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Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport

Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, Ille-et-Vilaine, France

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Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport

Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, Ille-et-Vilaine, France
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Brittany's main gateway serving Rennes and northwest France.

Opened
1935
Location
Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, France
Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport (IATA: RNS, ICAO: LFRN) is the principal commercial airport serving Rennes, the capital of Brittany, located in the commune of Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, Ille-et-Vilaine, France. It handles both domestic and international traffic, connecting the region to major French cities and several European destinations. The airport is relatively compact and primarily serves point-to-point routes, with Air France operating key domestic connections to Paris-Orly and other hubs. Low-cost carriers including Transavia and others operate seasonal and year-round routes to various European cities. With passenger numbers typically in the range of 600,000 to over 700,000 annually before the COVID-19 pandemic, Rennes-Saint-Jacques plays an important economic role for the Brittany region, supporting business and tourism travel.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal with a modest footprint suitable for its regional traffic volume.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to central Rennes by bus services, and taxis and car hire are available on site; a future metro extension has been discussed.
Airlines here
Air France and Transavia are among the key carriers operating at Rennes, offering domestic and European routes.
Notable facts
  • ›Located approximately 7 km southwest of Rennes city centre.
  • ›Brittany's second-busiest airport after Nantes Atlantique.
  • ›Handles both scheduled commercial and general aviation traffic.
  • ›Served by Air France flights to Paris-Orly, offering onward connections.
  • ›Passenger numbers were approximately 700,000 per year prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Gateway to Brittany's historic capital amid rolling French countryside

Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport serves the regional capital of Brittany, connecting western France to domestic and select European destinations. Opened in its current form after post-war development, the airport reflects Rennes' growing status as a dynamic university city and tech hub. Its compact size ensures swift passenger flows, making it a practical choice for business and leisure travellers alike.

Terminals
  • Terminal Principal — The single main terminal handles all departures and arrivals, offering check-in, security, and a modest retail and dining concourse.
Ground Transport
  • Bus line C6 connects the airport to Rennes city centre and the main train station
  • Taxis available at the designated rank outside the arrivals hall
  • Ride-hailing services accessible via smartphone apps
  • Car rental desks from major providers including Europcar, Hertz, and Avis on site
  • Private shuttle services bookable in advance for hotel transfers
Nearby Hotels
  • Brit Hotel Rennes Saint-Jacques
  • Ibis Rennes Aéroport
  • Novotel Rennes Alma
  • Kyriad Rennes Sud
  • Campanile Rennes Sud
Dining

Inside the terminal, passengers will find a café-bar and light snack options suitable for short waits before departure. The surrounding commune of Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande hosts several brasseries and crêperies celebrating classic Breton cuisine. For a wider selection, the short bus or taxi ride into central Rennes opens up a lively restaurant scene anchored by galettes and local cider.

Traveller Tips
  • Allow extra time during peak morning departures as the single terminal can get busy at security
  • Validate your bus ticket before boarding the C6 line to avoid on-the-spot fines
  • Rennes city centre is roughly 10 minutes by car or 20–30 minutes by bus, making the airport very accessible
  • Check for TGV connections at Rennes station if your onward journey is within France — the train is often faster than flying
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Route map (9 destinations)

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Routes

RNS → LYSA5 · CRK CR7
RNS → NCEA5 · CRK CR7
RNS → TLSA5 · CRJ CR7
RNS → EXTAF · DH4
RNS → MRSAF · 319
RNS → CDGAF · AT7
RNS → SOUAF · DH4
RNS → CDGAZ · AT7
RNS → SOUBE · DH4
RNS → EXTBE · DH4
RNS → BODCE · BEH
RNS → BCNIB · 320
RNS → BCNVY · 320
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Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport
Encyclopaedia

Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport — also known as Rennes Bretagne Airport — is a minor international airport about 6 km (3.7 mi) southwest of Rennes, Ille-et-Vilaine, in the region of Brittany, France.

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