Grenoble Alpes Isere Airport (LFLS)
IFRSaint-Étienne-de-Saint-Geoirs, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
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Operating times:
Mo–Sa 0600-2000 UTC; Su/Hol 0700-2000 UTC; See AIP
Winter
Customs & Immigration:
Customs: PN • Immigration: PN
Runways
2 RWY, 3050m/10006ft 2 Runways, longest: 3050m/10006ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
Fuel Availability
AVGAS
Jet A1
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
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↓ 7 kt
→L 1 kt
Wind
80° · 7 kt
Temperature
12°C
Dew point
12°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1001 hPa
Ceiling
1800 BKN
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
Broken 1800ft
METAR: 22 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 09 | →L 1 kt | 7 kt ↑ |
| 27 | ←R 1 kt | 7 kt ↓ |
Tomorrow 10:00Z → Tomorrow 15:00Z
IFR
[PROB40 TEMPO 1996 +RA BKN005 SCT020 OVC025]
Probability (PROB) 40 Temporary (TEMPO)
2.0 km · Heavy Rain (+RA) · Broken (BKN) 500ft · Scattered (SCT) 2000ft TCU · Overcast (OVC) 2500ft
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB40 IFR
Thunderstorm activity expected or reported.
CB
Tomorrow 06:00Z → Tomorrow 15:00Z
IFR
[TEMPO 4007 RA]
Temporary (TEMPO)
4.0 km · Rain (RA)
Tomorrow 03:00Z → Tomorrow 15:00Z
MVFR
[BECMG 07010KT 7998 -RA NSC]
Becoming (BECMG)
70° 10 kt · 8.0 km · Light Rain (-RA) · No significant clouds (NSC)
18:00Z → Tomorrow 04:00Z
LIFR
[TEMPO 0402 FG]
Temporary (TEMPO)
402 m · Fog (FG)
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
TEMPO FG
18:00Z → Tomorrow 03:00Z
IFR
[BECMG 07010KT 4007 BR BKN005]
Becoming (BECMG)
70° 10 kt · 4.0 km · Mist (BR) · Broken (BKN) 500ft
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
BR
15:00Z → 18:00Z
VFR
[07010KT 9999 FEW025]
70° 10 kt · 9.7 km · Few (FEW) 2500ft
METAR LFLS 112330Z AUTO 08007KT 9999 BKN018 BKN086 BKN110 12/12 Q1001 TAF LFLS 111400Z 1115/1215 07010KT 9999 FEW025 BECMG 1118/1120 4000 BR BKN005 TEMPO 1118/1204 0400 FG VV/// BECMG 1203/1206 8000 -RA NSC TEMPO 1206/1215 4000 RA PROB40 TEMPO 1210/1215 2000 +RA BKN005 SCT020TCU OVC025
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Pilot Comments for LFLS
Paul
Airport with scheduled commercial operations from November to March, which activates the PCZSAR and makes possession of a CIME card mandatory to access aircraft on the South Apron.
AirfieldBot
Grenoble (LFLS) is a large, GA-friendly airport with a 3 km runway, ILS on runway 09, and RNP approaches. VFR and IFR operations are straightforward, with no PPR or customs notification required for most arrivals under 3t MTOW; customs is available during ATC hours. The airport is suitable for both quick technical stops and longer stays, with efficient ATC and ground handling in excellent English. The business aviation terminal (businessaviation@grenoble-airport.com) provides helpful support and organizes parking; opening hours are typically 0700Z–1600Z for administration and 0500Z–1900Z for tower.
Landing fees for non-commercial GA are low, with multiple examples between €12 and €20 for single landings and overnight parking. Example: landing fee about €20. Parking overnight is available, with examples around €10. Payment is accepted by BP card or major credit cards.
Fuel (100LL and Jet A1) is reliably available via truck at the aircraft stand, with prompt service. Facilities include a modern GA terminal with clean crew rooms, toilets, and soft drinks; coffee is often complimentary. A restaurant is located near the terminal (Le Grillon), about 200 meters on foot, offering good meals; another recommended option is Le Domaine de Dony (www.domainededony.com), about 20 km away, which offers pickup service when available and a pilot discount.
Ground transport to Grenoble city takes about 30–45 minutes by taxi, which can be expensive (examples up to €90 one way). Car hire is possible but may not be available out of hours; arrangements through the handler may help.
The airfield infrastructure is in excellent condition. Security checks can be thorough at times. No significant noise or procedural constraints are reported for non-commercial GA under 3t MTOW. For customs when arriving from or departing to non-Schengen countries and wishing to leave the airport grounds, advance notice by email may be required in some cases; see AIP/NOTAM if unsure.
LFLS offers efficient service, low fees, reliable customs access, quality facilities, and friendly staff—well suited for non-commercial general aviation flights including fuel stops and cross-border operations.