Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours.
The timezone in Nantes is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul.
Every week, there are five Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, jump on the 12:05 Transavia France flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 18:50 with Transavia France.
Your IST to NTE flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Transavia France is your ticket to exploring Nantes (and maybe even some other great corners of France!). Check out the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport offered by this carrier.
Transavia France is the top choice for travellers on this route.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport. These are the top stopovers between IST and NTE:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Geneve Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
£43 is the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight. A return flight starts at £93. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from IST to NTE.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from IST to NTE.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 30 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to IST:
Arriving at Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near NTE instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Nantes Atlantique Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or Europcar and find adventure across Nantes and beyond.
Reserving 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 central Nantes has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
June is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Nantes in April.
The warmest month in Nantes is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST 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 cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Nantes. Around 210 miles away to the north-east, its top attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Around 290 miles south-east of Nantes, Toulouse is another favourite stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf.