La Compagnie: All-Business-Class Option to the French Riviera

For American travelers looking for a low-cost business class flight to the French Riviera, you now have an option via La Compagnie, operating three flights a week to and from LGBTQ-friendly Nice all summer long.

The exclusively business-class airline launched in July 2014 with regularly scheduled flights between New York (Newark International Airport) and Paris (Paris Orly Airport) as well as seasonal service between New York (Newark International Airport) and Nice (Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport). 

So what’s the difference with this airline? Well, they offer competitively low business-class fares, and their planes are outfitted with 76 full-flat seats and feature amenities including a state-of-the-art entertainment system, unlimited Wi-Fi service, and a unique dining experience offering fresh menu items prepared by renowned New York and Paris-based chefs.  

You may not know it, but the airline’s signature Airbus A321neo planes are known for their low carbon footprint, consuming 30% less than previous engines. This route from New York to Nice is becoming popular as travelers feel more comfortable about traveling especially now that some restrictions have been lifted in both France and the US. 

“This year, with restrictions being lifted both in France and the United States, as well as the development efforts our collaborators have contributed, we’re already seeing great enthusiasm and demand for this route and this vibrant city,” said Christian Vernet, president of La Compagnie. “The desire to travel remains and our high-end product, modern and with an appealing price tag, is really attracting travelers right now.” 

The route to and from Nice also exposes travelers to a whole different region of France and it offers travelers to way to get to the French Riviera on an airline whose mission is to reduce their carbon footprint and become a player in the ever-growing realm of sustainable travel.

“We’re excited to welcome La Compagnie back to Nice Côte d’Azur airport. It represents such an exceptional opportunity for the whole region, cementing its appeal to clients looking for a high-end in-flight experience. By offering this direct route to a powerful hub like Newark, as a French airline, La Compagnie strengthens our network of international destinations and adds to the momentum of our region, said Franck Goldnadel, president of the directory of Aéroports de la Côte d’Azur. “By operating these flights that are more modern and have a lower carbon footprint, La Compagnie is also bolstering our own efforts to reduce air travel’s environmental impact.” 

Ready to book your flight to Nice with La Compagnie? For reservations, visit lacompagnie.com, or call the airline’s call center at 1-800-218-8187. All photos courtesy of La Compagnie.