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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Nantes Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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Long rows metal seats, no armrests so able to use camping mat and sleeping bag. Had a few hours near windows overlooking runway. – a traveller
NTE Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Nantes Atlantique Airport.
What to Expect
Nantes Airport (code: NTE) has a single L-shaped terminal building divided into Halls 1-4. Facilities are modern but limited to a few eateries and shops, including duty-free. Free WiFi helps pass the time.
Sleeping in Nantes Airport
Overnight campers report no issues from airport staff. Armrest-free benches are landside and airside, and a few airside gates have some more comfortable couches. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are within walking distance, and some offer free shuttle service. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
According to the airport’s official Facebook page, the airport is open 24 hours.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Nantes Airport:
- Hôtel Oceania – 300m from the terminal. Free airport shuttle is available upon request.
- Hôtel Escale Oceania – 300m from the terminal. Free airport shuttle is available upon request.
- Hôtel B&B – 10-minute walk from the terminal. No airport shuttle.
Airport Lounges
As of this update, we could not confirm whether the airport has any first-class or business lounges. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Drinking Water
Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.
Food & Drinks
At the time of this update, there were no 24-hour food and beverage options. During flight operation hours, options include: La Brioche Dorée (Landside, Hall 3; Airside, Hall 4) • Le Grand Comptoir (Landside, Hall 1, 1st floor) • La Terrasse (Landside, Hall 3) • Bar 1.44 (Landside, Hall 1).
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
A reader tells us: “Mobile charging is available landside at Brioche Dorée, with 2-pole plugs, USB-A and USB-C.” (May 2025)
Showers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi/Internet
Free WiFi is available. Connect to the “Vinci Airports WiFi” network and follow the login prompts (email and country required).
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.
- ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Fees may apply; check with your bank before travelling. Locations: Halls 2 and 3.
- Baby Care Facilities – Nurseries are available in Hall 3 and in the boarding area (theatres 3B and 4B). Microwaves are provided.
- Currency Exchange – ICE offers currency exchange services.
- Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free and gift shops are available in Halls 2 and 3 on both ground and first floors. Duty-Free hours: 4:30 AM – 10:30 PM.
- Information Desk – Located in Hall 1, main level. Limited storage for small items is available (approx. €10 – €15 per envelope).
- Medical Services – A first aid station is available in Hall 3, main level.
- Postal Services – A mailbox is available landside near the exit in Hall 2. Stamps can be purchased at the Relay store.
Car Rentals
The following car rental agencies are located on-site: Avis/Budget • Enterprise • Europcar • Hertz • Sixt. Location: on the esplanade right next to the car rental parking lot.
Hotel Shuttles
See Airport Hotels above.
Shuttle
TAN shuttle buses offer frequent, direct service between the airport (Hall 2) and the city center/train station. Departures are available every 20 minutes from 6:15 AM – 11:15 PM (Mon-Sat) and every 30 minutes at all other times from 7:00 AM – 11:15 PM (Sun). At the time of this update, the adult fare is 9 €, and tickets can be bought from the bus driver or in the Relay Shop inside the terminal (Hall 2).
Taxi
Metered taxis are readily available outside of the terminal opposite Hall 1. At the time of this update, the estimated one-way fare between the airport and Nantes city center is 30 – 35 €.
Last updated: 2026-03-18
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.