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World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
Flights from Nantes to London depart on average 31 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:08, the last at 23:30. The fastest flight covers the 488 km distance in 1h 15m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 488 km |
Average flight duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Flights per day 31 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 5:08 |
Last flight 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£108
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£428
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
2 h 51 m
Flights on 01 Sept
67
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Nantes to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to London will cost around £428 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £108.
On Tue 01 Sept, we found 67 flights from Nantes to London, including 2 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 488 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 4 h 10 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.
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KL1424 · KL995
KL1422 · KL991
KL1422 · KL1013Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £57, while a train costs an average of £145.
Distance: 488 km
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£57 Average Price Cheapest | £145 Average Price | £75 Average Price |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 6m Average total duration 14h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Nantes to London flights for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL1422 · KL991 | 14:25 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 3h55 | 17:20 London City Airport | 1 change | |
KL1422 · KL1013 | 14:25 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 4h10 | 17:35 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
KL1422 · KL995 | 14:25 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 6h20 | 19:45 London City Airport | 1 change | |
KL1422 · KL1015 | 14:25 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 6h00 | 19:25 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
KL1422 · KL993 | 14:25 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 5h05 | 18:30 London City Airport | 1 change | |
5288+ U22440 | On time 15:17 Nantes station | 8h38 | 22:55 London Luton Airport | 1 change | |
FR 8504 | 15:35 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1h25 | 16:00 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1424 · KL995 | 17:20 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 3h25 | 19:45 London City Airport | 1 change | |
KL1424 · KL1017 | 17:20 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 4h35 | 20:55 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
AF7507 · AF1380 | 18:45 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 3h40 | 21:25 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
VY2973 · VY7832 | 22:25 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 14h50 | 12:15 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
VY2973 · VY6650 | 22:25 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 11h45 | 9:10 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
VY2973 · VY7830 | 22:25 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 11h05 | 8:30 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
VY2973 · VY6008 | 22:25 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 15h25 | 12:50 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 1 September | |||||
9886+ BA305 | 5:59 Nantes station | 9h56 | 14:55 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
9886+ U22438 | 5:59 Nantes station | 10h51 | 15:50 London Luton Airport | 1 change | |
9886+ U28410 | 5:59 Nantes station | 14h36 | 19:35 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
AF7509 · AF1704 | 6:05 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 4h35 | 9:40 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
AF7509 · AF1580 | 6:05 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 5h25 | 10:30 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
KL2137 · KL3590 | 6:05 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 4h35 | 9:40 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
KL1418 · KL983 | 6:20 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 4h10 | 9:30 London City Airport | 1 change | |
KL1418 · KL1005 | 6:20 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 5h25 | 10:45 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
5482+ U22438 | 8:08 Nantes station | 8h42 | 15:50 London Luton Airport | 1 change | |
5482+ U28406 | 8:08 Nantes station | 13h57 | 21:05 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
5482+ U28410 | 8:08 Nantes station | 12h27 | 19:35 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
U28446 | 9:35 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 1h20 | 9:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF7501 · AF1706 | 10:30 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 6h30 | 16:00 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
KL2021 · KL3592 | 10:30 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 6h30 | 16:00 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
AF7501 · AF1780 | 10:30 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 4h15 | 13:45 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
AF7501 · AF1280 | 10:30 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 7h05 | 16:35 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
8868 · 5280+ U28406 | 11:04 Nantes station | 11h01 | 21:05 London Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
8868 · 5280+ AF1380 | 11:04 Nantes station | 11h21 | 21:25 London Heathrow Airport | 2 changes | |
8868 · 5280+ U28410 | 11:04 Nantes station | 9h31 | 19:35 London Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
KL1420 · KL991 | 12:00 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 6h20 | 17:20 London City Airport | 1 change | |
KL1420 · KL989 | 12:00 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 5h40 | 16:40 London City Airport | 1 change | |
KL1420 · KL1013 | 12:00 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 6h35 | 17:35 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
KL1420 · KL1011 | 12:00 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 5h15 | 16:15 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
KL1420 · KL993 | 12:00 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 7h30 | 18:30 London City Airport | 1 change | |
5306 · 5284+ U22440 | 12:44 Nantes station | 10h31 | 22:15 London Luton Airport | 2 changes | |
5306 · 5284+ U28406 | 12:44 Nantes station | 9h21 | 21:05 London Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
5306 · 5284+ AF1380 | 12:44 Nantes station | 9h41 | 21:25 London Heathrow Airport | 2 changes | |
VY2975 · VY6026 | 13:45 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 10h05 | 22:50 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
5480+ U28406 | 14:08 Nantes station | 7h57 | 21:05 London Gatwick Airport | 1 change | |
5480+ U22440 | 14:08 Nantes station | 9h07 | 22:15 London Luton Airport | 1 change | |
5480+ AF1380 | 14:08 Nantes station | 8h17 | 21:25 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
AF7505 · AF1180 | 14:20 Nantes Atlantique Airport | 5h15 | 18:35 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
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World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
National collection of European painting from Van Gogh to Turner in a landmark Trafalgar Square setting.
Vast museum of art, design and performance, loved for fashion, sculpture and major temporary exhibitions.
Lively pedestrian riverside route linking major sights, street performers, markets and excellent views across the Thames.
West End square famous for lions, fountains and events, surrounded by galleries and central to many first-time visits.
Grand royal park with Serpentine lake, broad paths and easy walks to Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace.
A classic breakfast of sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple of British cafés and weekend dining across London.
Pale ale battered fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. A long-standing favourite in London pubs and chippies.
Slow-cooked beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potato. This hearty pie is closely associated with East London working-class food culture.
Luxury hotel venue renowned for formal afternoon tea with fine pastries, sandwiches and impeccable service in grand surroundings.
Refined Indian restaurant with a Michelin star, celebrated for polished cooking and a landmark role in London’s modern dining scene.
Historic dining room famed for traditional British pies, roast meats and classic puddings in elegant, old-school surroundings.
Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.
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Flights from the French city of Nantes to London are a fast and suitable way to travel the 480 kilometers separating these two cities. The city of London is the capital of the United Kingdom, famous the world over for its rich history and famous city skyline. As a tourist or business destination, London is one of the busiest cities in the world, attracting millions of visitors every year. A direct flight from Nantes to London can take up to one hour 35 minutes to reach its destination. Connecting flights may take additional flight time to reach London depending on the location of the change and the wait time between flights.
Several airlines fly from Nantes to London, including British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair, KLM, and Iberia. Only three airlines provide nonstop flights on this route. The two airlines that operate the most direct flights on this route are easyJet and Ryanair, with services operating every day and throughout the week. Most of the other airlines offer connecting flights. The most popular connecting city for flights from Nantes to London is Paris.
A direct flight on this route will take around one hour 35 minutes to reach London from Nantes. Indirect flights on this route can be quick, with regular flight durations of under six hours. It should be noted that some services on this route can take upwards of 8-9 hours with long waits in connecting airports, so it is best to check before booking.
There are 23 direct flights from Nantes to London every week. Direct flights are provided by Ryanair and easyJet. The number of direct flights per day may vary depending on the day of the week and availability of airlines. On average, there are more than 40 indirect flights operating every day on this route, with around 10 offering flight durations of under six hours.
Departure airport: Nantes Atlantique Airport is the preferred departure airport for flights on this route. The airport is located eight kilometers south-west of the city, in Bouguenais. The airport has a single Terminal for both international and domestic flights. The fastest way for passengers to reach the airport from the city center is by using a taxi, which takes around 15 minutes to complete the journey. The 'Tan Air' bus service runs every 20 minutes from the center of town, taking 20-30 minutes to reach the airport. Services at the airport include currency exchange, car hire services, duty-free shops, passenger lounges, and unlimited free WiFi.
Arrival airport: the major arrival airport for flights from Nantes to London is Heathrow airport. It is located 23 kilometers west of central London. Direct flights can also land at London Stansted and London Gatwick airports. High-speed train services connect these airports to central London. Train services take 15 minutes from Heathrow, 45 minutes from Stansted and 30 minutes from Gatwick to reach downtown London. Services at the airport include car rental services, ATMs, and unlimited free WiFi.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to London flights use the Nantes Atlantique Airport to London Heathrow Airport airport pair, with some services landing at London Gatwick Airport. Use this guide to compare Nantes and London airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Nantes Atlantique Airport is 2 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes Atlantique Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, 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 Nantes Atlantique Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes Atlantique Airport: Elevators, ramps.
London Heathrow Airport is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Heathrow Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in all terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Heathrow Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Heathrow Airport: Assistance.
London Gatwick Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Gatwick Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes. ATMs are located in both terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Gatwick Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Gatwick Airport: Assistance.
London City Airport is 12 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London City 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 London City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London City Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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