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Musée national du château de Pau
National museum inside Pau's royal castle, showcasing tapestries, apartments, and the story of Henri IV in a major historic setting.
Flights from Nice to Pau depart on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $131 but you can travel from only $30 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 21:05. The fastest flight covers the 383 miles (617 km) distance in 4h 15m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 383 miles (617 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $131 |
Flights per day 16 |
Fastest flight 4h 15m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price
$129
Average price
$507
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Flights per day
25
Distance
617 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Nice to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Pau will cost around $507 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
It's difficult to get from Nice to Pau without transferring at least once.
8768+
EC1609
AF7319+
AF7492
AF7319+
AF7490
AF7317+
AF7492
AF7317+
AF7490
AF7327+
AF7496
AF7313+
AF7496
8768+
EC1609
AF7323+
AF7492
AF7311+
AF7496Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nice to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $131.
Distance: 383 miles (617 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$254 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price | $239 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration 10h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Pau:
A bus is $94 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Pau costing on average $155.
A bus is $193 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nice to Pau costing on average $254.
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 49m.
Bus takes on average 10h 26m.
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Pau flights for today, Tuesday, August 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF7309 · AF7496 | 12:55 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 8h35 | 9:30 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7309+ AF4028 | 12:55 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 8h45 | 9:40 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7311 · AF7496 | 2:25 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 7h05 | 9:30 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7313 · AF7496 | 4:00 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 5h30 | 9:30 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7327 · AF7496 | 5:05 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 4h25 | 9:30 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7325 · AF7490 | 6:35 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 15h10 | 9:45 AM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7317 · AF7490 | 7:20 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 14h25 | 9:45 AM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7319 · AF7490 | 8:35 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 13h10 | 9:45 AM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 19 | |||||
AF7321+ AF7496 | 6:00 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 15h30 | 9:30 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7321+ 8718+ AF7480 | 6:00 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 13h20 | 7:20 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 2 transfers | |
AF7321+ 8718+ AF7482 | 6:00 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 13h20 | 7:20 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 2 transfers | |
AF7321+ AF7492 | 6:00 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 7h30 | 1:30 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
EC1609+ 8768 | 7:00 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 6h05 | 1:05 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 1 transfer | |
AF7323+ 8718+ AF7482 | 7:10 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 12h10 | 7:20 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 2 transfers | |
AF7323+ AF7492 | 7:10 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 6h20 | 1:30 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7323+ AF7496 | 7:10 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 14h20 | 9:30 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7303+ AF7496 | 9:35 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 11h55 | 9:30 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7303+ 8718+ AF7482 | 9:35 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 9h45 | 7:20 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 2 transfers | |
AF7305+ AF7496 | 10:50 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 10h40 | 9:30 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7307+ AF7496 | 12:15 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 9h15 | 9:30 PM Pau Pyrenees Airport | 1 transfer | |
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National museum inside Pau's royal castle, showcasing tapestries, apartments, and the story of Henri IV in a major historic setting.
Fine arts museum with strong 19th-century collections, landscapes, and regional links. Compact, rewarding, and central to Pau's art scene.
Museum devoted to the French parachute troops, presenting military history, uniforms, and equipment with strong local connections.
Promenade with panoramic Pyrenees views, Belle Époque buildings, and benches. Pau's signature walking area and best first stop.
Linear route connecting key central sights with broad views, especially attractive at sunset and during leisurely evening strolls.
Formal park and event venue beside the congress center, valued for its lawns, trees, and elegant setting near central Pau.
Hearty bean, pork and duck stew from Béarn. A rustic regional classic long tied to farmhouse cooking in and around Pau.
Slow-cooked chicken in a creamy sauce with Jurançon wine, local mushrooms and aromatics. It showcases Béarn's famous sweet wine.
Sheep's milk cheese from the western Pyrenees, often served with black cherry jam. It is one of the area's most iconic food pairings.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in nearby Jurançon, known for refined Béarn produce, polished service and a scenic hillside setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant focused on generous Béarn and southwest specialties in a warm, convivial setting.
Historic brasserie in central Pau serving classic southwest dishes, seafood and regional wines in a grand Belle Époque room.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change is fine for cafes and taxis.
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Pau Pyrenees Airport, Pau -> Pau Gare, Pau
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Most Nice to Pau flights use the Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Pau Pyrenees Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Pau 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.
Pau Pyrenees Airport is 2 km from Pau city centre. Public transport options include:
Pau Pyrenees Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pau Pyrenees Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau Pyrenees Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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