Morlaix-Ploujean Airport — Morlaix/Ploujean, France
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Distance & flight time from MXN
Morlaix-Ploujean Airport
Morlaix-Ploujean Airport, coded MXN, serves the towns of Morlaix and Ploujean in the Finistère department of Brittany, France. The airport primarily supports general aviation, flight training, and occasional charter or seasonal commercial flights rather than year-round scheduled airline service. Historically, MXN has seen limited commercial routes connecting to Paris or other French cities, with service levels fluctuating based on regional subsidy programs supporting Breton connectivity. The airport also has ties to aerospace, having hosted maintenance and component manufacturing activity linked to the region's aviation industry heritage. Surrounded by Brittany's scenic coastline and countryside, MXN serves a modest local population while contributing to regional economic development through general aviation and light industrial aviation activity.
Runways at Morlaix-Ploujean Airport (MXN)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 5305 ft (1617 m) | 118 ft (36 m) | ASP |
| 09/27 | 1548 ft (472 m) | 262 ft (80 m) | |
| 15/33 | 2772 ft (845 m) | 262 ft (80 m) | UNK |
Radio frequencies for Morlaix-Ploujean Airport (MXN)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | LANDI APP | 122.4 MHz |
| APP | IROISE APP | 135.825 MHz |
Airports near Morlaix-Ploujean Airport (MXN)
- Landivisiau Air Base (LDV) — 26.0 km (16.2 mi)
- Lannion Airport (LAI) — 30.3 km (18.8 mi)
- Brest Bretagne airport (BES) — 47.6 km (29.6 mi)
- Saint-Brieuc-Armor Airport (SBK) — 71.2 km (44.2 mi)
- Quimper-Cornouaille Airport (UIP) — 74.8 km (46.5 mi)
- Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport (LRT) — 97.7 km (60.7 mi)
- Vannes-Meucon Airport (VNE) — 127.3 km (79.1 mi)
- Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport (DNR) — 127.7 km (79.3 mi)
MXN identifies Morlaix-Ploujean Airport in Brittany, France; searchers often check whether any scheduled commercial flights currently operate, as service here has historically been limited and seasonal.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Morlaix-Ploujean Airport?
The IATA code for Morlaix-Ploujean Airport is MXN.
What is the ICAO code for Morlaix-Ploujean Airport?
The ICAO code for Morlaix-Ploujean Airport is LFRU. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.