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Caen Carpiquet airport
Caen, France
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Caen Carpiquet airport
Caen, France
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LFRK
ICAO
256 ft
Elevation
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Normandy's gateway airport, steeped in wartime history.
Opened
1935
Location
Caen, France
Caen Carpiquet Airport (IATA: CFR, ICAO: LFRK) is a regional airport serving the city of Caen in the Normandy region of northwestern France. It handles a modest volume of passengers, primarily on domestic and European leisure routes, and serves as an important transport link for the historically significant region.
The airport is located at the site of the former Carpiquet aerodrome, which played a pivotal role during the 1944 Normandy campaign in World War II. Today it operates as a civil airport while retaining some general aviation activity. Its proximity to the D-Day beaches makes it a convenient entry point for visitors exploring Normandy's wartime heritage.
Passenger volumes are relatively low compared to major French airports, and the facility offers a limited but functional range of services. Seasonal charter flights supplement scheduled services, particularly during summer months.
Terminals
The airport operates a single, compact terminal building handling all passenger departures and arrivals.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to central Caen by local bus services and taxis, with the city centre approximately 5 kilometres to the east.
Airlines here
Air France has historically operated flights from Caen, and seasonal charter carriers such as TUI and others offer leisure routes to Mediterranean destinations.
Notable facts
- ›The Carpiquet aerodrome was the site of fierce fighting between Canadian and German forces in July 1944 during the Normandy campaign.
- ›The airport is situated approximately 5 km west of Caen city centre.
- ›It serves as a convenient gateway for tourists visiting the D-Day landing beaches and the Mémorial de Caen.
- ›Annual passenger numbers are typically under 500,000, classifying it as a small regional airport.
- ›The airport has a single runway designated 13/31.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
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CFR → LYSA5 · CR7
CFR → ORYA5 · BEH
CFR → NCEA5 · CR7
CFR → AJAV7 · 717
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Latest news
thresholdx.net· 5/8/2026
BDO Aviation Releases Caen Carpiquet Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator
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Flightradar24· 11/13/2015
Caen Carpiquet (CFR) (LFRK) arrivals, departures, routes and reviews
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AeroTime· 4/22/2024
French regional airline Chalair announces new Normandy to Southampton services
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Complete France· 4/29/2024
Chalair launches seasonal flights from Southampton to Normandy
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Flightradar24· 2/23/2019
Caen Carpiquet (CFR) (LFRK) passenger reviews
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Flightradar24· 10/26/2016
Caen Carpiquet (CFR) (LFRK) live departures
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