Transavia: Nantes to Seville

The carrier: Transavia

About

Transavia is the low-cost wing of the KLM/Air France group. With hubs in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Paris and Eindhoven, it flies to the standard range of European holiday haunts, both cities for culture-oriented weekend breaks and sunny spots for warm getaways.

As such, Transavia is especially strong with its routes to Greece, Morocco, Turkey, and insular Portugal (Madeira) and Spain (Arrecife, Las Palmas and Tenerife). Transavia operates, on balance, a more pleasant onboard experience than that offered by many other low-cost airlines.

Founded in 1965, Transavia began flying in 1966 from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The airline became a subsidiary of KLM in 1991. In 2006, Transavia transformed its look with new cabin crew uniforms, as well as smart new designs, inside and outside the aircraft.

Upside

Nice, broad balance of destinations.

Downside

Functions as a charter airline on many routes. After additional fees are added during the booking process, the final ticket price will often be double the amount originally quoted. Frequent delays.

Baggage

* Carry-on: Up to 5 kg of hand luggage plus one personal item (book, coat)
* Checked: Up to 20 kg of luggage; €10 per additional kg.

* Please visit Transavia’s website for more information on its baggage policy.

Seating

You may choose seats at the time of your on-line booking. At the airport, Transavia operates a first-come first-serve policy at check-in.

Checking and Ticketing

Online check in is available for the 24 hours prior to departure if you are flying from certain airports.  It is available for passengers with and without hold baggage.

Tip

Sign up for Transavia's free e-mail newsletterwhich alerts you to fare deals and money-saving offers. Be cautious using this carrier if you are on a tight schedule or have connecting flights.

Departure: Nantes, France - Nantes Atlantique (NTE)

Nantes Atlantique Airport or "Aéroport Nantes Atlantique," formerly known as "Aéroport Château Bougon," is an international airport serving Nantes and is the largest airport in the west of France.

Location

Nantes Atlantique Airport is located 9 kilometers (6 miles) southwest of the city of Nantes in Bouguenais.

Transport

• Bus: The TAN Air Shuttle links the center of Nantes to the airport. Also, a bus stops outside of Hall 1 and goes to La Neustrie terminus on the tramway line. Travelers are then brought very close to Place du Commerce, located in the heart of the city.
• Taxi: A taxi rank is located on the esplanade in front of hall 1. Fares into the city usually range from €25 to €30.

Services

Telephones are available throughout the airport along with Wi-Fi access. There are many shops, a bakery and a few bars for travelers to relax in. Other airport facilities include first aid, a currency exchange, a baby change facility and a photo booth. The information desks are located in halls on the ground floor.

Arrival: Seville, Spain - Aeropuerto de Sevilla (SVQ)

Seville Airport or "Aeropuerto de Sevilla" is the main airport for Seville and is Andalusia’s second airport, behind Málaga. The airport takes its architectural design from Seville's cultural roots, using three traditional components: the mosque, the palace and the orange trees. Travelers are greeted by an orange grove upon arrival to the airport before entering an area colored blue by the glass roofing tiles overhead and crowned with numerous arches supported by vaults.

Location

Seville Airport is located 10km (6 miles) northwest of Seville, between the city limits of Seville and Rinconada.

Transport

• Bus: There are buses that run from the Seville Airport into Prado de San Sebastian in the city center every 30 minutes. Detailed information on the buses can be found on the company’s Website.

• Taxi: Taxis are available opposite the terminal. The journey time from the airport to the city center is roughly 15-20 minutes depending on traffic.

Service

There is both an information terminal and Andalusian Tourist Board desk located in the terminal. In the airport there are a couple cafes and several shops. Other airport services include a bank, ATM, and first aid.