Nice, Alpes-Maritimes to Dulles (NCE–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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NCE–IAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 4,209 miles in approximately 8h 47m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC | 4 | 763 | 9h45 | – | Star Alliance | AC |
| TWY TWY | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
NCE: CEST · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, it's 12:00 PM in Dulles.
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.
Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.
Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.
NCE–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NCE to IAD
Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
NCE to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NCE to IAD is about 8 hours 47 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,209 miles (6,773 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat and London Heathrow. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.