Ryanair runs one of its major bases at Liverpool John Lennon Airport (IATA: LPL, ICAO: EGGP), joined by easyJet and Wizz Air at the Speke site in Merseyside named after the Beatle. The airport handled around 5.1 million passengers in 2024, up 21 percent and its busiest year since 2011, against a terminal capacity of about 7 million. Air cargo is a secondary activity: it moves mainly as belly load on passenger flights and via Royal Mail night-mail services, with roughly 2,400 tonnes a year passing through Swissport's cargo warehouse. For dedicated freighter capacity, forwarders turn to East Midlands (EMA), the UK's largest pure-cargo airport, and Manchester (MAN, about 50 km). The M57/M62 corridor links LPL to the motorway network and the Port of Liverpool.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Liverpool John Lennon Airport?▼

The IATA code of Liverpool John Lennon Airport is LPL. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Liverpool John Lennon Airport located?▼

Liverpool John Lennon Airport is located in Liverpool, GB.

What is the ICAO code of Liverpool John Lennon Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Liverpool John Lennon Airport is EGGP. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Liverpool John Lennon Airport?▼

Liverpool John Lennon Airport is at an elevation of 24 meters (80 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

53.33360, -2.84972

24 m ü. NN

Transit time routes from Liverpool

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Last updated: 28 June 2026

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