LME - Le Mans-Arnage Airport
Le Mans, France
IATA Code: LME · Le Mans, France
The airport code LME is the IATA identifier for Le Mans-Arnage Airport. You may also find it referred to as Le Mans Airport (LME).
Le Mans-Arnage Airport (LME) serves Le Mans, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LME is the IATA airport code for Le Mans-Arnage Airport, located in Le Mans, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.9486°N, 0.2017°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
- LME
- City
- Le Mans
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 47.9486°
- Longitude
- 0.2017°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LME
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANE - Angers/Marcé | 58 km | $895 | $2/passenger |
| TUF - Tours | 70 km | $1,080 | $2/passenger |
| LVA - Laval | 71 km | $1,095 | $2/passenger |
| ORE - Orleans | 116 km | $1,790 | $4/passenger |
| CET - Cholet | 126 km | $1,944 | $4/passenger |
| EVX - Evreux | 142 km | $2,191 | $4/passenger |
| CFR - Caen | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| RNS - Rennes | 145 km | $2,237 | $4/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 152 km | $2,345 | $5/passenger |
| DOL - Deauville | 158 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| NTE - Nantes | 162 km | $2,499 | $5/passenger |
| CHR - Chateauroux | 166 km | $2,561 | $5/passenger |
| TNF - Toussous-le-noble | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| GFR - Granville | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| VIY - Villacoublay | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| URO - Rouen | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| LEH - Le Havre | 176 km | $2,715 | $5/passenger |
| ORY - Paris | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| DNR - Dinard | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| EDM - La Roche-sur-yon | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| POX - Pontoise | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| SNR - St.-nazaire | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| BOU - Bourges | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| LBG - Paris | 200 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| LBY - La Baule | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| CDG - Paris | 210 km | $3,240 | $6/passenger |
| BVA - Beauvais | 218 km | $3,363 | $7/passenger |
| VNE - Vannes | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| LRH - La Rochelle | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| CSF - Creil | 224 km | $3,456 | $7/passenger |
| JER - Jersey | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| CER - Cherbourg | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| SBK - St.-brieuc Armor | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| IDY - Île d'''Yeu | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| NVS - Nevers | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| RCO - Rochefort | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| AUF - Auxerre | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| ACI - Alderney | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
| GCI - Guernsey | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
| XAB - Abbeville | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| LRT - Lorient | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 273 km | $4,212 | $8/passenger |
| LAI - Lannion | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| BYF - Albert | 289 km | $4,459 | $9/passenger |
| LTQ - Le Tourquet | 304 km | $4,690 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LME 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 LME
- 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 Le Mans
Le Mans 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 LME
As a European airport, LME 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 LME
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Le Mans-Arnage Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LME
- 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 LME are ANE, TUF, LVA — consider these for potentially lower fares