LBY - La Baule-Escoublac Airport
La Baule, France
IATA Code: LBY · La Baule, France
The airport code LBY is the IATA identifier for La Baule-Escoublac Airport. You may also find it referred to as La Baule Airport (LBY).
La Baule-Escoublac Airport (LBY) serves La Baule, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LBY is the IATA airport code for La Baule-Escoublac Airport, located in La Baule, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.2894°N, 2.3464°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
- LBY
- City
- La Baule
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 47.2894°
- Longitude
- -2.3464°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LBY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNR - St.-nazaire | 14 km | $216 | $0/passenger |
| VNE - Vannes | 56 km | $864 | $2/passenger |
| NTE - Nantes | 58 km | $895 | $2/passenger |
| IDY - Île d'''Yeu | 64 km | $987 | $2/passenger |
| LRT - Lorient | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| EDM - La Roche-sur-yon | 98 km | $1,512 | $3/passenger |
| RNS - Rennes | 98 km | $1,512 | $3/passenger |
| CET - Cholet | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| SBK - St.-brieuc Armor | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| LVA - Laval | 146 km | $2,252 | $5/passenger |
| DNR - Dinard | 146 km | $2,252 | $5/passenger |
| LRH - La Rochelle | 151 km | $2,330 | $5/passenger |
| UIP - Quimper | 156 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| ANE - Angers/Marcé | 156 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| LAI - Lannion | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| MXN - Morlaix | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 184 km | $2,839 | $6/passenger |
| GFR - Granville | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| RCO - Rochefort | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| LDV - Landivisiau | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| BES - Brest | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| LME - Le Mans | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| JER - Jersey | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| TUF - Tours | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| GCI - Guernsey | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| CFR - Caen | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| ACI - Alderney | 269 km | $4,150 | $8/passenger |
| CER - Cherbourg | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| DOL - Deauville | 296 km | $4,567 | $9/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| LEH - Le Havre | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| CHR - Chateauroux | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 313 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| ORE - Orleans | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| EVX - Evreux | 328 km | $5,060 | $10/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 336 km | $5,184 | $10/passenger |
| URO - Rouen | 349 km | $5,384 | $11/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 352 km | $5,431 | $11/passenger |
| BOU - Bourges | 357 km | $5,508 | $11/passenger |
| TNF - Toussous-le-noble | 369 km | $5,693 | $11/passenger |
| PLH - Plymouth | 371 km | $5,724 | $11/passenger |
| VIY - Villacoublay | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
| POX - Pontoise | 382 km | $5,893 | $12/passenger |
| ORY - Paris | 386 km | $5,955 | $12/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 387 km | $5,971 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LBY 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 LBY
- 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 La Baule
La Baule 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 LBY
As a European airport, LBY 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 LBY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at La Baule-Escoublac Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LBY
- 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 LBY are SNR, VNE, NTE — consider these for potentially lower fares