Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 34m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport
Lorient South Brittany Airport or Aéroport de Lorient Bretagne Sud, also known as Lorient-Lann-Bihoué Airport, is the airport serving the city of Lorient. It is situated 5 km west-northwest of Lorient, a commune of the Morbihan département in the Brittany region of France.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LFRHNOTAMs
LFRHReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25▸ displaced | 7,884 ft / 2,403 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 02 / 20 | 5,479 ft / 1,670 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | LORIENT APP | 36.230 MHz |
| APP | LORIENT APP | 123.000 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 129.125 MHz |
| GND | GND | 119.700 MHz |
| TWR | LORIENT TWR | 122.700 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport offers services like free parking and simplified departures for visitors.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA IROISE | Class D | CTA | FL115 | FL195 |
| CTR LORIENT | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| TMA LORIENT 1 | Class D | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LF-R183 LANN BIHOUE | Special use | Restricted | GND | 1200 ft MSL |
| LF-R270 ARGOAT | Special use | Restricted | FL115 | FL195 |
| LF-D18A2 ATLANTIQUE BREST | Special use | Danger | GND | FL095 |
| LF-D18A5 ATLANTIQUE BREST | Special use | Danger | GND | FL095 |
| LF-D18B1 ATLANTIQUE BREST | Special use | Danger | FL095 | FL195 |
| ZRT FOUESNANT LFR17 F1 | Special use | Restricted | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| ZRT FOUESNANT LFR17 F2 | Special use | Restricted | 2500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| LF-D18 A5 MODIFIED | Special use | Danger | GND | FL095 |
| ZRT PLOEMEUR BASE | Special use | Restricted | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| FIR LFRR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL195 |
| ZRT PLOEMEUR EXTENDED | Special use | Restricted | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all France airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 15% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 49% | -894 ft | |
| Feb | 53% | -821 ft | |
| Mar | 63% | -517 ft | |
| Apr | 74% | -258 ft | |
| May | 74% | -42 ft | |
| Jun | 74% | 315 ft | |
| Jul | 76% | 492 ft | |
| Aug | 71% | 463 ft | |
| Sep | 72% | 278 ft | |
| Oct | 63% | 56 ft | |
| Nov | 59% | -376 ft | |
| Dec | 45% | -591 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-894–492 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| NG | 2.8 nm | 344° | Compulsory |
| SL | 3.8 nm | 186° | Compulsory |
| EL | 4.5 nm | 123° | Compulsory |
| NL | 5.9 nm | 045° | Compulsory |
| WL | 6.2 nm | 292° | Compulsory |
| S | 7 nm | 183° | Compulsory |
| NW | 7.5 nm | 327° | Compulsory |
| N | 10.1 nm | 022° | Compulsory |
| E | 10.9 nm | 117° | Compulsory |
| W | 13.8 nm | 295° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 46 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport?
The ICAO code for Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport is LFRH, and its IATA code is LRT.
Where is Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport located?
Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport is medium airport located in Lorient/Lann/Bihoué, France, at an elevation of 160 ft (49 m).
How many runways does Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport have?
Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 7,884 ft / 2,403 m.
Which airlines fly to Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport?
Airlines historically serving Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport include Airlinair, Eastern Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport in?
Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport is in the Europe/Paris time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport is approximately 0.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport?
The nearest airport to Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport is Mellac Ultralight Airfield (FR-0347), about 10.4 nm to the nnw, followed by Guiscriff Scaer Airfield and Quiberon Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.