Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Nantes is one hour ahead of Edinburgh and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your EDI to NTE flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Ryanair has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Nantes — and maybe even more of France if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between EDI and NTE:
Bristol Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
$48 is the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight. Return flights start at $96. These prices may change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from EDI to NTE by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights taking off from Edinburgh Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near EDI:
Arriving at Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NTE instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Nantes Atlantique Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or Europcar and chase adventure across Nantes and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Nantes Atlantique Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to central Nantes
From Nantes Atlantique Airport, Nantes is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Nantes based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Nantes is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to NTE in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of France
Nantes is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north-east of Nantes, a trip to Paris will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Toulouse is another well-known destination in France and is around 467 kilometres south-east of Nantes. No journey is complete without seeing Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf.