Montréal to Nice, Alpes-Maritimes (YUL–NCE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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YUL–NCE is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, Air Transat and Air Alsie lead the route. The flight covers 3,809 miles in approximately 7h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: OS, SN | 5 | 333 | 7h40 | Star Alliance | OS, SN | |
| TS Air Transat | 3 | A21N | 7h35 | – | – | |
| 6I Air Alsie | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nice, Alpes-Maritimes from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→NCE | YHU→NCE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 16 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 18 | 1 |
| Flight time | 7h 40m | 7h |
| Departure OTP | 61% | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · NCE: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Nice, Alpes-Maritimes.
Canadian citizens enter France and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches in late 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone. French overseas territories have separate entry rules and are not part of the Schengen area.
The 747 Express bus runs 24/7 from downtown Montréal (Berri-UQAM and Lionel-Groulx métro stations) to Trudeau in 45–60 minutes for CAD $11 with a OPUS card or $11 cash. STM métro does not reach the airport; the 747 Express bus handles the city-airport connection. Taxis from downtown are metered at roughly CAD $45–55.Uber and Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones at departures level. Driving via Highway 20 West is straightforward; the airport has structured parking directly attached to the terminal starting at CAD $5/30 min, with economy lots farther out.
YUL–NCE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to NCE
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Air Transat and Air Alsie. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YUL to NCE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to NCE is about 7 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,809 miles (6,129 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 39 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Zürich and Lyon Saint-Exupéry. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YHU).