Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Nantes's timezone is UTC+1, making Nantes one hour ahead of Manchester.
To ensure you get on your MAN to NTE flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Nantes (and maybe even some other exciting parts of France!). Browse the direct flights from Manchester Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport offered by this carrier.
Ryanair is the top choice for travellers on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between MAN and NTE include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
At the moment, R 328 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 672. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAN to NTE.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights that take off from Manchester Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Manchester Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NTE instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Nantes Atlantique Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Nantes's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Nantes Atlantique Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to central Nantes
Nantes Atlantique Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Nantes. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Nantes based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport for August if you'd like to visit Nantes during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN 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 explored after you've seen Nantes. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include 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 a visit to Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf.