Valence-Chabeuil Airport (VAF)

Chabeuil, Drôme, FR 🇫🇷 Medium Airport

ICAO

LFLU

IATA

VAF

Elevation

525 ft

Region

FR-ARA

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: LFLU

Local Code: Not available

Location: 44.9216° N, 4.9699° E

Continent: EU

Type: Medium Airport

Terminal Information Not Available
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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Valence-Chabeuil Airport (LFLU (VAF)) is generally perceived as a convenient and efficient regional airport, particularly favored by business travelers and those utilizing private or on-demand charter flights. Travelers appreciate its smaller scale, offering a streamlined experience compared to larger hubs.

What Travelers Love

Fast Security and Easy Access: Security checks are reported to be quick, and access to aircraft is facilitated, providing a smooth pre-flight experience.
Free Parking: The airport offers a free parking facility with 150 spaces, a significant benefit for travelers.
Convenient Location: Situated just 10 minutes from Valence city center, the airport offers easy access to the Drôme region.
Business-Oriented Services: The airport provides services tailored for business aviation, including VIP areas and the capability to handle personalized requests for business trips, meetings, and events. It's seen as a viable alternative to larger airports like Lyon or Grenoble for specific needs.
Refurbished Terminal: The terminal facilities have been refurbished, indicating a modern and well-maintained environment.

Common Complaints

Lack of Regular Commercial Flights: A primary complaint is the absence of regular commercial airline services, as the airport primarily caters to general and business aviation, as well as on-demand charters.
Limited Customs and Immigration Services: While security wait times for immigration are low (around 8 minutes), the airport is not listed as an Airport of Entry (AOE) and customs are not consistently available, which may necessitate clearing customs at another airport for international arrivals.

Valence-Chabeuil Airport stands out as a practical and efficient option for private and business aviation, offering quick processing times, free parking, and a convenient location. However, its primary limitation for general travelers is the absence of scheduled commercial flights.

Generated 4 days ago

This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Airport Routes

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`01/19`	6890 ft	148 ft	ASP	Active Lighted
`01L/19R`	3914 ft	164 ft	GRASS	Active
`01R/19L`	1322 ft	196 ft	GRASS	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
TWR	VALENCE TWR	`120.1 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

Ground Transportation

Ground Transportation Information

Detailed ground transportation information for Valence-Chabeuil Airport is being prepared. This includes information about taxis, rental cars, and public transportation options.

Taxis

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Public Transportation

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Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.