Le Grand-Saconnex GVA to Nantes NTE Flights

Flights from Le Grand-Saconnex to Nantes generally leave from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.

Geneva International Airport is 3.3 km away from Le Grand-Saconnex city centre and Nantes Atlantique Airport is 11.7 km from Nantes city centre.

You have options as you can travel to Nantes from Le Grand-Saconnex 2 different ways: train or bus.

Since both Le Grand-Saconnex and Nantes are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

The best events to attend in Nantes include:

• Les Machines de l'île, an artistic and cultural project featuring giant mechanical animals and interactive installations
• Festival des 3 Continents, a film festival celebrating cinema from Africa, Asia, and Latin America
• La Folle Journée, a classical music festival offering a diverse range of concerts in various venues throughout the city.

The best holidays to experience in Nantes include:

• Bastille Day, vibrant fireworks and festivities celebrating French national pride
• All Saints' Day, a time for reflection with beautiful autumn scenery and fewer crowds
• Easter, charming spring weather and local traditions in full bloom.

The best seasons to visit Nantes are Spring or Summer. The best weather to explore Nantes is during May-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.