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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rennes
Major fine arts museum with collections ranging from antiquities to works by Rubens, Picasso, and regional artists. A top cultural stop in the city center.
Flights from Montpellier to Rennes depart on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 03:45, the last at 21:30. The fastest flight covers the 409 miles (659 km) distance in 1h 20m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 409 miles (659 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Flights per day 5 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 3:45 AM |
Last flight 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$225
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Flights per day
16
Distance
659 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Montpellier to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Rennes will cost around $225 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
Of the 16 flights that leave Montpellier for Rennes onWed, Jun 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct flights cover the 659 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the longest flights will take 13 h 5 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.
FR 6476
50989+
V72540
50489+
AF6276 · AF6165
50489+
AF6272 · AF6165
AF7471+
AF7530
FR 6772
FR 6476
AF7471+
AF7530
50989+
V72540
AF7530 · AF7469Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 409 miles (659 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$105 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $175 Average price | $230 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Rennes:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Rennes costing on average $105 (€85).
A bus is $108 (€88) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Rennes costing on average $175 (€143).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 19m.
Bus takes on average 9h 5m.
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Rennes flights for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF7471+ AF7530 | 6:00 AM Montpellier Airport | 4h20 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 6476 | 6:50 AM Marseille Provence Airport | 1h30 | 8:20 AM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF7461+ AF7530 | 9:45 AM Montpellier Airport | 24h35 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7463+ AF7530 | 11:15 AM Montpellier Airport | 23h05 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 1 transfer | |
50487+ AF7343+ AF7530 | 2:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 19h50 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
50487+ AF7345+ AF7530 | 2:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 19h50 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
FR 6772 | 3:05 PM Marseille Provence Airport | 1h30 | 4:35 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF7465 · AF7530 | 3:30 PM Montpellier Airport | 18h50 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 6774 | 6:25 PM Marseille Provence Airport | 1h30 | 7:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF7467+ AF7530 | 6:40 PM Montpellier Airport | 15h40 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7530 · AF7469 | 9:15 PM Montpellier Airport | 13h05 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
50489+ AF6165 · AF6276 | 3:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 13h55 | 5:40 PM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
50489+ AF7335+ AF7530 | 3:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 30h35 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
50489+ AF6165 · AF6272 | 3:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 30h05 | 9:50 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
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Major fine arts museum with collections ranging from antiquities to works by Rubens, Picasso, and regional artists. A top cultural stop in the city center.
Rennes cultural complex housing the Musée de Bretagne and the Espace des Sciences. Strong choice for local history, exhibitions, and family-friendly visits.
Museum of Brittany inside Les Champs Libres, covering regional history, society, and identity through well-curated permanent and temporary displays.
The old town is the city's must-see walking area, known for half-timbered houses, lively squares, and a dense concentration of heritage buildings.
Famous square best known for the traditional Saturday market. A lively local favorite and one of the best places to feel Rennes' daily rhythm.
Rennes' signature park combining French gardens, English landscaping, lawns, and a rose garden. One of the city's most beloved outdoor spaces.
A Rennes street-food classic: grilled pork sausage wrapped in a hot buckwheat galette, especially associated with local markets and football matches.
A traditional Breton buckwheat crêpe filled with ham, egg, and cheese. It is one of the most iconic savory dishes served in Rennes crêperies.
A simple sweet wheat crêpe with butter and sugar, emblematic of Brittany and commonly enjoyed for dessert or an afternoon snack in Rennes.
A modern, acclaimed restaurant in Rennes known for refined small plates and inventive cooking in a contemporary, intimate setting.
A well-known Rennes crêperie celebrated for creative galettes and stylish décor near the historic center. Good choice for a classic Breton meal in a lively setting.
An established traditional crêperie known for Breton galettes, cider, and a warm atmosphere close to central Rennes landmarks.
Moderate by French standards. Casual meals and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small change is enough in cafés.
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