FRC
Franca
Brazil
9,051 km
5,624 miles
NCE
Nice
France
Distance
9,051 km
5,624 mi / 4,887 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Sao_Paulo
Heading
37°
northeast

Airport Comparison

FRC NCE
Airport Name Franca Airport Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport
IATA Code FRC NCE
ICAO Code SIMK LFMN
City Franca Nice
Country Brazil France
Timezone America/Sao_Paulo Europe/Paris
Elevation 3,292 ft 12 ft
Coordinates -20.590000, -47.380000 43.660000, 7.220000

Franca (FRC) to Nice (NCE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Franca Airport (FRC) in Franca, Brazil to Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) in Nice, France is 9,051 kilometers (5,624 miles / 4,887 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with France. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:35 in Franca, it's 18:35 in Nice. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,280 feet between the two airports. Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport sits lower than Franca Airport.

The return flight from Nice (NCE) to Franca (FRC) follows a heading of 231° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Franca Airport (FRC) and Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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