The flight distance from Hays Regional Airport (HYS) in Hays, United States to Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) in Nice, France is 8,246 kilometers (5,124 miles / 4,452 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:55 in Hays, it's 21:55 in Nice. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,987 feet between the two airports. Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport sits lower than Hays Regional Airport.

The return flight from Nice (NCE) to Hays (HYS) follows a heading of 309° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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