RAF Lakenheath (LKZ/EGUL) in United Kingdom

Address & Contact

Contact Information:
Airport homepage
Wikipedia page
Telefonnummer: +44 1638 521110

Street address:
RAF Lakenheath
Chester St
Lakenheath
Brandon IP27 9PS
Vereinigtes Königreich

GPS Coordinates:
Longitude: 0,561°
Latitude: 52,409°

Summary

RAF Lakenheath is a large airport in United Kingdom, serving the region of Lakenheath. The longest runway is 9.000 feet or 2.743 meters long.

Facts:
Airport size: large airport
Serving area: Lakenheath
Longest runway: 9000 (ft)

Codes:
IATA: LKZ, ICAO: EGUL

Flight information:
Departure times (FlightStats)
Flight times (FlightRadar24)

Location on map

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About the airport

RAF Lakenheath, with the IATA code LKZ and the ICAO code EGUL, is a military airbase located in Suffolk, United Kingdom. While primarily serving as a base for the United States Air Force, it also accommodates civilian flights. Situated approximately 70 miles northeast of London, RAF Lakenheath offers convenient access to the capital city and the surrounding areas.

The airport features modern facilities and amenities to ensure a comfortable travel experience. Passengers can find a variety of services, including car rental agencies, duty-free shops, restaurants, and currency exchange facilities. The airport is well-connected to major transportation networks, making it easy to reach by road or public transport.

Travellers planning their trip to the United Kingdom can consider RAF Lakenheath as a convenient entry point, especially if they are visiting London or the eastern regions of England. It is advisable to check with airlines for available civilian flights and to ensure compliance with any specific entry requirements or restrictions.

Hotels and places to stay

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Brandon House Hotel

Address
Distance: 3,9 mi
High Street
IP27 0AX Brandon
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

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The Riverside House

Address
Distance: 5,2 mi
Mill Street 17
IP28 7DP Mildenhall,Bury St. Edmunds
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 7:00 - 23:00 (lunchbreak: 11:00 - 15:00)
Weekend: closed

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TRAVELODGE BARTON MILLS

Address
Distance: 5,1 mi
A11 FIVEWAYS ROUNDABOUT
IP28 6AE MILDENHALL
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

Videos from the area of the airport

RAF Lakenheath A-10's First Mission 16-03-15

Published: March 20, 2015
Length: 04:18 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Dave Pilsworth Filmography

First mission on the Monday nice to see the Hogs back again with that familiar whining sound.

NARC vist to USAF Lakenheath

Published: June 22, 2013
Length: 14:36 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Robert Scarfe

Norfolk Amateur Radio Club vist to UASF Lakenheath on 13 June 2013 on a very windy day. Managed to view the control tower, air trafic control and their radios - but did not get a look at a...

F-15E Strike Eagles taxiing for departure at RAF Lakenheath

Published: March 30, 2015
Length: 19:05 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Scott's Spotting Page

A pair of F-15E Strike Eagles taxiing for departure at RAF Lakenheath. Thanks to Herts Aviation Society (www.hertsaviationsociety.co.uk) for organising the tour.