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NCE

Nice Côte d'Azur Airport

Nice, France

Where to start
Tram Line 2 from either terminal, or an official Nice taxi from the rank

Nice Côte d'Azur has two terminals, T1 and T2, linked by a free shuttle. Tram Line 2 stops in front of both terminals and runs to central Nice and the port. Official taxis use only the ranks at T1 door A1 and T2 door A3, with fixed fares to Nice centre, Cannes, Monaco and Antibes. Uber operates with app-directed pickup.

Ride Options

Tram Line 2

transit

Tram to central Nice and the port

AvailabilityStops in front of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2
Pickup NoteThe airport fare is sold as a return ticket.
Convenience
Relative costLower cost
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Official Nice Taxi

taxi

Fixed-fare taxi to Nice, Cannes, Monaco or Antibes

AvailabilityRanks at T1 door A1 and T2 door A3
Pickup NoteOnly from the official ranks. Check the roof light, tariff notice and meter.
Convenience
Relative costHigher cost
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Welcome Pickups

Pre-booked Transfer

Pre-booked transfer across the Riviera

AvailabilityAvailable at Nice Airport — book in advance
Pickup NoteYour driver meets you in the arrivals hall of your terminal with a name sign.
Convenience
Relative costCost varies
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Uber

rideshare

App ride with an app-directed pickup point

AvailabilityOperates at Nice Airport; pickup varies by terminal
Pickup NoteFollow the app's step-by-step directions after requesting.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Pickup Guidance

Rideshare

Uber operates at NCE. Request after landing and follow the app's step-by-step directions; the pickup area can differ by terminal.

Taxi

Official taxis wait at the ranks on the arrivals level: T1 door A1 and T2 door A3 — follow the TAXIS signs. Fixed fares apply to Nice centre, Cannes, Monaco and Antibes; card payment is accepted in the vehicle. Keep the taxi's three-digit number if you need to make a complaint.

Shuttle

A free shuttle links Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, which are separate buildings.

Transit

Tram Line 2 stops in front of both terminals and runs to central Nice and the port. The airport tram fare is sold as a return ticket. Regional bus lines to Cannes, Monaco and Menton also serve the airport.

Private Transfer

Pre-booked transfer drivers meet you in the arrivals hall of your terminal with a name sign.

Travel Extras

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Local Tips

  • From 2 October 2026 until March 2027, Promenade des Anglais roadworks cut traffic to two lanes each way; allow extra time by road, or take the tram.
  • Tram Line 2 stops in front of both terminals and runs to central Nice and the port.
  • The airport tram fare is sold as a return ticket.
  • Official taxis show a roof light reading TAXI ville de Nice with a three-digit number, tariff information inside, and a meter.
  • Taxi fares to Nice centre, Cannes, Monaco and Antibes are fixed, and card payment is accepted in the vehicle.

Tarmyq local tip

Official Nice taxis may pick up only at the ranks — T1 door A1, T2 door A3. Anyone approaching you inside the terminal offering a ride is not an official taxi.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get from Nice Airport to the city centre?

Tram Line 2 stops in front of both terminals and runs to central Nice and the port. Taxis are available from the official ranks.

Where are the taxis at Nice Airport?

At the official ranks on the arrivals level: Terminal 1 door A1 and Terminal 2 door A3. Official taxis cannot pick up anywhere else.

Are Nice airport taxis metered or fixed?

Fares to Nice centre, Cannes, Monaco and Antibes are fixed; other trips use the meter. Card payment is accepted.

How do I get between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2?

A free shuttle links the two terminals.

Can I use Uber at Nice Airport?

Yes. Request after landing and follow the app's directions; the pickup area can differ by terminal.