$358 Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis - St. Paul (MSP) to Nice (NCE)

Airports in Minneapolis

The city of Minneapolis is served by the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport. The airport is situated to the southeast of the city. Several domestic airlines and three international airlines serve the airport. Travelers looking for cheap flights from Minneapolis can search for flights from several airlines at once on Orbitz.com, including Air Canada, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and US Airways. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is a joint military-civilian airport. The airport is situated approximately 10 miles from both downtown Saint Paul and downtown Minneapolis.

Parking at Minneapolis Airport

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport offers a variety of parking options. Covered parking is available for visits lasting more than nine hours at a rate of $8 for the first hour and a daily maximum charge of $22. Value parking is also available at a rate of $8 for the first hour and a daily maximum charge of $16. For visits less than nine hours, short-term parking is available at a rate of $5 for the first hour and up to a maximum of $36 a day.

Transportation at the Minneapolis Airport

Travelers departing from the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport can take advantage of a range of transportation services, including car rental companies, van and shuttle services, and taxi services. Public transportation is also available through the Metro Transit. The public bus service serves the Twin Cities metro area. Taxi service is available to and from the airport. Fares average between $38 and $49 for trips to and from downtown Minneapolis. Fares from downtown St. Paul range between $30 and $37.

Restaurants at the Minneapolis Airport

Several dining options are available at the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, making it easy for travelers to enjoy breakfast and a cup of coffee or a quick snack prior to boarding their flight. Restaurant options include A&W, Burger King, Caribou Coffee, Dunn Bros Coffee, Einstein Bros. Bagels, French Meadow Bakery Cafe, La Brea Bakery Café and Starbucks Coffee. By searching for multiple airlines at once on Orbitz.com, it is easy to find cheap flights from Minneapolis.

Nice Côte d'Azur International Airport

Orbitz.com helps you find the cheapest flights to Nice and the rest of the Mediterranean coast. When flying into Nice, France, you will land at Nice Côte d'Azur International Airport, which is located about four miles (seven kilometers) from the center of the city. The airport is also within easy reach of Monaco and Cannes. Airlines served by Nice Côte d'Azur International Airport include Air France, Air Berlin, Iberia Airlines, Lufthansa, Alitalia, American Airlines, Easyjet, Virgin Airlines, Sterling Airlines, BLU Express, and German Wings.

Transportation Into Nice

You can take a bus directly into Nice from the airport for about €4. Taxi stands are located at both terminals, and a taxi ride into Nice typically costs between €22 and €32. Some local hotels provide free shuttle buses directly from the airport to your hotel in Nice. The airport also has a helicopter service to Monaco and express regional trains into Nice and other nearby cities. You can also book a car rental through Orbitz.com before boarding your flight to Nice or arrange a car at the airport once you arrive.

Nice Weather and Climate

The mild Mediterranean climate of Nice makes it an ideal destination year round. Winter temperatures typically stay between 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and dip into the 40s at night. During the summer months, temperatures range from 68 degrees Fahrenheit to above 86 degrees Fahrenheit. Rainfall is rare, especially in the summer months.

Visiting Nice and the French Riviera

Most visitors to Nice head to the beach, especially in the area known as the Bay of the Angels. Tourist season is considered May through October. The shoulder seasons of April and November are cheaper, and savvy vacation planners who visit during these months can often enjoy the beaches without the crowds common during the summer. When not on the beach, seek out fine dining, shopping, and the city's 19th century opera house in Old Nice. Find budget flights to Nice any time of year at Orbitz.com, and plan your perfect vacation on the French Riviera.