CFR - Caen-Carpiquet Airport
Caen, France
IATA Code: CFR · Caen, France
The airport code CFR is the IATA identifier for Caen-Carpiquet Airport. You may also find it referred to as Caen Airport (CFR).
Caen-Carpiquet Airport (CFR) serves Caen, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CFR is the IATA airport code for Caen-Carpiquet Airport, located in Caen, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.1733°N, 0.4500°W. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- CFR
- City
- Caen
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 49.1733°
- Longitude
- -0.4500°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CFR
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOL - Deauville | 49 km | $756 | $2/passenger |
| LEH - Le Havre | 56 km | $864 | $2/passenger |
| GFR - Granville | 87 km | $1,342 | $3/passenger |
| CER - Cherbourg | 91 km | $1,404 | $3/passenger |
| URO - Rouen | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| EVX - Evreux | 123 km | $1,898 | $4/passenger |
| JER - Jersey | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| LVA - Laval | 129 km | $1,990 | $4/passenger |
| DNR - Dinard | 136 km | $2,098 | $4/passenger |
| ACI - Alderney | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| LME - Le Mans | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| RNS - Rennes | 155 km | $2,391 | $5/passenger |
| GCI - Guernsey | 159 km | $2,453 | $5/passenger |
| BBP - Bembridge | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| ANE - Angers/Marcé | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| POX - Pontoise | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| ESH - Shoreham By Sea | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| BVA - Beauvais | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| QUG - Goodwood | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| SBK - St.-brieuc Armor | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| TNF - Toussous-le-noble | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| XAB - Abbeville | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| VIY - Villacoublay | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| BOH - Bournemouth | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| SOU - Southampton | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| ORE - Orleans | 209 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| LTQ - Le Tourquet | 211 km | $3,255 | $7/passenger |
| TUF - Tours | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| LBG - Paris | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| ORY - Paris | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| CSF - Creil | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| CDG - Paris | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| LGW - London | 220 km | $3,394 | $7/passenger |
| LYX - Lydd | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| LAI - Lannion | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| QLA - Lasham | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| KRH - Redhill | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| ODH - Odiham | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| VNE - Vannes | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| FAB - Farnborough | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| CET - Cholet | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| LYM - Lympne | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| BBS - Blackbushe | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| NTE - Nantes | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| BQH - Biggin Hill | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| SNR - St.-nazaire | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| BYF - Albert | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| LBY - La Baule | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| RCS - Rochester | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| MXN - Morlaix | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CFR Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from CFR
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Caen
Caen experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through CFR
As a European airport, CFR falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via CFR
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Caen-Carpiquet Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CFR
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to CFR are DOL, LEH, GFR — consider these for potentially lower fares