The flight distance from Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) in Nice, France to Sacramento Executive Airport (SAC) in Sacramento, United States is 9,525 kilometers (5,919 miles / 5,143 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:37 in Nice, it's 17:37 in Sacramento. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Sacramento (SAC) to Nice (NCE) follows a heading of 34° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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