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Le Mans's regional gateway serving the Sarthe département.
Location
Le Mans, France
Le Mans-Arnage Airport (IATA: LME, ICAO: LFRM) is a small regional airport located in Arnage, a commune just south of Le Mans in the Sarthe département of northwestern France. It primarily serves general aviation, charter flights, and occasional scheduled regional services rather than major commercial traffic.
The airport is perhaps best known to international visitors in connection with the legendary Circuit de la Sarthe and the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race, during which it experiences significantly increased private and charter aircraft activity. Its single runway and modest facilities reflect its role as a secondary regional aerodrome rather than a major commercial hub.
Commercial scheduled services at Le Mans-Arnage have historically been limited, with passengers seeking broader connectivity typically traveling to Paris or Nantes for major airline connections. The airport continues to serve business aviation, flight training, and sport aviation alongside periodic seasonal routes.
Terminals
The airport has a small, single terminal building suited to low-volume regional and general aviation traffic.
Getting to & from
The airport in Arnage is accessible by road from Le Mans city centre, approximately 6 kilometres to the north, with taxi and private car as the primary transport options.
Airlines here
No major airline currently hubs at Le Mans-Arnage; the airport primarily handles general aviation and occasional charter operations.
Notable facts
- ›Located in Arnage, approximately 6 km south of Le Mans city centre.
- ›Sees a significant spike in private and charter aircraft movements during the annual 24 Hours of Le Mans race.
- ›The airport has a single paved runway.
- ›Primarily serves general aviation, flight training, and business aviation rather than scheduled commercial services.
- ›Passengers requiring major airline connections typically use Paris Charles de Gaulle or Nantes Atlantique airports.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
