London, Essex to Nice, Alpes-Maritimes (STN–NCE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
STN–NCE is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and TUI Airways lead the route. The flight covers 654 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 70 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 8 | 73H | 2h10 | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nice, Alpes-Maritimes from London, Essex
| Metric | STN→NCE | LTN→NCE | LCY→NCE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from STN | – | 26 mi | 27 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 16 | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 2h 1m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
STN: BST · NCE: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, Essex, 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.
STN–NCE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from STN to NCE
London Stansted Airport (STN) and Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) are connected by nonstop service from TUI Airways and Ryanair. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
STN to NCE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from STN to NCE ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 654 miles (1,052 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
70 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via GVA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Luton, Luton (LTN), London (LCY) and London (LHR).