Nice, Alpes-Maritimes to New York (NCE–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
NCE–JFK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 3,981 miles in approximately 9h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 59 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: VS | 14 | 764 | 9h05-9h11 | – | SkyTeam | VS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
NCE: CEST · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, it's 12:00 PM in New York.
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.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
NCE–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NCE to JFK
Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
NCE to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NCE to JFK ranges from 9 hours 5 minutes to 9 hours 11 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,981 miles (6,407 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
59 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via HPN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.