Travelling from Rennes Airport (RNS) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 1 hour behind Rennes, where Rennes Airport is located.
Rennes Airport (RNS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the most traveled route, with 7 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from RNS to LGW is with easyJet at 21:40. Go for the first departure with easyJet at 09:20 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from RNS to London. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can reserve a direct flight from Rennes Airport to London. Begin your journey at RNS and land at London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Book your ticket with easyJet. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Rennes Airport to London.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from RNS to London. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You don't need a visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from France and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Rennes Airport to London, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
RNS is about 11 kilometres from central Rennes. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 48 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Rennes Airport to London? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to RNS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rennes Airport (RNS) to London
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rennes Airport to London is 36 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 77 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from RNS to London by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Rennes Airport to London is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rennes Airport to London, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is approximately 31 kilometres. It takes around 57 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 1 minute.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rennes Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is about 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). As soon as your flight from Rennes Airport to London has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from RNS to London:
Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Rennes Airport to London. July is the most popular month to visit London. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Rennes Airport to London for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from RNS to London sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rennes Airport to London, browse our range of hotels including:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your London travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Buckingham Palace.
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Choose one of our car rentals in London and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one place to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Rennes Airport to London.