Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): what you need to know
Nantes is eight hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SFO to NTE flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between SFO and NTE:
Dublin Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
At the moment, 440 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 583 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SFO to NTE, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to NTE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 77.36% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
Book a hotel near NTE if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Nantes Atlantique Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or Europcar and discover more of Nantes and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Nantes Atlantique Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to central Nantes
From Nantes Atlantique Airport, Nantes is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Nantes based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Nantes is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to NTE in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
You've seen Nantes, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Travel about 338 kilometres north-east to Paris to check off its top attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in France, head for Toulouse, roughly 467 kilometres south-east of Nantes. Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf are the start of reasons to visit.
