Flying from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Nantes Airport (NTE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Nantes Airport.
Nantes's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Lyon.
You can choose from 27 weekly Lyon Airport to Nantes Airport flights. The 06:15 departure with easyJet is the earliest you can take. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 21:25.
To ensure you catch your LYS to NTE flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can fly nonstop to Nantes, France. Book a ticket with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Lyon Airport to Nantes Airport:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air France on this route.
With an impressive 87.01% of services arriving as scheduled, Air France is the most punctual carrier offering LYS to NTE flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lyon Airport to Nantes Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LYS and NTE include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona Airport
Marseille Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Nantes Airport (NTE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Airport to Nantes Airport flight is $50. A return fare is currently $112. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from LYS to NTE by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Lyon Airport to Nantes Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Landing cheap flights from LYS to NTE is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Airport to Nantes Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)
79% of flights that leave from Lyon Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Lyon Airport from central Lyon, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Lyon Airport to Nantes Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LYS:
Arriving at Nantes Airport (NTE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to NTE if you're catching a late Lyon Airport to Nantes Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Nantes Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Nantes's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Nantes Airport around two weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Nantes Airport (NTE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Lyon Airport to Nantes Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Nantes. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Nantes is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Lyon Airport to Nantes Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to NTE in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen Nantes. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.
Around 467 kilometres south-east of Nantes, Toulouse is another favourite stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Canal du Midi, Place du Capitole and Museum of natural History.