Journey information
Overview: Nice to Edinburgh flight
Distance 963 miles (1551 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€61) |
Flights per day 62 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 2h 35m |
Cheapest month to travel December |
First flight 05:45 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Nice to Edinburgh start from as low as $74 (€61) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $176 (€144) depending on the train type and class.
The cheapest and fastest flights from Nice to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 59 m
Flights per day
4
Distance
1551 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Nice to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Edinburgh will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
Of the 4 flights that leave Nice for Edinburgh onThu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct flights cover the 1551 km distance in an average of 8 h 59 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the longest flights will take 16 h 15 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nice to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €84. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 3.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €84, and a train costs an average of €683.
Distance: 963 miles (1551 km)
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Most popular Flight | Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€144 Average price | €727 Average price | €139 Average price Cheapest |
6h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 19m Average total duration 18h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39h 58m Average total duration 39h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
4.7 - 9.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Edinburgh flight times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Edinburgh flights for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:50 AM Nice | 6h35 | 1:25 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 AM Nice | 2h40 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:10 PM Nice | 16h15 | 7:25 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 PM Nice | 12h00 | 8:25 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Nice | 10h55 | 8:25 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 AM Nice | 16h15 | 8:45 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Nice to Edinburgh Flight

Flights from Nice to Edinburgh generally leave from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is 8.7 km away from Nice city centre and Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km from Edinburgh city centre.
- Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the world's largest arts festival featuring thousands of performances
- Edinburgh International Festival, a celebration of music, theatre, and dance from around the globe
- Beltane Fire Festival, a traditional Celtic festival marking the beginning of summer with fire displays and performances
- Edinburgh Christmas Market, a festive market offering crafts, food, and entertainment during the holiday season.
- New Year’s Day, a time for traditional celebrations and fireworks
- Easter Monday, a public holiday with springtime events and family gatherings
- May Day, marking the arrival of spring with various local festivities
- August Bank Holiday, an opportunity to enjoy late summer activities and events.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Nice to Edinburgh
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in both terminals, including duty-free and Relay.
- Parking available, approximately 4€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Canopy Lounge in Terminal 1.
- Located in Terminal 2, open daily.
- Bus: 12, 23, 52, 59, 70, 94, 98, 99
- Train: TER
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire and No1 Lounge.
- Located in the main terminal, near baggage claim.
- Bus: Airlink 100, Skylink 200, Skylink 300
- Tram: Edinburgh Trams
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