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Musée d'arts de Nantes
Major fine arts museum with collections from the 13th century to contemporary art, housed in a restored palace and modern extension.
Flights from Madrid to Nantes depart on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:08, the last at 22:00. The fastest flight covers the 482 miles (776 km) distance in 1h 30m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 482 miles (776 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Flights per day 18 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
First flight 5:08 AM |
Last flight 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Cheapest price
$193
Average price
$392
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Flights per day
47
Distance
776 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Nantes will cost around $392 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $193.
Of the 47 flights that leave Madrid for Nantes onTue, Jun 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 02 the direct flights cover the 776 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Tue, Jun 02 the longest flights will take 5 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IB1219
AF1601 · AF7508
AF1401 · AF7506
AF1401 · AF7504
AF1801 · AF7508
IB1219
V72273
AF1801 · AF7508
KL1506+
KL1425
KL1500+
KL1419Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $262.
Distance: 482 miles (776 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$236 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $265 Average price | $206 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 31m Average total duration 12h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 23m Average total duration 11h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.3 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Nantes:
A bus is $168 (€136) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Nantes costing on average $236 (€190).
A bus is $197 (€159) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Nantes costing on average $265 (€213).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 53m.
Bus takes on average 12h 1m.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Nantes flights for today, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL1502+ KL1425 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h45 | 10:10 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1502+ KL1423 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h10 | 4:35 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1502+ KL2013+ 5488 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h58 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
KL1502 · KL1409+ 5488 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h58 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
KL1502+ KL2009+ 5488 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h58 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
KL1502+ KL2009 · KL2312 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h30 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1502+ KL2013 · KL2312 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h30 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA459 · BA308+ 5488 | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h13 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
AF1301 · AF7506 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h35 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1301 · AF7508 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h10 | 10:30 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1301+ 5488 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h03 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
AF1301 · AF7510 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h35 | 8:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1504+ KL1425 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h05 | 10:10 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1504 · KL1409+ 5488 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h18 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
IB589+ 5488 | 3:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h38 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
AF1601 · AF7508 | 4:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h50 | 10:30 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1601 · AF7510 | 4:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h15 | 8:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1506+ KL1425 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h50 | 10:10 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1801 · AF7508 | 5:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h45 | 10:30 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, June 2 | |||||
LH1121 · LH1034+ 5488 | 5:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h28 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
AZ59+ LH233 · LH1056 | 5:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h00 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1121 · LH1056 | 5:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h00 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ59+ LH231 · LH1056 | 5:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h00 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1500+ KL1419 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h15 | 11:15 AM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1401+ 5224 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h42 | 2:42 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
KL1500+ KL1421 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h55 | 1:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1401 · AF7504 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h25 | 1:25 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1500+ KL1423 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h35 | 4:35 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1401+ 5486 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h20 | 1:20 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
KL1500+ KL2009+ 5488 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h23 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
KL1500+ KL2003 · KL2162 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h25 | 1:25 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1401 · AF7506 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h55 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3732 · SN2611+ LH1056 | 6:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h35 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4165+ LH107 · LH1056 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h55 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4165+ LH99 · LH1056 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h55 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4165+ LH103 · LH1056 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h55 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 2 transfers | |
IB1219 | 7:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h40 | 9:10 AM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA7060+ BA304+ 5488 | 8:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h18 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
LH1123 · LH1034+ 5488 | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h58 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
LH1123 · LH1054 | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 27h35 | 12:00 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1123 · LH1056 | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h30 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB585+ 5488 | 9:45 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h38 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
AF1001+ 5488 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h18 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
AF1001 · AF7506 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h50 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1001 · AF7510 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h05 | 8:10 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2021+ LH1189 · LH1056 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h50 | 5:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 2 transfers | |
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Major fine arts museum with collections from the 13th century to contemporary art, housed in a restored palace and modern extension.
Memorial and interpretive exhibition on the slave trade and abolition, offering one of Nantes' most thoughtful historical experiences.
City history museum inside Nantes' castle, covering urban, maritime, and colonial history through strong permanent exhibitions.
Former industrial island transformed into Nantes' creative district, known for striking architecture, riverfront walks, and Machines de l'Île nearby.
Large botanical garden opposite the station, loved for themed plantings, greenhouses, and whimsical installations.
Historic old-town quarter with medieval street patterns, lively squares, and one of the best atmospheres for wandering on foot.
The city’s signature Loire sauce made with butter, shallots, and white wine, traditionally served with local river or Atlantic fish.
Pike-perch from the Loire region, commonly paired with beurre blanc; a classic Nantes dish linking the river and local culinary tradition.
Dry white wine from the vineyards near Nantes, especially valued with oysters, shellfish, and other Atlantic seafood.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant overlooking the Loire, known for elegant seasonal cuisine and polished service.
Well-known traditional crêperie serving Breton galettes and sweet crêpes in a relaxed, central setting.
Historic brasserie opposite the opera house, famous for classic seafood platters and grand Belle Époque interiors.
Moderate by French standards. Cafés and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated but not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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