Flying from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): what you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 58 minutes.
Nantes is 2 hours behind Istanbul. Nantes Atlantique Airport is located in Nantes, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE), with 5 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to NTE is the 12:05 Transavia France option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 18:50 with Transavia France.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to NTE.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can hop on a direct flight from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
When jetting out of IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport with Transavia France.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Istanbul to NTE. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is about 48 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) offers nonstop flights from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE).
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport, check out these options when heading out from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to NTE:
About Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NTE instead:
Getting from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to central Nantes
From Nantes Atlantique Airport, Nantes is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 37 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
$70 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport. Return flights start from $337. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Istanbul to NTE if you book 9 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route tend to be at their lowest.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport. June is the most popular month for a trip to Nantes. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Nantes. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Istanbul to NTE sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 12ºC.
More about Nantes
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Nantes right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Nantes itinerary.
Complete your Nantes trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Istanbul to Nantes Atlantique Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Nantes. Explore the deals and instantly compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.