- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rennes
Rennes' main fine arts museum with paintings, archaeology, and antiquities from major European schools in a central historic setting.
Flights from Montpellier to Rennes depart on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $20 (€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 $20 (€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
$167
Average price
$390
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Flights per day
24
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 $390 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
Of the 24 flights that leave Montpellier for Rennes onSat, Jul 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct flights cover the 659 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the longest flights will take 8 h 25 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 6772
FR 6476
50896+
AF7345 · AF7530
50487+
AF7345 · AF7530
51019+
AF7345 · AF7530
FR 6476
FR 6772
AF7471 · AF7530
50894+
V72540
50489+
V72540Omio 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 $32. 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 $32, and a train costs an average of $64.
Distance: 409 miles (659 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $143 Average price | $187 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 $30 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Rennes costing on average $85 (€85).
A bus is $88 (€88) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Rennes costing on average $143 (€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, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FR 6772 | 1:25 PM Marseille Provence Airport | 1h30 | 2:55 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
50487+ AF7345 · AF7530 | 2:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 19h50 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
50896+ AF7345 · AF7530 | 3:00 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 19h20 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
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 | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
50489+ V72540 | 3:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 8h25 | 12:10 PM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 1 transfer | |
50489+ AF7331 · AF7530 | 3:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 30h35 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
50489+ AF7333 · AF7530 | 3:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 30h35 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
50894+ V72540 | 6:00 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 6h10 | 12:10 PM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7471 · AF7530 | 6:00 AM Montpellier Airport | 4h20 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 1 transfer | |
50894+ AF7341 · AF7530 | 6:00 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 28h20 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
50894+ AF7333 · AF7530 | 6:00 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 28h20 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
50898+ AF7341 · AF7530 | 7:50 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 26h30 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
50898+ AF7335 · AF7530 | 7:50 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 26h30 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
50898+ AF7343 · AF7530 | 7:50 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 26h30 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
FR 6476 | 8:20 AM Marseille Provence Airport | 1h30 | 9:50 AM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
4705+ AF7345 · AF7530 | 10:00 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 24h20 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
4705+ AF7341 · AF7530 | 10:00 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 24h20 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
4705+ AF7343 · AF7530 | 10:00 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 24h20 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
51019+ AF7341 · AF7530 | 11:00 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 23h20 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
51019+ AF7345 · AF7530 | 11:00 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 23h20 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
51019+ AF7343 · AF7530 | 11:00 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 23h20 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7463 · AF7530 | 11:20 AM Montpellier Airport | 23h00 | 10:20 AM Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Rennes' main fine arts museum with paintings, archaeology, and antiquities from major European schools in a central historic setting.
Science museum known for Brittany collections, natural history, and the famous Crocodile and sundial. Great for families and curious visitors.
Interactive space inside Les Champs Libres covering science, society, and local heritage through changing displays and educational exhibits.
Rennes' best-known park with French gardens, aviary, rose beds, and shaded walks. Ideal for a relaxing break near the center.
Main square of the historic center, lined with half-timbered houses and lively terraces. A perfect starting point for exploring old Rennes.
Elegant royal square with a statue of Louis XIV and harmonious classical façades. One of Rennes' defining urban spaces.
A Breton buckwheat savoury crêpe, usually filled with ham, egg, cheese or local sausage. It is a staple of Rennes crêperies and everyday Breton food culture.
A thin wheat-flour crêpe served with butter, sugar, caramel or jam. It is one of Brittany’s best-known sweet traditions and widely enjoyed in Rennes.
A rustic Breton pork sausage, often grilled and served in bread or with galettes. It is closely tied to Rennes market culture, especially around Place des Lices.
Michelin-starred restaurant offering creative modern cuisine with Breton products, served in an elegant fine dining setting with strong local reputation.
Established Rennes crêperie known for refined Breton galettes and quality cider in a polished but welcoming setting near the historic centre.
Well-known casual crêperie serving traditional galettes, sweet crêpes and Breton cider in a friendly setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable and many central sights are low cost or free.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis may be rounded up.
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Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport -> Rennes Station, Rennes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Rennes by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montpellier to Rennes flights use the Montpellier Airport to Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Rennes airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Montpellier Airport is 2 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpellier Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier Airport.
Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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