Lannion Airport

LFRO / LAI

Lannion, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
6 kt
120°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRO 041000Z AUTO 12006KT 8000 NSC 13/09 Q1022

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRO
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
5,577 ft 148 ft ASP 107°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFRO

5,585 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.6%
MVFR
33.2%
IFR
6.8%
LIFR
1.4%

Lannion Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 8.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Temperatures typically range between -2°C and 22°C with an average of 11°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.2%
NE
4.9%
E
10%
SE
11.9%
S
25.2%
SW
19.9%
W
14%
NW
6.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 11°C
Range: -2°C to 22°C
-2°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

November September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,585 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lannion Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFRO
IATA Code: LAI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 290 ft MSL

Location

City: Lannion
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.754398°
Longitude: -3.471660°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 5,577 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lannion Airport

Overview

Lannion Airport (LFRO) serves the Brittany region in northwestern France, positioned at an elevation of 290 feet MSL. Located near the city of Lannion, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting both general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Lannion predominantly support visual flight rules (VFR), with 59.9% of observations in VFR conditions and an additional 33.5% in marginal VFR. The airport experiences a moderate maritime climate, with temperatures ranging from -2°C to 22°C and an average of 11.4°C. Winds typically originate from the south at an average speed of 10.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 40 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (11/29) measuring 5,577 feet in length, oriented to capitalize on the prevailing southerly wind conditions. With 100% wind favorability for the primary runway and an average crosswind of 7.1 knots, pilots can expect generally predictable approach and departure conditions. The surrounding terrain is characteristic of the Brittany coastal region.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate optimal visual conditions during November, September, and January, which represent the best VFR months statistically. The runway alignment allows for consistent wind management, with minimal calm wind periods (0.9% of observations). Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with extremely rare instances of restricted visibility or fog (only 0.5% of observations).

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.