About Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (LFMN, NCE)
Opened:
Opened in 1920, Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (LFMN, NCE) is the main international airport serving Nice and the
Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France. It is located 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) southwest of Nice.
Facts and figures:
- NCE has 2 runways and 2 terminals.
- In 2022, the airport handled 14.3 million passengers and 109,672 aircraft movements.
- The airport is a hub for Air France, the flag carrier of France.
- NCE is connected to central Nice by the tramway and the bus.
History:
- The airport was originally called Nice-Ville Airport.
- It was renamed Nice Côte d'Azur Airport in 1972.
- The airport was designed by a team of French architects.
- NCE has been expanded several times since it opened, including the addition of a new terminal in 2011.
Interesting facts:
- NCE is the home base of EasyJet Europe, a French low-cost airline.
- The airport has its own post office, police station, and fire station.
- There are several hotels located within the airport complex.
- NCE is home to a number of art installations, including a sculpture by Niki de Saint Phalle.
Fun things to do at NCE:
- Plane spotting: The airport is a great place to see planes from all over the world.
- Shopping: There are a number of duty-free shops and boutiques in the airport.
- Dining: The airport has a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, and bars.
- Relaxing: There are a number of lounges and spas in the airport where you can relax before your flight.
Whether you're connecting to another flight or spending a few days in Nice, Nice Côte d'Azur Airport has
something to offer everyone.
Additional facts about NCE:
- The airport has a capacity of 18 million passengers per year.
- The airport is home to the Nice Côte d'Azur Airport Cargo Center.
- NCE has been awarded the "Best Airport in Europe" award by the Airports Council International (ACI) in 2015
and 2016.
- NCE is a modern and state-of-the-art airport that offers a wide range of facilities and services to
passengers. It is a major hub for international travel and is a key economic driver for the Côte d'Azur
region.