- Must visit
Musée National Marc Chagall
Museum in a seventeenth-century villa housing major biblical works by Marc Chagall. It is one of Nice's most important art collections.
Flights from Mainz to Nice depart on average 55 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $113 but you can travel from only $27 by train.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 436 miles (703 km) distance in 1h 35m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 436 miles (703 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $113 |
Flights per day 55 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 35m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$78
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$153
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h 13 m
Flights on Sep 18
3
Distance
703 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Mainz to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Nice will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 flights from Mainz to Nice, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct flights cover the 703 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the longest flights will take 12 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, while a flight costs an average of $667.
Distance: 436 miles (703 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$667 Average price | $175 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 6m Average total duration 18h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 5m Average total duration 11h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mainz to Nice:
A train is $147 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Mainz to Nice costing on average $175.
A train is $638 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Nice costing on average $667.
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 35m.
Bus takes on average 18h 36m.
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Nice flights for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:55 AM Mainz | 1h45 | 6:40 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:05 AM Mainz | 8h25 | 2:30 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Mainz | 1h30 | 10:10 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Mainz to Nice flights use the Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Nice airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nice Cote d'Azur Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Cote d'Azur Airport: Elevators, assistance.
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