Lille Airport

LFQQ / LIL

Lesquin, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
5 kt
30°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFQQ 041800Z AUTO 03005KT CAVOK 14/07 Q1023 NOSIG
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (157 ft)
Pressure Alt
-136 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -218 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFQQ 041700Z 0418/0524 08004KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 4 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FQQ
01 ✈️
19
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
5,184 ft 98 ft ASP 15°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
08/26 9,268 ft 148 ft ASP 78°
3.3 kt 3.7 kt
48° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFQQ

7,965 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
38.8%
MVFR
25.6%
IFR
22%
LIFR
13.6%

Lille Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 38.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 35.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
6%
NE
9%
E
7.3%
SE
18.1%
S
31.2%
SW
13.2%
W
10.8%
NW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.5°C
Range: -6°C to 29°C
-6°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.1%

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,965 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lille Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFQQ
IATA Code: LIL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 157 ft MSL

Location

City: Lesquin
Country: FR
Latitude: 50.563332°
Longitude: 3.086886°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,184 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 9,268 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lille Airport

Overview

Lille Airport serves the metropolitan area of Lille in northern France, located in Lesquin at an elevation of 157 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalted runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable weather conditions, with VFR conditions predominating at 42% of observations. Winter temperatures can drop to -6°C, while summer peaks reach 29°C, with an average temperature of 8.9°C. Fog occurs in 8.2% of observations, and visibility typically remains excellent at an average of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 01/19 at 5,184 feet and 08/26 at 9,268 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Both runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The prevailing wind from the south (180°) occurs at an average speed of 9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 34 knots.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January offer the most favorable VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. Crosswind components are moderate, averaging 4.6 knots on runway 01/19 and 6.6 knots on runway 08/26. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations and maintain situational awareness during approach and landing.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.