Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport.
Lyon and Nantes are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
You can choose from 40 weekly Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flights. The 06:15 departure with Volotea is the earliest available. Air France operates the last service of the day at 21:15.
To ensure you get on your LYS to NTE flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
With direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport available through various airlines, flying to Nantes (and then other destinations in France) is a snap. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Air France.
Air France is the most punctual carrier offering LYS to NTE flights, with 68.52% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between LYS and NTE:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight is R 481. A return fare right now is R 955. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from LYS to NTE by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LYS to NTE by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
69.6% of flights leaving from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Lyon to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to LYS:
Arriving at Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to NTE if you're taking a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Nantes Atlantique Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or Europcar and experience more of Nantes and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Nantes Atlantique Airport about two weeks in advance.
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.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Nantes based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Nantes is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LYS to NTE in February. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Nantes. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Toulouse is another favourite destination in France and is around 467 kilometres south-east of Nantes. No trip is complete without experiencing Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf.
