An analysis of flight ticket searches departing from Nice Airport highlights several accessible destinations for March 2026. Several European capitals appear in this ranking, with average prices often close to 100 euros for a round trip in economy class.
With the arrival of spring, travel searches are on the rise again. A study published by the travel search engine KAYAK examines the cheapest destinations for departures from Nice in March 2026. The data is based on searches conducted online between the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026.
The ranking shows several European and Mediterranean cities. The prices mentioned correspond to averages for round-trip tickets in economy class. The amounts observed vary depending on the booking period, departure dates, or airlines.
First place in the ranking goes to Barcelona. The average price of a direct round-trip flight reaches 70 euros for a departure in March 2026. The Catalan capital is among the destinations regularly served from the French Riviera.
Second place in the ranking concerns Paris. France’s capital remains accessible from 109 € for a round trip on average. The air link between the French Riviera and the French capital remains one of the most frequent. Third place goes to London. The average price observed for a round trip reaches 117 euros. Direct flights between the British capital and the French Riviera remain regular throughout the year.
European and Mediterranean destinations
The ranking continues with several cities located around the Mediterranean or in Southern Europe. Tunis appears in fourth position. The average price of a round trip reaches 124 euros. The data also indicates a notable difference with prices observed for departures between April and August 2026, with an estimated difference of approximately 45%.
Rome follows in the ranking with an average price of 126 euros. The Italian capital remains a frequent destination for travelers departing from the French Riviera. Direct connections facilitate short-term stays.
Marrakech also appears in this selection. The average price observed for a round trip reaches 131 euros. The data indicates a difference of approximately 28% compared to prices recorded for the summer period.
The ranking also mentions Monastir. The average price of a round-trip flight reaches 132 euros. The searches show a difference of approximately 35% compared to fares recorded for departures between April and August.
Finally, Amsterdam completes the list. The average price observed for a round trip reaches 170 euros. The Dutch capital is among the destinations regularly consulted in searches conducted from Nice airport.
The data presented is based on flight searches conducted between December 18, 2025 and February 14, 2026 for departures between March 1 and 31, 2026 from Nice-Côte d’Azur Airport.
These searches were compared to those conducted over the same period for flights scheduled between April 1 and August 31, 2026. The percentages mentioned correspond to estimates derived from this comparison.
The prices indicated correspond to averages for round-trip tickets in economy class. The amounts may vary depending on demand or booking period. The price differences mentioned therefore remain indicative.
All of this data provides an overview of the trends observed in travel searches departing from the French Riviera at the beginning of spring 2026. Several European and Mediterranean destinations thus appear as possible options for a short stay or a getaway of a few days in March.
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