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Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport

Dinard, France

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Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport

Dinard, France
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Brittany's coastal gateway serving Dinard and Saint-Malo.

Opened
1935
Location
Dinard, France
Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo Airport (IATA: DNR, ICAO: LFRD) is a regional airport located near Dinard in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Brittany, northwestern France. It serves the twin resort towns of Dinard and Saint-Malo, situated on opposite banks of the Rance estuary. The airport primarily handles leisure and seasonal traffic, with a mix of scheduled and charter services connecting Brittany to destinations across the United Kingdom and Europe. Its relatively modest size makes it a convenient alternative to larger regional hubs like Rennes. Due to its coastal location and tourist-oriented catchment area, passenger numbers fluctuate significantly between summer and winter seasons, with peak activity during the warm months when demand from UK visitors is highest.
Terminals
The airport operates a single small terminal building handling both arrivals and departures for its modest annual passenger volume.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to Dinard and Saint-Malo by taxi and seasonal bus shuttle services, with no direct rail link.
Airlines here
Ryanair has historically been a key carrier at Dinard, operating routes to and from the United Kingdom, particularly London Stansted.
Notable facts
  • ›Located approximately 4 km south of Dinard town centre near the village of Pleurtuit.
  • ›The airport's full name references three localities: Dinard, Pleurtuit, and Saint-Malo.
  • ›It is one of the smaller commercial airports in Brittany, with annual passengers typically in the low hundreds of thousands.
  • ›The airport has a single runway (ICAO designation 17/35).
  • ›Its traffic is heavily influenced by British tourism to the Emerald Coast region of Brittany.
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Gateway to Brittany's rugged coastline and historic walled city

Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo Airport is a small regional airport located near the Emerald Coast of northern Brittany, France, serving the twin resort towns of Dinard and Saint-Malo. Originally established in the early twentieth century, it has historically handled leisure and charter traffic drawn by the area's dramatic tidal landscapes and medieval heritage. Today it operates primarily seasonal routes, connecting Brittany with the UK and select European destinations.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling all passenger departures and arrivals with basic check-in, security, and retail facilities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available outside the terminal for transfers to Dinard, Saint-Malo, and surrounding areas
  • Car rental desks (Europcar, Hertz) located within or adjacent to the terminal building
  • Local bus connections linking the airport to Dinard town centre and Saint-Malo
  • Private shuttle and transfer services bookable in advance for hotel drop-offs
Nearby Hotels
  • Grand Hôtel Barrière de Dinard
  • Novotel Thalassa Dinard
  • Hôtel Printania Dinard
  • Hôtel de la Plage Dinard
  • Best Western Saint-Malo
Dining

Inside the terminal, food and beverage options are limited to a small café and bar offering snacks, sandwiches, and hot drinks suited to the airport's modest size. A broader selection of Breton cuisine — including galettes, seafood platters, and local cider — is easily found in the restaurants and crêperies of Dinard and Saint-Malo, just a short taxi ride away. Visitors are encouraged to explore the walled city of Saint-Malo for authentic regional dining experiences.

Traveller Tips
  • Check seasonal route availability early, as many flights operate only from spring through autumn and schedules vary significantly by year.
  • Book taxis or rental cars in advance during summer peak season, as transport options at this small airport can fill up quickly.
  • Allow extra time if travelling to Saint-Malo, as road traffic near the tidal causeway can be heavy during high tourist season.
  • The airport is close to Mont Saint-Michel — consider combining your visit with a day trip to this iconic Normandy landmark.
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Routes

DNR → STNFR · 738
DNR → EMAFR · 738
DNR → GCIGR · BNT
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Dinard–Pleurtuit–Saint-Malo Airport
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Dinard–Pleurtuit–Saint-Malo Airport or Aéroport de Dinard – Pleurtuit – Saint-Malo is an airport serving the city of Saint-Malo, France. It is located 5 km (3.1 mi) south-southwest of Dinard in Pleurtuit, a commune of the département of Ille-et-Vilaine. It was the base of regional operator Rousseau Aviation

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