Loading map...
CDG → NCE
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (Nice)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the snow-capped French Alps during the cruise and a breathtaking panorama of the Nice coastline and the Promenade des Anglais during the iconic curved approach into NCE.
Search flights from CDG to NCE
Parisian Suburbs
Glimpse the urban sprawl and occasional views of the Eiffel Tower far in the distance depending on the departure path.
French Alps
Enjoy a majestic view of the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you transition toward the Mediterranean coast.
Nice City Center
During the classic 'Saleya' approach, you get a front-row seat to the red-roofed Old Town and the famous Promenade des Anglais.
Baie des Anges
The final low-altitude turn over the turquoise waters of the bay provides an incredible perspective of the shoreline.
Book a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the Alps. The best time for this flight is mid-morning to avoid glare while the sun illuminates the mountains from the east. In winter, the snow cover on the peaks is particularly striking.
Get eSIMs for France
Get eSIMs for France
Burgundy Vineyards
Fly over the famous rolling hills and structured vineyard plots of eastern-central France.
Massif Central
Spot the ancient volcanic plateaus and rugged terrain of central France to the west.
Estérel Massif
View the striking red porphyry rocks of the Estérel coastline near Cannes during the descent.
Mediterranean Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Mediterranean Sea and cruise ships heading toward the port.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean. On clear days, you may see the shadow of the aircraft against the water as you descend over the Lerins Islands near Cannes.
Book Hotels in NiceDistance: 695 km (432 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: NCE (43.658401489300005, 7.215869903560001)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.