Nantes to London flights

How long is the flight from Nantes to London?

The flight duration between Nantes and London is just one hour and 20 minutes.

What documentation do I need to fly to London from Nantes?

French nationals only need their passport to travel to the UK.

Is there a time change from Nantes to London?

Nantes is one hour ahead of London (GMT).

What are the most important things to pack in my suitcase when travelling to London?

London enjoys a temperate climate, with cool winters and warm summers. You'll want to pack some good walking shoes as the main sights are easy to explore by foot, although the Tube and bus services will zip you around, too.

Two of Europe's most popular budget airlines offer non-stop flights between Nantes and London:

• easyJet, a low-cost airline offering frequent departures.
• Ryanair, Ireland's budget airline.

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• Come in April for London's pleasant springtime weather and fewer crowds than summer.
• August is often warm and sunny, and there are plenty of festivals and outdoor events to check out during your holidays.
• September is just after high season and still pleasantly warm for city breaks.
• December is when London lights up for Christmas, with the popular Winter Wonderland theme park and superb shopping opportunities at markets around town.

Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) will connect you quickly with the UK capital.

Useful Information for Nantes Atlantique Airport

Find out how to get to the airport, which is about 11 miles outside central Nantes.

How to get to the Nantes Airport:

• By shuttle bus – travel between SNCF Sud Station in Nantes and the airport, departing every 20 to 30 minutes and taking 30 minutes to reach the airport.
• By taxi – get to the airport in as little as 15 minutes from the centre of Nantes. Do leave time for traffic, of course.

Services: open 24/7, unlimited free Wi-Fi, a range of great shops and places to eat, baby changing facilities, and outdoor smoking areas.

Flights from Nantes will arrive at either Gatwick Airport (LGW), Stansted Airport (STN), or Luton Airport (LTN) in London. They're all served by a range of transport links.

Useful Information about Gatwick Airport

This is one of London's major airports, and is easily reached from the city centre. The Gatwick Express train is generally the fastest way to transfer to and from the airport.

How to get to London:

• By train – travel to London Victoria Station in 30 minutes on the Gatwick Express.
• By coach – travel to Victoria Coach Station in around 90 minutes.
• By taxi – allow at least two hours to be sure when heading to central London.

Services: open 24/7, 90 minutes' complimentary Wi-Fi access, plenty of shops, baby changing, and outdoor smoking areas.

Useful Information about Stansted Airport

North of central London, you'll also have a number of choices for transfers to and from Stansted.

How to get to London:

• By train – 50 minutes to Liverpool Street Station in the centre of London.
• By coach – either depart towards Victoria Coach station on the A20 coach, or to Liverpool Street on the A21 coach. It takes around 90 minutes and leaves every 30 minutes between 6am and 2am.
• By taxi – expect the journey to take at least 90 minutes.

Services: open 24 hours a day, four hours of free Wi-Fi availability, many shops and eateries, baby changing, and outdoor smoking zones.

Useful Information about Luton Airport

As with the other airports, there are several options for transfers.

How to get to London:

• By train – the Thameslink service travels between Luton and St Pancras International in around 45 minutes.
• By coach – depart towards Paddington or London Victoria station and take National Express or Green Line buses in around 50 minutes.
• By taxi – it usually takes around an hour to central London, but often more at busy times.

Services: another 24/7 airport, four hours of free Wi-Fi access, a lot of places to eat and shop, baby changing, and outdoor smoking areas.

• See the official home of the Queen at Buckingham Palace.
• Get selfies with the world-class waxworks, from the Queen to One Direction, at Madame Tussauds.
• Discover vibrant Soho, with its trendy cafés and thriving nightlife.
• Head up the hill for incredible views of the city at the Royal Observatory Greenwich.
• Explore the underbelly of London's streets and learn about the notorious Jack the Ripper at the London Dungeon.