Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Nantes Airport (NTE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Airport.
The timezone in Nantes is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Edinburgh.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to NTE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Nantes (and then exploring more of France!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating EDI to NTE flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between EDI and NTE include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Nantes Airport (NTE)
$81 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Airport flight. A return flight starts from $144. These prices may change based on availability.
To get cheap tickets from EDI to NTE, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the flights that depart from Edinburgh Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
Edinburgh Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Nantes Airport (NTE)
If you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near NTE:
Follow your own route with a Nantes Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or Europcar and chase adventure across Nantes and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Nantes Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Nantes Airport (NTE) to central Nantes
Nantes Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Nantes. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Nantes Airport (NTE)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Nantes. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Nantes, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to NTE in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Nantes. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.
If you want to check out another great destination in France, head for Toulouse, roughly 467 kilometres south-east of Nantes. Canal du Midi, Place du Capitole and Museum of natural History are highlights.