CER · LFRC · Cherbourg Manche airport

Cherbourg Manche airport (CER)

Cherbourg, France · medium airport · 49.650° -1.470° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeCER
ICAO CodeLFRC
Typemedium airport
NameCherbourg Manche airport
MunicipalityCherbourg
CountryFrance
ContinentEU
Latitude49.650° N
Longitude-1.470° W
Elevation459 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score750
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryFrance
ISO Code
RegionCherbourg
Continent CodeEU
IANA TimezoneEurope/Paris
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST OffsetUTC+2
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Mild weather, minimal disruptions
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving CER

LH — LufthansaFR — RyanairBA — British AirwaysAF — Air FranceKL — KLMIB — IberiaTK — Turkish AirlinesU2 — easyJet

🌡 Climate — Temperate (49.7°N)

Jan
Feb
10°
Mar
13°
Apr
17°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
Nov
12°
Dec
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Cherbourg Manche Airport (CER/LFRC) is a regional airport serving the Cotentin Peninsula in Normandy, France. The site has military aviation heritage dating back to World War II, when it served as a base for German Luftwaffe operations. Today it functions as a civil airport supporting regional connectivity to the Channel port city of Cherbourg and surrounding areas.

💡 Local Tip
Combine your airport trip with a visit to the Cité de la Mer, Cherbourg's renowned maritime museum housed in the former submarine base, just a short drive from the terminal.
🚖 Getting There

The most practical way to reach the airport is by car via the D901 road, with parking available on-site. Taxi services from Cherbourg city center are available but should be booked in advance. Rental car services may have limited hours and should be arranged ahead of arrival.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines operate from Cherbourg Manche Airport?
A: The airport primarily serves regional and seasonal flights, with occasional charter services. Check with local carriers for current routes as service patterns change frequently.

Q: How far is the airport from Cherbourg city center?
A: The airport is located approximately 10 km southeast of central Cherbourg, typically a 15-20 minute drive depending on traffic.

Q: Does the airport have customs and immigration facilities?
A: As a French regional airport with international designation, it has border control capabilities, though international services are limited.

Q: Is there a military presence at the airport?
A: The airport retains some military heritage and shared-use history, though it primarily operates as a civil facility today.

AI-generated content · Generated Jun 29, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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