Chambéry Aix les Bains airport

LFLB / CMF

Chambéry, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
1 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFLB 042300Z AUTO VRB01KT CAVOK 06/04 Q1023

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFLB 041400Z 0415/0515 01005KT CAVOK BECMG 0416/0418 VRB02KT PROB40 TEMPO 0503/0508 3000 MIFG BECMG 0510/0512 01005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
03:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Shallow Fog
10:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 10° 5 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FLB
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 6,628 ft 148 ft ASP 176° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFLB

8,044 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.1%
MVFR
23.4%
IFR
12.7%
LIFR
3.8%

Chambéry Aix les Bains airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.9% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 9.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
23.5%
NE
9.5%
E
2.4%
SE
5.6%
S
27%
SW
17.6%
W
2.3%
NW
2.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.7°C
Range: -9°C to 29°C
-9°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.9%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 8,044 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Chambéry Aix les Bains airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFLB
IATA Code: CMF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 779 ft MSL

Location

City: Chambéry
Country: FR
Latitude: 45.638100°
Longitude: 5.880230°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 6,628 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Chambéry Aix les Bains airport

Overview

Chambéry Aix les Bains airport serves the Savoie region in southeastern France, situated at 779 ft MSL near the alpine terrain. Located at coordinates 45.638100, 5.880230, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Chambéry metropolitan area and surrounding mountain regions.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 59.1% of the time, with marginal VFR occurring 24% of observations. Temperature ranges from -9°C to 29°C, averaging 8°C, which presents moderate climate variability. Wind patterns are predominantly from the south (180°) at an average of 6.1 knots, with maximum recorded gusts of 27 knots and calm conditions 9% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 18/36 measuring 6,628 ft with an asphalted surface. Its alpine location suggests potential terrain-induced wind variations and potential mountain weather complexities. The surrounding geography likely influences local wind patterns and visibility conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 2.3 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential fog (10% of observations) and prepare accordingly for alpine regional weather dynamics.

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

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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.