By Air

Traveling by air to the regions of Mayenne, Normandy, and Brittany in France can be a bit more complex compared to traveling to major cities like Paris due to the locations of regional airports. Here’s a breakdown of how you might approach traveling by air to these areas

Mayenne

Mayenne is a more rural area with limited direct flight options. The nearest airports are:

• Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport (RNS): About 90 km (56 miles) from Laval, the largest city in Mayenne. It offers flights to and from Paris, London, and other major cities.

• Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): Approximately 120 km (75 miles) from Laval. It has a wider range of domestic and international flights.

From these airports, you would need to rent a car to reach the Mayenne.

Normandy

Normandy is a little more accessible by air:

• Caen – Carpiquet Airport (CFR): Located near Caen, this airport offers flights from Paris and a few other destinations.

• Deauville – Normandie Airport (DOL): Situated near Deauville, it has flights from Paris and some international destinations.

• Rouen Airport (URO): A smaller airport with limited flights, mainly domestic.

Alternatively, you can fly into Paris and take a train or rent a car to drive to Normandy, which is about a 1.5 to 2-hour journey on the Autoroute from Paris.

Brittany

Brittany has several regional airports:

• Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport (RNS): As mentioned, it's a key airport for Brittany with flights to Paris and other major cities.

• Brest Bretagne Airport (BES): Located in Brest, it offers flights to Paris and some other destinations.

• Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): While technically in the Loire-Atlantique department, it's a major airport for the region and provides good access to southern Brittany.

From these airports, you can rent a car, use local buses, or take a train to explore the region.

General Tips

1. Connecting Flights: If you're flying internationally, you might need to connect through Paris (Charles de Gaulle or Orly airports) before reaching your destination.

2. Car Rental: Renting a car is a convenient way to explore these regions, especially if you're traveling to the more rural areas.

3. Train Travel: For a seamless experience, consider taking a train from major airports like Paris to the regional destinations. France’s TGV and regional trains can be quite efficient and comfortable.  Car rental is available at many of the TGV stations.

Traveling by air to these regions typically involves flying into a major nearby city or airport and then using local transportation to reach your final destination.