Nice, Alpes-Maritimes to Detroit (NCE–DTW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
NCE–DTW had nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, last on the schedule in July 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 4,333 miles in 9h 33m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 1 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Detroit from Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
| Metric | NCE→DTW | TRN→DTW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from NCE | – | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 9h 33m | 7h 59m |
Travel Essentials
NCE: CEST · DTW: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, it's 12:00 PM in Detroit.
French citizens enter the US visa-free under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for up to 90 days for tourism or business. You must get an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov. The ESTA costs USD 21 and is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires. Apply at least 72 hours before departure, though most approvals come within minutes.
Your passport must be biometric (the e-passport symbol on the cover). At US immigration, you will be fingerprinted and photographed. Officers may ask about your trip purpose, accommodation, and return plans. You cannot extend a VWP stay beyond 90 days or change status while in the US. For longer stays or work, apply for a visa at the US Embassy in Paris (2 Avenue Gabriel, Paris 8e).
Air France, Delta, United, and other carriers fly Paris CDG to multiple US cities direct, including New York JFK, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Miami, and Washington Dulles. The US dollar is the local currency. Tipping is expected (15 to 20% at restaurants). Travel insurance covering medical costs is strongly recommended since US healthcare charges are extreme by French standards. An ER visit can cost USD 3,000 or more without insurance.
DTW has no rail. Ride-shares and taxis are the practical options. Taxis to downtown cost $45–60. Ride-shares run $30–45. The two terminals (McNamara and North) are connected by the automated people mover (MTC); both share the same baggage claim and ground transport facilities.Car rental desks are in the consolidated facility accessible from McNamara Terminal. SMART bus Route 261 serves the airport with transfers into the bus network. Allow extra time for I-94 congestion during peak hours.
Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and snowy (−8 to 0°C) from December through March. Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair generate significant lake-effect snow that can fall heavily with little warning. Ice storms and blizzards cause the most serious flight disruptions.
Summers are warm and humid (26–32°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Spring and fall are transitional with frost risk into April and from October. January and February are the highest disruption-risk months.
NCE–DTW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NCE to DTW
Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) had nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, last on the schedule in July 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
NCE to DTW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NCE to DTW is about 9 hours 33 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,333 miles (6,973 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Amsterdam and Frankfurt Main. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Caselle Torinese (TO) (TRN).