Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)

Upon arrival, passengers follow distinct pathways depending on whether their flight originated from within or outside the Schengen Area.

• Follow designated signage towards Passport Control if arriving from a non-Schengen country.
• Present a valid passport and any required entry documents to French border officials.
• Proceed down to the baggage reclaim area on the ground floor to collect checked luggage.
• Pass through customs control, taking the green channel for nothing to declare or the red channel if carrying goods over statutory limits.
• Exit into the public arrival hall to access ground transport options, tourist information, and currency services.

• Trein

  Tramway (Lignes d'Azur Line 2)

  Departs directly from stations outside both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, connecting to central Nice and the port area.

  Tijd:

  roughly 25-35 minutes

  Gemiddelde kosten:

  roughly €1.70 - €10.00 depending on ticket type

• Trein

  TER Regional Train

  Departs from Nice Saint-Augustin railway station, accessible via a short walk or free tram ride from the terminals.

  Tijd:

  roughly 10-15 minutes to Nice-Ville

  Gemiddelde kosten:

  roughly €2.00 - €5.00

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Available at designated taxi ranks outside the arrivals levels of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

  Tijd:

  roughly 15-30 minutes

  Gemiddelde kosten:

  roughly €35.00 - €45.00 fixed fare tier

• Ritdelen

  Rideshare (Uber / Bolt)

  Pick-up locations are situated near the designated passenger pick-up areas of both terminals.

  Tijd:

  roughly 15-30 minutes

  Gemiddelde kosten:

  roughly €25.00 - €40.00

Passengers transferring between flights must check whether their luggage is checked through to the final destination.

• Use the free Lignes d'Azur tram running between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 for inter-terminal transfers.
• Passengers arriving from non-Schengen countries connecting to Schengen flights must clear passport control and security.
• If luggage is not checked through, collect bags in the reclaim area and re-check at the departing terminal's check-in desk.

Free Wi-Fi access is provided throughout all public and gate areas of both terminals.

• Select the network named 'NiceAirport' on your mobile device.
• Complete a brief registration form on the portal page to connect.
• The connection period can be extended or re-initiated upon expiration.

Currency exchange desks and automated cash machines are available across both terminals.

• ATMs accepting international Visa and Mastercard are located in both arrivals halls.
• Currency exchange counters operate in the public concourses of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
• Card payments are widely accepted across transport, retail, and dining facilities throughout France.

A range of dining options is available before and after security in both terminals.

• Grab-and-go bakeries and cafés are located in the landside arrival halls.
• Sit-down restaurants and international outlets operate in the airside departure lounges.
• Vending machines offering snacks and hot drinks are available 24 hours a day.

Both passenger terminals host VIP lounges accessible to eligible ticket holders and pay-per-use travellers.

• Terminal 1 features the Canopy Lounge in the departures area.
• Terminal 2 features the Infinity Lounge located in the departures hall.
• Access can be purchased online in advance or directly at the entry desk subject to space.

Several hotels are situated adjacent to the airport complex or within a short tram distance.

• Hotels located in the Grand Arénas business district are accessible via the free tram line.
• Walking paths connect Terminal 1 to nearby airport hotels within 5 to 10 minutes.
• Direct hotel shuttle buses or public trams serve accommodation further along the coast.

Baggage reclaim carousels and lost property counters are located in the arrivals sector of each terminal.

• Check flight information display screens to identify the correct carousel for your flight.
• Report missing or damaged luggage immediately to your airline's handling agent desk in the baggage hall.
• Luggage storage services are available in the public zone of Terminal 2.

Facilities for travellers with children are provided throughout both terminal buildings.

• Baby care rooms with changing tables and private feeding areas are located near major toilet blocks.
• Children's play areas are available in the departure lounges after security.
• Strollers and pushchairs can be used up to the boarding gate.

• Free Wi-Fi
• ATMs & Currency Exchange
• Pharmacies & First Aid
• Luggage Storage
• Car Rental Centre
• Charging Stations
• Duty Free Shopping

Lokaal noodnummer: 112 (European emergency), 15 (Medical), 17 (Police).

• Contact airport staff or security personnel immediately for urgent assistance within the terminal.
• First-aid posts are equipped to handle immediate medical emergencies on site.
• For lost or stolen passports, report to the local airport police office and contact your national consulate.

• Controleer de geldigheid van je paspoort en eventuele visa, ETA of vereiste inreisverklaringen.
• Controleer de dag voor vertrek de juiste vertrekterminal op je boardingpass.
• Activeer een reist-eSIM zodat je direct online bent zodra je landt.
• Download offline kaarten en maak een screenshot van je hoteladres en boekingsreferentie.
• Laat je bank weten dat je op reis gaat en neem een reservebetaalkaart mee.
• Sla het lokale noodnummer en het contact van je ambassade op in je telefoon.
• Fotografeer je paspoort en bewaar de kopie op een plek waar je offline bij kunt.
• Controleer de bagagevrijstelling en eventuele verboden artikelen voor je bestemming.

Luchthavenactiviteiten kunnen wijzigen. Bevestig terminals, tarieven en dienstregelingen altijd met de onderstaande officiële bronnen voordat je reist.

• Nice Côte d'Azur Airport Official SiteOfficiële luchthavenbron
• Douane FrançaiseOverheidsbron
• Lignes d'Azur Public Transport NetworkOfficiële ov-bron
• SNCF French National RailwaysOfficiële ov-bron