Directions to the Nantes Airport

Traffic Information: Your Drive to Nantes Airport

Once you have reserved your parking spot near Nantes Atlantique Airport, you are just a stone's throw away from starting your trip! It is clearly important to arrive at the airport on time so that your departure goes smoothly and without stress. For this reason, this page contains a wealth of useful information regarding road conditions.

Airport Access and Traffic Flow

By car, reaching Nantes Airport is straightforward. The city's public transport system helps to keep traffic flowing, both around the airport and elsewhere in the city. From the city centre, take the **E3** or the **D723**, and you will be at the airport in only about 20 minutes. It is always important to allow extra time, especially for the final formalities required when you arrive at your chosen parking provider.

Estimated Travel Durations

When weather conditions are normal, here are the standard durations for the following journeys:

• Quimper to Nantes: 233 kilometres, 2 hours 20 minutes
• La Rochelle to Nantes: 139 kilometres, 1 hour 43 minutes
• Poitiers to Nantes: 221 kilometres, 2 hours 05 minutes
• Rennes to Nantes: 107 kilometres, 1 hour 15 minutes

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Precautions: Vehicle Checks and Road Safety

Before your departure, remember to check that your vehicle has no technical defects. This could delay you on the day of departure and jeopardize your travel plans.

Essential Fluid and Tire Checks

Check your fluids. This includes fuel, coolant, as well as engine oil. Please also check the pressure of every tire, including the spare tire. Don't forget to check that your lights are working correctly.

Fuel

In France, cars generally run on diesel, petrol, or LPG. To avoid overspending at service stations on the motorway, fill up in an urban area before taking the motorway. You will find the necessary fuel there. Note that sometimes, LPG is not available in the city for safety reasons.

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