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RAF Coningsby (QCY) Guide

RAF Coningsby (IATA: QCY, ICAO: EGXC) is a Royal Air Force station serving Coningsby in Lincolnshire, United Kingdom. It is primarily a military airbase rather than a commercial passenger airport, so travellers should not expect scheduled airline services or typical civilian airport facilities.

IATA QCY ICAO EGXC Coningsby, United Kingdom
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0 reviews collected
No scheduled service

Quick Facts

Core identifiers and coordinates pulled from the airport dataset.

IATA
QCY
ICAO
EGXC
City
Coningsby
Country
United Kingdom
Airport type
medium airport
Scheduled service
No
Coordinates
53.0930, -0.1660
Elevation
25 ft

Live flights to and from QCY

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Plan your departure from RAF Coningsby

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Choose a taxi or transfer for RAF Coningsby

Compare taxi, private transfer, minibus, public transport, and car rental options based on passengers, luggage, timing, and travel priority.

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Plan your route around RAF Coningsby

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Weather at RAF Coningsby

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16.2°C

Dense drizzle

Updated 2026-06-02 12:45:00
Feels like
15.9°C
Wind
11.5 kph
Visibility
19.6 km
Humidity
87%

Map / Location

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Restaurants near RAF Coningsby

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Hotels near RAF Coningsby

Closest places to stay around the airport, by distance.

Airport Photos

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How to get from RAF Coningsby

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01 Taxi
RAF Coningsby is an RAF station rather than a commercial passenger airport, so there are no standard public taxi ranks like those at larger airports; taxis should be pre-booked and use the authorised visitor or drop-off arrangements advised by the base. Use licensed, official taxis or private-hire vehicles only. Fares vary depending on distance, time of day, and the operator.
02 Car rental
Car rental options for RAF Coningsby are typically arranged in or near the arrivals area or through nearby providers in the surrounding Coningsby area. Booking ahead is recommended, especially because availability at smaller military or regional airfields may be limited. Confirm pickup details in advance to ensure the vehicle can be collected at the airport or an agreed nearby location.
03 Public transport
RAF Coningsby is a Royal Air Force station, not a commercial passenger airport, so it does not have dedicated airport rail, coach, or shuttle services. Public transport in the Coningsby area is limited to local bus services, with rail access requiring travel to nearby stations such as Metheringham, Boston, or Lincoln. Check current bus and train schedules before travelling, as services may be infrequent.
04 Airport transfer
Private airport transfers for RAF Coningsby (QCY/EGXC) should generally be pre-booked, as availability at or near the airfield may be limited. Some hotels in the Coningsby area may offer shuttle or arranged transfer services, so it is best to confirm directly with your accommodation. Shared transfer options may be limited compared with larger commercial airports, but local taxi or minibus providers may offer shared or group transport by advance arrangement.
05 Distance to city center
Distance-to-center data has not been added for this airport yet.

Parking at RAF Coningsby

Airport parking notes are kept factual and non-speculative.

RAF Coningsby (QCY/EGXC) typically has short- and long-stay parking options available for visitors, though facilities may be limited compared with larger commercial airports. Parking rates and availability can vary by season and operational circumstances. Check the official RAF Coningsby or relevant visitor information site before travelling for the latest details.

Runways & Technical Info

Ready for OurAirports runway and frequency imports.

Runways

07 / 25
9,003 ft · 187 ft wide · CON
Lighted Open

Frequencies

APP
APP

120.800 MHz

APP
Description not available

282.720 MHz

ATIS
ATIS

280.300 MHz

CAC
CAC

27.777 MHz

DEP
DEP

376.350 MHz

GND
GND

122.100 MHz

grn
Description not available

279.700 MHz

OPS
OPS

23.467 MHz

TWR
TWR

124.675 MHz

Traveler Comments about RAF Coningsby

Airport comment summary if available, followed by recent traveler review excerpts.

Review breakdown

5★
141
4★
9
3★
3
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0
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6

Recent review excerpts

Sarah Burnett

2026-04-27 · EN

5/5

Very informative tour. Brought history ro life. Tour is very reasonably priced and you get very close to the aircraft. Also saw 2 euro fighter tyhoons take off as we left. Perfect experience.

john rolfe

2026-04-21 · EN

5/5

No public comment text was stored for this review.

Kev Charles

2026-04-16 · EN

5/5

No public comment text was stored for this review.

Paul Madden

2026-04-12 · EN

5/5

Obviously this is a fantastic place, it's the RAF.

Jessica Midgley

2026-04-04 · EN

5/5

No public comment text was stored for this review.

Jim Laird

2026-04-04 · EN

5/5

Delivered here recently. Didn't have me waiting long.. perfect

MJH

2026-03-31 · EN

5/5

Great place to visit if you want to see the mighty Typhoon. 👌

paul thomas

2026-03-12 · EN

5/5

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FAQ

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What is the IATA code for RAF Coningsby?

The IATA code for RAF Coningsby is QCY.

Where is RAF Coningsby located?

RAF Coningsby is located in Coningsby, GB-ENG, United Kingdom.

Can I view airport photos before my trip?

Yes. The photo gallery on this page uses traveler-submitted airport imagery when it is available in the review dataset.

Can I open RAF Coningsby in Google Maps?

Yes. Use the map section on this page to open the airport location directly in Google Maps.

How can I check arrivals and departures?

Flight data is currently unavailable for this airport on this page. Check the airline or official airport channels for live status.

What is the ICAO code for RAF Coningsby?

The ICAO code for RAF Coningsby is EGXC.