LRH - La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport
La Rochelle, France
IATA Code: LRH · La Rochelle, France
The airport code LRH is the IATA identifier for La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport. You may also find it referred to as La Rochelle Airport (LRH).
La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport (LRH) serves La Rochelle, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LRH is the IATA airport code for La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport, located in La Rochelle, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.1792°N, 1.1953°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
- LRH
- City
- La Rochelle
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 46.1792°
- Longitude
- -1.1953°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LRH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCO - Rochefort | 36 km | $555 | $1/passenger |
| EDM - La Roche-sur-yon | 60 km | $926 | $2/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 63 km | $972 | $2/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 64 km | $987 | $2/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 89 km | $1,373 | $3/passenger |
| CET - Cholet | 103 km | $1,589 | $3/passenger |
| IDY - Île d'''Yeu | 110 km | $1,697 | $3/passenger |
| NTE - Nantes | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 124 km | $1,913 | $4/passenger |
| SNR - St.-nazaire | 146 km | $2,252 | $5/passenger |
| LBY - La Baule | 151 km | $2,330 | $5/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 155 km | $2,391 | $5/passenger |
| ANE - Angers/Marcé | 168 km | $2,592 | $5/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| TUF - Tours | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| VNE - Vannes | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| LVA - Laval | 209 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| RNS - Rennes | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| LME - Le Mans | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| CHR - Chateauroux | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| LRT - Lorient | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| AGF - Agen | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 274 km | $4,227 | $8/passenger |
| DNR - Dinard | 276 km | $4,258 | $9/passenger |
| BOU - Bourges | 289 km | $4,459 | $9/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| SBK - St.-brieuc Armor | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| ORE - Orleans | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| UIP - Quimper | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| GFR - Granville | 302 km | $4,659 | $9/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 303 km | $4,675 | $9/passenger |
| XMW - Montauban | 313 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 316 km | $4,875 | $10/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| PUF - Pau | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| LAI - Lannion | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| MXN - Morlaix | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| CFR - Caen | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 340 km | $5,246 | $10/passenger |
| NVS - Nevers | 342 km | $5,276 | $11/passenger |
| LDV - Landivisiau | 343 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| JER - Jersey | 345 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| LDE - Tarbes | 347 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| BIO - Bilbao | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| TLS - Toulouse | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 349 km | $5,384 | $11/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LRH 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 LRH
- 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 Rochelle
La Rochelle 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 LRH
As a European airport, LRH 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 LRH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LRH
- 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 LRH are RCO, EDM, NIT — consider these for potentially lower fares