Travelling from Melbourne to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): What you need to know
Nantes is ten hours behind Melbourne. Nantes Atlantique Airport is located in Nantes, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to NTE.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Nantes Atlantique Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Unwind before your Melbourne to NTE flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
About Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
Book a hotel near NTE if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Nantes Atlantique Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Nantes Atlantique Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Nantes's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to central Nantes
Nantes Atlantique Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Nantes. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Nantes Atlantique Airport is R 10,579. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 33,798. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to NTE, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Melbourne to Nantes Atlantique Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
June is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE). Visit Nantes in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Melbourne to NTE plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nantes to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Nantes Atlantique Airport in February when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Nantes
Start your Nantes trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Nantes Atlantique Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Machines of the Isle Nantes and Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Nantes must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at La Machine Association.
Explore more of France
Bordeaux is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've seen Nantes. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Wine Corner, National Opera of Bordeaux and Museum de Bordeaux.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in France, consider Rennes, about 105 kilometres north of Nantes. La forêt de Brocéliande, Centre Historique de Rennes and Cathédrale St-Pierre de Rennes are key reasons to visit.
