London to Nice, Alpes-Maritimes (LGW–NCE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LGW–NCE is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 622 miles in approximately 2h 2m. Beyond nonstop, 70 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 41 | 319, 320 | 2h03-2h25 | – | – | – |
| BA British Airways | 14 | 320 | 2h02-2h15 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nice, Alpes-Maritimes from London
| Metric | LGW→NCE | LHR→NCE | LCY→NCE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 25 mi | 27 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 55 | 60 | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 2m | 2h | 2h |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · NCE: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 7:00 PM in Nice, Alpes-Maritimes.
British passport holders enter France visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit. ID cards are no longer accepted for UK nationals.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds (EUR 65 per day if staying in a hotel, EUR 32.50 per day if staying with a host, per the French consular tariff). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. French overseas territories (Martinique, Guadeloupe, Reunion, French Guiana, Mayotte) have separate entry conditions. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026.
Direct flights from London to Paris run about 1 hour 15 minutes, with Eurostar at 2 hours 15 minutes city center to city center. Budget carriers serve dozens of French airports from UK regionals. France uses the euro. No vaccination requirements. UK driving licenses are valid for short visits. The Eurostar and Le Shuttle (car train) from Folkestone clear both UK and French immigration at the UK terminal before departure, so passport checks happen on the British side.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–NCE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to NCE
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways and easyJet. With 55 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LGW to NCE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to NCE ranges from 2 hours 2 minutes to 2 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 622 miles (1,001 km). There are approximately 55 weekly flights outbound and 56 return, totaling 111 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
70 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ORY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LHR), London (LCY) and Luton, Luton (LTN).