Quimper-Cornouaille Airport — Quimper/Pluguffan, France
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Quimper-Cornouaille Airport (Quimper/Pluguffan) is UIP — its ICAO code is LFRQ.
Distance & flight time from UIP
Quimper-Cornouaille Airport
Quimper-Cornouaille Airport, using the code UIP, serves the city of Quimper in Brittany, France, a region renowned for its Celtic heritage, faience pottery, and rugged Atlantic coastline. The airport supports domestic flights connecting Quimper to Paris, catering to both business travelers and tourists visiting Cornouaille's beaches and historic towns. UIP's compact terminal and single runway reflect the scale typical of French regional airports serving provincial capitals. Seasonal variation in passenger traffic is notable, with summer months bringing increased demand from vacationers drawn to Brittany's coastal attractions and traditional festivals celebrated throughout the region.
Runways at Quimper-Cornouaille Airport (UIP)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 7054 ft (2150 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Quimper-Cornouaille Airport (UIP)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | IROISE APP | 119.575 MHz |
| TWR | QUIMPER TWR | 118.625 MHz |
Airports near Quimper-Cornouaille Airport (UIP)
- Brest Bretagne airport (BES) — 55.9 km (34.7 mi)
- Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport (LRT) — 59.3 km (36.8 mi)
- Landivisiau Air Base (LDV) — 62.0 km (38.5 mi)
- Morlaix-Ploujean Airport (MXN) — 74.8 km (46.5 mi)
- Lannion Airport (LAI) — 101.0 km (62.8 mi)
- Vannes-Meucon Airport (VNE) — 111.8 km (69.5 mi)
- Saint-Brieuc-Armor Airport (SBK) — 116.0 km (72.1 mi)
- La Baule-Escoublac Airport (LBY) — 156.3 km (97.1 mi)
UIP, Quimper-Cornouaille Airport, connects Brittany's Quimper to Paris, serving tourists drawn to the region's Celtic heritage and Atlantic coastline each year.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Quimper-Cornouaille Airport?
The IATA code for Quimper-Cornouaille Airport is UIP.
What is the ICAO code for Quimper-Cornouaille Airport?
The ICAO code for Quimper-Cornouaille Airport is LFRQ. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.