux, Toulouse, and Nantes also have direct service. France uses the euro, so no currency exchange needed. No vaccination requirements. Irish driving licenses are valid for short stays. Residents must exchange within 1 year via the ANTS online portal, which can take 2 to 4 months to process.
Dublin Bus route 747 (Airlink) runs from the city centre (O'Connell Street) to the airport in 30–50 minutes, costing €7 one-way or €12 return. DART rail does not serve the airport directly; the nearest station requires a bus connection. Ride-shares from the city centre typically cost €20–35 depending on traffic.
The M50 and M1 motorways feed into the airport; short-term parking in Terminal 1 or 2 costs from €4/30 min, while long-stay lots (P3/P4) are significantly cheaper for multi-day trips. Allow extra time during morning and evening rush hours on the M50.
DUB–NCE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DUB to NCE
Dublin Airport (DUB) and Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) are connected by nonstop service from Aer Lingus and Ryanair. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DUB to NCE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DUB to NCE ranges from 2 hours 35 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 911 miles (1,467 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 30 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
81 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via EIN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Liverpool (LPL) and Cork (ORK).