LHA - Lahr Airport
Lahr, Germany
IATA Code: LHA · Lahr, Germany
The airport code LHA is the IATA identifier for Lahr Airport. You may also find it referred to as Lahr Airport (LHA).
Lahr Airport (LHA) serves Lahr, Germany, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LHA is the IATA airport code for Lahr Airport, located in Lahr, Germany. The airport is situated at coordinates 48.3693°N, 7.8277°E. 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
- LHA
- City
- Lahr
- Country
- Germany
- Timezone
- Europe/Berlin
- Latitude
- 48.3693°
- Longitude
- 7.8277°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LHA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SXB - Strasbourg | 24 km | $370 | $1/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 45 km | $694 | $1/passenger |
| FKB - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden | 49 km | $756 | $2/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 68 km | $1,049 | $2/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 89 km | $1,373 | $3/passenger |
| ZQW - Zweibruecken | 99 km | $1,527 | $3/passenger |
| BOR - Belfort | 100 km | $1,543 | $3/passenger |
| SCN - Saarbruecken | 108 km | $1,666 | $3/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 109 km | $1,682 | $3/passenger |
| ZRH - Zurich | 114 km | $1,759 | $4/passenger |
| RMS - Ramstein | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| ENC - Nancy | 123 km | $1,898 | $4/passenger |
| EPL - Epinal | 130 km | $2,006 | $4/passenger |
| MHG - Mannheim | 133 km | $2,052 | $4/passenger |
| ETZ - Metz | 134 km | $2,067 | $4/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 136 km | $2,098 | $4/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 146 km | $2,252 | $5/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 147 km | $2,268 | $5/passenger |
| MZM - Metz | 147 km | $2,268 | $5/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 161 km | $2,484 | $5/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 162 km | $2,499 | $5/passenger |
| BRN - Bern | 164 km | $2,530 | $5/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| HHN - Hahn | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| LUX - Luxemburg | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 184 km | $2,839 | $6/passenger |
| QEF - Egelsbach | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| WIE - Wiesbaden | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| FRA - Frankfurt | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| SPM - Spangdahlem | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| BBJ - Birburg | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| GHF - Giebelstadt | 211 km | $3,255 | $7/passenger |
| ZNF - Hanau | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| AGB - Augsburg | 229 km | $3,533 | $7/passenger |
| KZG - Kitzingen | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| FEL - Fuerstenfeldbruck | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
| OBF - Oberpfaffenhofen | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| ZJI - Locarno | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| SGE - Siegerland | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| NUE - Nuernberg | 269 km | $4,150 | $8/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 269 km | $4,150 | $8/passenger |
| XCR - Chalons | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LHA 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 LHA
- 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 Lahr
Lahr 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 LHA
As a European airport, LHA 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.
🇺🇳 Germany Travel Tips
German airports serve as major European hubs, with Frankfurt and Munich handling significant transit traffic. Efficient rail connections (Deutsche Bahn) integrate directly with airport terminals in many cities.
Planning Your Trip via LHA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Lahr Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LHA
- 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 LHA are SXB, CMR, FKB — consider these for potentially lower fares