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BES Brest Bretagne Airport
Brest Bretagne Airport (IATA: BES, ICAO:LFRB) is located in the the city of Brest, France. It is the primary international airport serving Brest and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+33298328600

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IATA Code

BES

ICAO Code

LFRB

Name

Brest Bretagne Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

France (FR)

City

Brest

Latitude

48.4478989

Longitude

-4.4185400

Time Zone

UTC+01:00

Phone Number

+33298328600

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Airport Overview

Brest Bretagne Airport（BES）, ICAO LFRB, is a regional international airport serving Brest and the Finistère area of Brittany, France. It is located in Guipavas, approximately 10.2 km northeast of Brest, at 48.4478989°N, 4.4185400°W, in the UTC+01:00 time zone. The airport is primarily a scheduled passenger gateway rather than a dedicated cargo hub. For international forwarding, our service team normally evaluates available belly-hold capacity on scheduled services operated by Air France, HOP! and other carriers, then coordinates pre-carriage, handling and customs procedures. Cargo requiring extensive freighter frequency, specialized warehouse services or fixed uplift may need a Paris-area gateway or another European hub with onward trucking to Brittany.

Official name	Brest Bretagne Airport
Location	Guipavas, Brest, Brittany, France
Airport identifiers	IATA: BES \| ICAO: LFRB
Coordinates	48.4478989°N, 4.4185400°W
Airport contact	+33 2 98 32 86 00

Key Highlights

Regional gatewayUseful for shipments originating in western Brittany and for local delivery around Brest and Finistère.

Passenger-led cargo profileInternational uplift is generally dependent on scheduled passenger aircraft and confirmed carrier acceptance.

Paris connectivity mattersAir France-related routing may involve Paris connections; routing and capacity must be checked for each booking.

Road-feeder flexibilityFor cargo needing more frequency or specialist handling, our team can compare European gateway and bonded-trucking options.

Operational planning requiredCut-off, acceptance, customs and delivery arrangements can vary by carrier, commodity and day of operation.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Because Brest Bretagne Airport is a regional passenger airport, cargo arrangements should be confirmed against the appointed ground handler and the operating carrier rather than assumed from passenger-terminal facilities.

General air cargo handling: Our service team can request acceptance, weighing, security processing and build-up details from the carrier or handling agent before issuing final instructions.
Export and import coordination: Commercial invoices, packing lists, air waybill data and customs instructions should be aligned before cargo reaches the airport.
Temperature-sensitive freight: Pharma, seafood and other perishables require advance confirmation of cool-chain acceptance, storage duration, handover windows and contingency arrangements.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance depends on the carrier, aircraft routing, packing instruction, labels, shipper’s declaration and local handling capability. Pre-approval is essential.
Customs-controlled movement: Bonded handling, transit procedures and import release depend on the shipment regime and appointed customs representative; availability must be confirmed for the specific movement.
Oversized or special cargo: Dimensions, gross weight, lifting points and aircraft-loading limits should be submitted before booking. A road move to a larger gateway may be more suitable.

Routes & Logistics Transit Planning

France and Paris connections: Air France and its regional subsidiary HOP! are identified in the airport’s supplied operating profile, with Paris among the principal scheduled markets. Actual cargo acceptance and connection points must be reconfirmed for the booking date.
United Kingdom and other European sectors: The airport profile identifies scheduled services to the United Kingdom and other French destinations. Passenger routes do not automatically mean cargo capacity, so our team verifies aircraft type, commodity acceptance and onward connection.
Gateway alternatives: When direct or connecting uplift is unsuitable, shipments may be routed through a major French or European cargo gateway with bonded road feeder service to Brittany, subject to customs and carrier approval.
Transit variability: Actual lead time depends on booking confirmation, day-of-operation schedules, security screening, customs status, handling cut-offs, missed connections, weather and truck availability. No fixed transit time should be promised before confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary catchment: Brest, Guipavas and the wider Finistère area, with road access serving western Brittany. Final collection and delivery feasibility should be checked by postcode and shipment dimensions.
Marine and industrial supply chains: The regional economy can generate time-sensitive components, maintenance parts, technical equipment and shipments linked to maritime, offshore and industrial activity.
Seafood and food products: Perishables may require rapid acceptance, suitable packaging, temperature-control instructions and coordination between shipper, handler and consignee.
General commercial cargo: Documents, samples, spare parts, electronics, machinery components and e-commerce consignments may be suitable when dimensions, security and carrier restrictions are satisfied.
Pharmaceutical and healthcare cargo: Use validated packaging and provide temperature requirements in advance; airport-side cool-chain capability and handling time must be confirmed for each movement.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Carrier and handling cut-offs are shipment- and flight-specific. Our service team obtains the applicable cargo-ready, document and delivery deadlines before arranging airport delivery.
Dangerous goods: Submit the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, quantity, packing instruction and shipper’s declaration where required. Batteries, aerosols, chemicals and equipment with lithium batteries need particular review.
Customs documentation: Ensure consistent shipper/consignee details, HS classification, customs value, origin, Incoterms and export-control information. Customs release or examination can affect the planned connection.
Special cargo declarations: For live animals, perishables, pharmaceuticals, valuables or oversized pieces, provide commodity-specific instructions and obtain written acceptance before tendering.

Airport acceptance, security screening, warehouse access, storage, customs processing and delivery appointments are operationally variable. Our team confirms the current procedure with the relevant carrier, handler and customs representative rather than relying on generic airport assumptions.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send the commercial invoice, packing list, dimensions, gross weight, commodity description and preferred ready date before requesting a firm routing.
Ask us to compare direct passenger-aircraft uplift, a Paris or European gateway connection, and bonded road feeder alternatives. Select based on cargo priority, handling requirements and customs structure—not only airport proximity.
Use export-standard packaging with clear piece marks and a contactable consignee. For perishables or temperature-sensitive goods, state the temperature range, packaging duration and acceptable excursion limits.
For dangerous goods or battery-powered equipment, provide the safety data sheet and technical specifications early. Do not deliver regulated cargo to the airport before carrier acceptance is recorded.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Brest Bretagne Airport handle international air freight?

It can be considered for international cargo subject to the operating carrier, aircraft capacity, security process, customs arrangement and ground-handler acceptance. Our team verifies the complete routing before confirming the booking.

Is every passenger route available for cargo?

No. A published passenger service does not guarantee cargo acceptance, usable belly capacity or suitable connection timing. Carrier restrictions, aircraft type and commodity rules must be checked for the specific flight.

When should cargo be delivered to the airport?

The applicable cargo-ready and documentation cut-offs are set by the carrier and handling agent. Our service team provides the confirmed delivery window after booking; early delivery should not be assumed to create warehouse availability.

Can temperature-controlled or seafood cargo be shipped through Brest?

It may be possible, but acceptance, cool storage, handling duration and connection protection must be confirmed in advance. If the required cold-chain process is unavailable, we will compare another gateway or a controlled road solution.

What is the alternative if the shipment is too large or urgent?

We can assess a major French or European cargo gateway with bonded trucking to Brittany. The alternative must be checked for customs status, security transfer, road capacity, delivery schedule and total door-to-door cost.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identifiers, name, location, contact details, coordinates, time zone and the supplied operating profile are based on the airport record provided for this page. Operational statements are presented as planning guidance and remain subject to carrier, handling-agent, customs and flight-day confirmation.

Airport and local operational verification: aeroport-brest.bzh
French customs and import/export compliance reference: douane.gouv.fr
International air transport terminology and industry reference: iata.org

No unverified cargo throughput, warehouse area, runway specification, flight frequency, handling hours, tariff or guaranteed transit-time figure is presented. Current availability and acceptance must be confirmed at booking.