LIL - Lille-Lesquin Airport
Lille, France
IATA Code: LIL · Lille, France
The airport code LIL is the IATA identifier for Lille-Lesquin Airport. You may also find it referred to as Lille Airport (LIL).
Lille-Lesquin Airport (LIL) serves Lille, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LIL is the IATA airport code for Lille-Lesquin Airport, located in Lille, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.5633°N, 3.0869°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
- LIL
- City
- Lille
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 50.5633°
- Longitude
- 3.0869°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LIL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| KJK - Kortrijk-vevelgem | 29 km | $447 | $1/passenger |
| HZB - Merville | 32 km | $494 | $1/passenger |
| XVS - Valenciennes | 37 km | $571 | $1/passenger |
| BYF - Albert | 71 km | $1,095 | $2/passenger |
| OST - Ostend | 72 km | $1,111 | $2/passenger |
| XME - Maubeuge | 73 km | $1,126 | $2/passenger |
| CQF - Calais | 91 km | $1,404 | $3/passenger |
| CRL - Charleroi | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| XAB - Abbeville | 101 km | $1,558 | $3/passenger |
| LTQ - Le Tourquet | 104 km | $1,605 | $3/passenger |
| BRU - Brussels | 105 km | $1,620 | $3/passenger |
| ANR - Antwerp | 119 km | $1,836 | $4/passenger |
| WOE - Woensdrecht | 132 km | $2,036 | $4/passenger |
| OBL - Zoersel | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| XCZ - Charleville | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| BVA - Beauvais | 142 km | $2,191 | $4/passenger |
| MSE - Manston | 150 km | $2,314 | $5/passenger |
| CSF - Creil | 151 km | $2,330 | $5/passenger |
| RHE - Reims | 155 km | $2,391 | $5/passenger |
| LYX - Lydd | 157 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| LYM - Lympne | 157 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| LGG - Liege | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| GLZ - Gilze-rijen | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| CDG - Paris | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| POX - Pontoise | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| RTM - Rotterdam | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| LBG - Paris | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| EIN - Eindhoven | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| URO - Rouen | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| MST - Maastricht | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| SEN - Southend | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| LID - Valkenburg | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| RCS - Rochester | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| VIY - Villacoublay | 209 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| ORY - Paris | 211 km | $3,255 | $7/passenger |
| GKE - Geilenkirchen | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| TNF - Toussous-le-noble | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| XCR - Chalons | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| EVX - Evreux | 217 km | $3,348 | $7/passenger |
| AAH - Aachen | 220 km | $3,394 | $7/passenger |
| AMS - Amsterdam | 226 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| BQH - Biggin Hill | 230 km | $3,548 | $7/passenger |
| UTC - Soesterberg | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| LCY - London | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| KRH - Redhill | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| LGW - London | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| ESH - Shoreham By Sea | 240 km | $3,703 | $7/passenger |
| LEH - Le Havre | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| NRN - Weeze | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| LUX - Luxemburg | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LIL 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 LIL
- 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 Lille
Lille 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 LIL
As a European airport, LIL 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 LIL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Lille-Lesquin Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LIL
- 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 LIL are KJK, HZB, XVS — consider these for potentially lower fares