Lydd London Ashford Airport — Romney Marsh, Kent, United Kingdom
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereLydd London Ashford Airport in Romney Marsh, Kent uses the IATA code LYX, with EGMD as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from LYX
Lydd London Ashford Airport
LYX is Lydd London Ashford Airport, situated on the Romney Marsh in Kent, England, historically known simply as Lydd Airport. It has a distinctive history, once operating car-ferry flights across the English Channel in the mid-twentieth century using specialized aircraft designed to carry vehicles and passengers together. Today LYX handles general aviation, private charters, and flight training, with occasional scheduled or seasonal services. Its coastal location near Dungeness gives it a unique flat, marshland setting. Despite proposals over the years to expand LYX into a larger commercial airport for the London area, it has remained a smaller regional facility.
Runways at Lydd London Ashford Airport (LYX)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 4938 ft (1505 m) | 105 ft (32 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Lydd London Ashford Airport (LYX)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | Lydd Approach | 120.7 MHz |
| ATIS | 129.225 MHz | |
| TWR | TWR | 128.525 MHz |
Airports near Lydd London Ashford Airport (LYX)
- Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale Airport (LTQ) — 68.4 km (42.5 mi)
- London Southend Airport (SEN) — 70.4 km (43.7 mi)
- Calais Marck Airport (CQF) — 71.1 km (44.2 mi)
- London Biggin Hill Airport (BQH) — 75.7 km (47.0 mi)
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW) — 81.5 km (50.6 mi)
- London City Airport (LCY) — 86.7 km (53.9 mi)
- Brighton City Airport (ESH) — 87.7 km (54.5 mi)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR) — 113.0 km (70.2 mi)
LYX is Lydd Airport in Kent, sometimes marketed as London Ashford despite being well outside London. Searchers often want its history with car-ferry flights or current general aviation services.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Lydd London Ashford Airport?
The IATA code for Lydd London Ashford Airport is LYX.
What is the ICAO code for Lydd London Ashford Airport?
The ICAO code for Lydd London Ashford Airport is EGMD. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.