LRT - Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport
Lorient, France
IATA Code: LRT · Lorient, France
The airport code LRT is the IATA identifier for Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport. You may also find it referred to as Lorient Airport (LRT).
Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport (LRT) serves Lorient, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LRT is the IATA airport code for Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport, located in Lorient, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.7606°N, 3.4400°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
- LRT
- City
- Lorient
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 47.7606°
- Longitude
- -3.4400°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LRT
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| VNE - Vannes | 54 km | $833 | $2/passenger |
| UIP - Quimper | 59 km | $910 | $2/passenger |
| LBY - La Baule | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| SBK - St.-brieuc Armor | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| MXN - Morlaix | 98 km | $1,512 | $3/passenger |
| LDV - Landivisiau | 101 km | $1,558 | $3/passenger |
| BES - Brest | 105 km | $1,620 | $3/passenger |
| SNR - St.-nazaire | 109 km | $1,682 | $3/passenger |
| LAI - Lannion | 111 km | $1,713 | $3/passenger |
| RNS - Rennes | 132 km | $2,036 | $4/passenger |
| DNR - Dinard | 136 km | $2,098 | $4/passenger |
| IDY - Île d'''Yeu | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| NTE - Nantes | 153 km | $2,360 | $5/passenger |
| JER - Jersey | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| GFR - Granville | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| EDM - La Roche-sur-yon | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| GCI - Guernsey | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| LVA - Laval | 203 km | $3,132 | $6/passenger |
| CET - Cholet | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| ACI - Alderney | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| ANE - Angers/Marcé | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| LRH - La Rochelle | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| CER - Cherbourg | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| CFR - Caen | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| LME - Le Mans | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| RCO - Rochefort | 280 km | $4,320 | $9/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 281 km | $4,335 | $9/passenger |
| PLH - Plymouth | 300 km | $4,628 | $9/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 303 km | $4,675 | $9/passenger |
| PZE - Penzance | 304 km | $4,690 | $9/passenger |
| LEQ - Land'''s End | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| TUF - Tours | 315 km | $4,860 | $10/passenger |
| ISC - ST MARY'''S | 318 km | $4,906 | $10/passenger |
| NQY - Newquai | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| DOL - Deauville | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| LEH - Le Havre | 326 km | $5,030 | $10/passenger |
| EXT - Exeter | 331 km | $5,107 | $10/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| BOH - Bournemouth | 355 km | $5,477 | $11/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 359 km | $5,539 | $11/passenger |
| YEO - Yeovilton | 366 km | $5,647 | $11/passenger |
| BBP - Bembridge | 366 km | $5,647 | $11/passenger |
| EVX - Evreux | 372 km | $5,739 | $11/passenger |
| URO - Rouen | 384 km | $5,924 | $12/passenger |
| SOU - Southampton | 385 km | $5,940 | $12/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 387 km | $5,971 | $12/passenger |
| ORE - Orleans | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| QUG - Goodwood | 396 km | $6,109 | $12/passenger |
| CHR - Chateauroux | 402 km | $6,202 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LRT 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 LRT
- 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 Lorient
Lorient 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 LRT
As a European airport, LRT 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 LRT
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LRT
- 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 LRT are VNE, UIP, LBY — consider these for potentially lower fares