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Montpellier/Mediterranee (LFMT/MPL) — Montpellier/Mediterranee, France

Montpellier/Mediterranee (LFMT/MPL) serves Montpellier/Mediterranee, France. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (12L/30R, 12R/30L). Field elevation is 17 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 8/10
Observed Activity · Sep 11
49 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 20 on the ground · busiest hour 09:00Z
2026-08-292026-09-11
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: LFMT
  • Name: Montpellier/Mediterranee
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 43.576199
  • Longitude: 3.96301
  • Elevation: 17 ft
  • Country: France
  • Municipality: Montpellier/Mediterranee
  • IATA Code: MPL
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Europe/Paris
  • Distance from City: 0.6 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 12L/30R

  • Designation: 12L/30R
  • Dimensions: 8530 X 164
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: 46F/C/W/T
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: TORA: 2600m, TODA: 2600m, ASDA: 2600m, LDA: 2600m

Runway 12R/30L

  • Designation: 12R/30L
  • Dimensions: 3609 X 98
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: NULL
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: TORA: 1100m, TODA: 1100m, ASDA: 1100m, LDA: 1100m

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.200, 118.775 MHz
  • Ground: 121.950 MHz
  • Operations: 125.900, 134.375, 136.625 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 120.375, 127.280, 130.855, 131.055 MHz
  • ATIS: 124.125 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Montpellier/Mediterranee operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: EUR 7.70 per tonne MTOW
  • Parking Fee: EUR 2.91 per tonne MTOW per 24 hours; first 4 hours free
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Landing fees set by local CCI. Handling through local FBO at Montpellier.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Jet A-1 available from airport fueler at Montpellier. Minimum uplift may apply.
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Schengen member. Passport control required for non-Schengen arrivals at Montpellier. Immigration office operational during published hours.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No formal curfew at Montpellier. Night noise monitoring in place. ATC may assign noise-preferential routings.

Alternates

LFTW

  • ICAO: LFTW
  • Name: Garons
  • Distance (NM): 22.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Customs and immigration for non-Schengen arrivals. Gen dec required 24 hours in advance at Nimes-Garons.

LFML

  • ICAO: LFML
  • Name: Marseille/Provence
  • Distance (NM): 55.4
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen port of entry. Non-Schengen arrivals at dedicated hall in Terminal 1.

LFMP

  • ICAO: LFMP
  • Name: Rivesaltes
  • Distance (NM): 69.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Perpignan.

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France Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 2 business days (non-EU charter, standard). 10 business days for EU-registered charter with 5th/7th freedom rights. First-time operators should allow extra time.
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt. PPR at busy airports (CDG, ORY).

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Active NOTAMs

A5254/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
VFR AND IFR TRAINING PROHIBITED.
2026-08-11 09:10:43 Until further notice
A5847/26 caution
Instrument procedure change
RWY 12L/30R IFR APCH PROCEDURES RESERVED FOR : - PLANNED COMMERCIAL FLIGHTS - OPERATING STATE FLIGHTS - BUSINESS AVIATION PRIVATE FLIGHTS - EMERGENCY AND MEDEVAC FLIGHTS.
2026-09-17 21:00:00 2026-09-18 04:00:00
A5841/26 caution
Runway restriction
PAVED RWY 12L/30R RESERVED FOR : - PLANNED COMMERCIAL FLIGHTS - OPERATING STATE ACFT - BUSINESS AVIATION PRIVATE FLIGHTS - EMERGENCY AND MEDEVAC FLIGHTS (DUE TO WORKS, PRESENCE OF VEHICLES).
2026-09-17 21:00:00 2026-09-18 04:00:00

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at LFMT?
The tower frequency at Montpellier/Mediterranee is 118.2, 118.775 MHz.
What fuel is available at LFMT?
Montpellier/Mediterranee offers Jet A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
Does LFMT require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Montpellier/Mediterranee (France).
Where is LFMT located?
Montpellier/Mediterranee (LFMT) is located in Montpellier/Mediterranee, France.
What is the IATA code for LFMT?
The IATA code for Montpellier/Mediterranee is MPL.
How long is the runway at LFMT?
The main runway at Montpellier/Mediterranee (12L/30R) measures 8530 X 164.
Does LFMT have an ILS approach?
Yes, Montpellier/Mediterranee has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 12L/30R.
Is LFMT a port of entry?
Yes, Montpellier/Mediterranee is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.