Bourges airport — Bourges, France
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Bourges airport (Bourges) is BOU — its ICAO code is LFLD.
Distance & flight time from BOU
Bourges airport
Bourges airport, coded BOU, serves the city of Bourges in central France, in the Cher department of the Centre-Val de Loire region. Sitting at 529 feet above sea level, one runway is all the site has, handling general aviation alongside a limited schedule of commercial flights. Bourges itself is known for its Gothic cathedral and historic center, though the airport's traffic consists mostly of small aircraft rather than scheduled airline routes. The field also supports flight training and regional business travel within this agricultural part of France. Compared with larger French regional airports, BOU remains a modest facility serving a mid-sized city.
Runways at Bourges airport (BOU)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 5085 ft (1550 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Bourges airport (BOU)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | INFO | 119.6 MHz |
Airports near Bourges airport (BOU)
- Châteauroux Déols airport (CHR) — 53.5 km (33.2 mi)
- Nevers-Fourchambault Airport (NVS) — 56.7 km (35.2 mi)
- Montluçon-Guéret Airport (MCU) — 93.1 km (57.8 mi)
- Auxerre Branches airport (AUF) — 122.1 km (75.9 mi)
- Vichy-Charmeil Airport (VHY) — 126.7 km (78.7 mi)
- Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF) — 130.7 km (81.2 mi)
- Saint-Yan Airport (SYT) — 144.5 km (89.8 mi)
- Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne airport (CFE) — 154.3 km (95.9 mi)
Searches for BOU typically involve confirming whether commercial flights still operate from Bourges, checking general aviation fees, or distinguishing this small French field from busier airports sharing similar three-letter codes.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Bourges airport?
The IATA code for Bourges airport is BOU.
What is the ICAO code for Bourges airport?
The ICAO code for Bourges airport is LFLD. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.