Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport — Grenoble, France
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Distance & flight time from GNB
Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport
GNB is Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport, located northwest of Grenoble in southeastern France and best known for its role as a winter gateway to major French Alps ski resorts. During peak ski season, GNB sees a significant surge in seasonal charter flights bringing tourists from the UK and other European countries directly to resorts like the Trois Vallées and Alpe d'Huez, while traffic drops considerably in the off-season. Outside winter, the airport supports general aviation, business travel connected to Grenoble's technology and research industries, and some limited scheduled flights. Grenoble itself is a major hub for microelectronics and academic research, giving GNB a secondary role supporting business travelers beyond its dominant ski-tourism identity.
Runways at Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport (GNB)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 10007 ft (3050 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport (GNB)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | GRENOBLE APP | 119.3 MHz |
| ATIS | GRENOBLE ATIS | 133.85 MHz |
| GND | GRENOBLE GND | 121.925 MHz |
| TWR | GRENOBLE TWR | 119.3 MHz |
Airports near Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport (GNB)
- Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) — 44.5 km (27.7 mi)
- Lyon Bron Airport (LYN) — 50.5 km (31.4 mi)
- Chambéry Aix les Bains airport (CMF) — 52.7 km (32.7 mi)
- Valence-Chabeuil Airport (VAF) — 56.6 km (35.2 mi)
- Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport (EBU) — 83.0 km (51.6 mi)
- Annecy Meythet airport (NCY) — 86.8 km (53.9 mi)
- Geneva International Airport (GVA) — 114.6 km (71.2 mi)
- Aubenas-South Ardèche Airport (OBS) — 118.1 km (73.4 mi)
GNB is heavily seasonal, focused on winter ski charter flights to the French Alps; travelers searching this code outside ski season may find far fewer scheduled options, as GNB's traffic is concentrated in the winter months.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport?
The IATA code for Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport is GNB.
What is the ICAO code for Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport?
The ICAO code for Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport is LFLS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.