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Cheap flights from Nice (NCE) to Istanbul (IST)

NCE — IST
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sun 12/7
Sun 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nice Côte d'Azur to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Nice to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nice (NCE) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 7, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$271

Good round-trip deal

$498 or less

Good one-way deal

$362 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Nice Côte d'Azur-Istanbul flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Nice Côte d'Azur to Istanbul.
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Compare providers for flights from Nice to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Nice to Istanbul in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Nice-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Nice-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Nice-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Nice-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Nice-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Nice to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nice to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Nice to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Nice to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Nice to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 74 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nice to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nice to Istanbul Airport (average of $116). Flying from Nice to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $270). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NCE to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Nice to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 7, 2025.

When flying from Nice to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 45% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated November 7, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines from Nice to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,032 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sep 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,032 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,032 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sep 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
635 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,032 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sep 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nice to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nice to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE) if they book a flight from Nice to Istanbul. On average, Côte d'Azur has 5 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 2 airlines. Nice Côte d'Azur is conveniently located just 4.2 mi from Nice’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nice to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Nice to Istanbul Airport is Pegasus Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $150 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Turkish Airlines, starting at $267. Pegasus Airlines is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Nice to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Nice to Istanbul Airport on time: Thai Airways (73%), Turkish Airlines (73%), IndiGo (73%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nice to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Nice to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Nice to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nice to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nice to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nice to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nice to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nice to Istanbul Airport (average of $116). Flying from Nice to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $270). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Nice to Istanbul

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Nice to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$150Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$267Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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