Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): what you need to know
Nantes's timezone is UTC+1, making Nantes four hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MAA to NTE flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd love to tour a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Frankfurt Airport is a popular stop between MAA and NTE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
$526 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,286. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAA to NTE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Chennai Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights departing from Chennai Airport, 76.04% land on schedule at their destination.
Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
Consider booking a hotel close to NTE if you have a late Chennai Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Nantes Atlantique Airport rental car and discover Nantes and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Nantes Atlantique Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to central Nantes
Nantes Atlantique Airport to the centre of Nantes has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Nantes based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Nantes is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to NTE in February. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Nantes, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Travel around 338 kilometres north-east to Paris to tick off its top sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of France, head for Toulouse, about 467 kilometres south-east of Nantes. Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf are among its highlights.
