Lake Charles Regional Airport — Lake Charles, United States
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Distance & flight time from LCH
Lake Charles Regional Airport
Lake Charles Regional Airport serves the city of Lake Charles in southwestern Louisiana, in the Gulf Coast country near the Texas border. At an elevation of just 15 feet on the low coastal plain, it has two runways of asphalt and concrete, the longer near 6,500 feet, offering limited scheduled service and general aviation. Lake Charles is a center for the petrochemical and gaming industries of the region, set among the bayous and marshes of the Louisiana coast. The airport handles the traffic of a mid-sized Gulf city where industry drives much of the demand. The LCH code identifies this field, providing air access for the Lake Charles area of southwestern Louisiana.
Runways at Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 5200 ft (1585 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 15/33 | 6500 ft (1981 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 119.35 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.75 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 126.25 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.7 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
| RDO | DE RIDDER RDO | 122.3 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.7 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH)
- Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT) — 79.2 km (49.2 mi)
- Beauregard Regional Airport (DRI) — 79.3 km (49.3 mi)
- Polk Army Air Field (POE) — 102.2 km (63.5 mi)
- Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) — 119.1 km (74.0 mi)
- Acadiana Regional Airport (ARA) — 129.2 km (80.3 mi)
- Alexandria International Airport (AEX) — 148.3 km (92.1 mi)
- Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport (ESF) — 166.6 km (103.5 mi)
- Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS) — 184.8 km (114.8 mi)
Travelers search LCH to confirm Lake Charles's airport when booking flights to southwestern Louisiana, often via Houston or Dallas. The code keeps this Gulf Coast field distinct on tickets and connection planning.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Lake Charles Regional Airport?
The IATA code for Lake Charles Regional Airport is LCH.
What is the ICAO code for Lake Charles Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Lake Charles Regional Airport is KLCH. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.