$442 Cheap flight deals from Washington (WAS) to Nantes (NTE)

The Best DC Airports

Before you call airlines looking for flights from Washington, DC, you should check with Orbitz.com. The two major airports in DC are Washington Dulles International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Alaska Airlines, US Airways, and Frontier Airlines handle domestic flights from Ronald Reagan, while Virgin America, ExpressJet Airlines, and Colgan Air operate out of Washington Dulles. Ronald Reagan is only three miles from the downtown area, and Washington Dulles is 26 miles from downtown.

Long-Term Parking Options

The five parking lots at Ronald Reagan offer daily and hourly parking rates, and the airport charges $20 per day for parking in the long-term lots. The economy lot only charges $12 per day, but this lot is open and uncovered. Washington Dulles has two long-term parking lots that charge $17 per day and one economy lot that charges $10 per day. For $30, you can use valet parking.

Public Transportation Choices

The Metrorail and Metrobus make at least one stop at each airport every day. The stops are clearly marked around the city, and you can find maps that help you find the correct line. Taxis are not as low cost as the public transportation options because the drivers charge a pickup fee, baggage fee, fee per mile, and a fee for any time that the driver must wait.

Places to Eat

Both airports offer a range of dining options. Washington Dulles is home to Dulles to Go, Five Guys, Subway, and Wendy's, while Ronald Reagan has Dunkin' Donuts, Euro Cafe, and Jerry's Subs & Pizza. Once you have something to eat, you can browse through the sales at some of the shops surrounding the restaurants. If you want to enjoy your vacation, use Orbitz.com to look for flights from Washington DC.

Traveling to Nantes

Begin your next vacation in France by looking for flights to Nantes on Orbitz.com. Nantes Atlantique Airport serves the area and is the largest airport in western France. Located five miles southwest of Nantes, in Bouguenais, the airport welcomes flights from 16 carriers, including Air France and easyJet.

Transportation from the Airport

Once you've landed in Nantes, finding transportation is as simple as hailing a taxi outside of the terminal. Passengers can also pick up previously reserved taxis under the sign designating reserved taxis. The Tan Air Shuttle offers arriving passengers transportation to the city every 30 minutes. The shuttle operates from 5:30 a.m. to 11:15 p.m., Monday through Saturday. On Sundays and bank holidays, the shuttles runs from 6:15 a.m. to 11:15 p.m. Service from the airport to the train station takes just 20 minutes. Shuttle buses also operate between the airport and some local towns.

Weather in Nantes

Nantes is on the cool side, with temperatures averaging in the 60s in August and in the 40s in December. High temperatures average in the 70s during the summer. Remember to pack a light jacket and layer your clothing.

Things to do in Nantes

Nantes offers a wide variety of attractions, restaurants, and shopping venues. The city is the birthplace of the celebrated author Jules Verne, and no trip is complete without a visit to the Musee Jules Verne. Cutouts depicting scenes from Around the World in 80 Days will enthrall adults and children alike. Passage Pomerey is a beautiful shopping center located near the Theatre Graslin. Research flights to Nantes on Orbitz.com, and experience all that the city has to offer.