British Airways have announced a new route to Nice, in the south of France from Gatwick. Flights will be available from March 2012, three times a day.

The carrier previously served Nice from Gatwick up until March 2008, and currently flies up to seven times-daily from Heathrow and daily London City.

The reinstated route commences is available for booking at ba.com.

Nice is the fifth largest city in France with stunning beaches, promenades, galleries, architecture and shopping.